Best Gluten-Free Desserts for Fall

Photos of cheesecakes, pie bars, blondies, cookies, and pumpkin bread for our recipe round-up of best gluten-free desserts for fall

Ready to get your fall baking on? We’ve got your gluten-free recipe inspiration covered! We’ve gathered our most highly rated gluten-free desserts that are perfect for fall! You’ll find treats with warming spices and seasonal ingredients (Hello, pumpkin, apple, and pecans), plus a few chocolate desserts (because when is chocolate not in season?!). Scroll through and enjoy, friends!

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Slices of gluten-free pumpkin bread on a plate next to a partially sliced loaf

The BEST Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread (1 Bowl!)

The ULTIMATE gluten-free pumpkin bread: FLUFFY, tender, spice-filled, and so classic! Dairy-free, simple methods, and just 1 bowl required for this nostalgic fall dessert.

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Partially sliced loaf of Vegan GF Pumpkin Bread on a tray

1-Bowl Pumpkin Bread (V + GF)

1-Bowl Vegan Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread that’s moist, perfectly spiced and sweet, and seriously simple! Ideal for breakfast, snacking, and fall gatherings.

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Two columns of Vegan Pumpkin Crumb Muffins

1-Bowl Pumpkin Muffins (Vegan + GF)

1-bowl vegan pumpkin muffins with pecan crumble! Tender, flavorful, and naturally sweetened. The perfect fall snack or dessert!

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Close up shot of a knife slicing into gluten-free dairy-free banana bread

The Ultimate Gluten-Free Banana Bread (Bakery Worthy!)

Tender, moist, CLASSIC banana bread that’s undetectably gluten-free! Perfectly sweet, snackable, and easy to make with just 1 bowl required!

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Stack of two banana chocolate pecan muffins

1-Bowl Banana Chocolate Pecan Muffins (Vegan + GF)

Fluffy, 1-bowl vegan + gluten-free banana muffins generously studded with pecans and chocolate chips. Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or take-along snack!

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Plate with a slice of gluten-free coffee cake

The BEST Gluten-Free Coffee Cake (1 Bowl!)

The BEST gluten-free, dairy-free coffee cake is here! Perfectly sweet, fluffy, packed with cinnamon, and SO delicious. Just 1 bowl required!

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Slices of gluten free vegan coffee cake with glaze

1-Bowl Vegan Coffee Cake (GF, Oil-Free)

Fluffy, tender coffee cake with a perfect crumb that’s easy to make (1 bowl!), naturally sweetened, vegan, and gluten-free. Laced with cinnamon sugar and topped with cinnamon pecan crumble!

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Partially eaten slice of pumpkin coffee cake on a plate

1-Bowl Pumpkin Coffee Cake (Vegan + GF)

Fluffy, tender, vegan + gluten-free pumpkin coffee cake with a pumpkin-spiced streusel topping. The ideal treat for your autumn baking adventures with just 1 bowl and 10 ingredients required!

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Side view of a stack of slices of apple coffee cake

Easy Apple Coffee Cake (GF, Vegan)

Perfectly balanced, slightly toasty, classic apple coffee cake that also happens to be gluten-free and plant-based. Perfect for afternoon tea, or as a snack or dessert! Simple ingredients and just 1 bowl required!

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Removing a slice of gluten-free vegan Pumpkin Cake from a cutting board

1-Bowl Pumpkin Cake (Vegan + GF)

Wholesome, naturally sweetened pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting! Vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for fall!

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Slices of Carrot Apple Snack Cake on a platter and parchment paper

1-Bowl Carrot Apple Snack Cake

Hearty, vegan carrot apple snack cake made in 1 bowl! Wholesome, simple ingredients, easy to make, tender, and perfectly sweet!

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Tray with a stack of Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Cider Donuts

Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Cider Baked Donuts

Fluffy, apple-cider-infused vegan, gluten-free donuts! Naturally sweetened, about 30 minutes from start to finish, and perfect for fall!

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Overhead photo of apple butter snickerdoodle cookies next to cinnamon sticks and a bowl of apple butter

Apple Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies (Vegan + GF)

The ULTIMATE fall cookie: perfectly soft and FLUFFY snickerdoodles infused with apple butter! Vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, and just 10 ingredients!

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Picking up a flourless chai-spiced cookie from a stack of more cookies

Chai-Spiced Oatmeal Cookies (Flourless!)

EASY, wholesome Chai-Spiced Oatmeal Cookies that come together in 1 bowl in just 25 minutes! Vegan, gluten-free, naturally sweetened, oil-free, and made without any flour.

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Pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies next to a bowl of sugar mixed with pumpkin pie spice

Pillowy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles (V + GF)

Pillowy soft pumpkin snickerdoodles! Tender and pumpkin-y cookies rolled in pumpkin spice + sugar = fall-filled perfection. Vegan, gluten-free, and just 30 minutes required!

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1 bowl ginger cookies square

1-Bowl Ginger Cookies (V/GF)

Tender, spicy, perfectly sweet ginger cookies made entirely in 1 bowl! The perfect vegan, gluten-free cookie for your holiday spread.

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Gluten-free vegan oatmeal cookies on a plate

Vegan Oatmeal Cookies (GF)

Undetectably vegan and gluten-free oatmeal raisin cookies! Just 30 minutes and simple methods required for perfectly chewy oatmeal cookies. A perfect healthier treat for any time of year!

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Stack of Vegan Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (V/GF)

Tender, wholesome pumpkin cookies studded with rolled oats and vegan chocolate chips. Naturally gluten-free and vegan. The perfect treat for fall and beyond!

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Stack of pumpkin chocolate chip cookies next to a glass of dairy-free milk

Fluffy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan)

Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made vegan and gluten-free! Packed with warming spices and perfectly crisp with soft fluffy centers. Just 1 bowl required!

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Plate of gluten-free ginger biscotti with chocolate drizzle

Gluten-Free Biscotti with Ginger & Chocolate

A gingery, chocolate-dipped, orange-infused take on classic Italian biscotti! Gluten-free, vegan, and just 10 ingredients required!

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Overhead photo showing crispy pecans on pecan pie bars

Pecan Pie Bars (Vegan + GF)

Rich, buttery, decadent pecan pie made vegan, gluten-free, and in bar form! All the classic flavors without the corn syrup. Simple methods and just 9 ingredients required!

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Close up shot of squares of pumpkin swirl cheesecake

Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars (Vegan + GF)

Creamy, dreamy, decadent cheesecake bars infused with pumpkin spice. Plant-based, gluten-free, and just 1 blender required!

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Plate stacked with three apple butter cheesecake bars

Apple Butter Cheesecake Bars (Vegan/GF)

All of the flavors of autumn packed into vegan, gluten-free cheesecake bars! Apple butter is swirled with a coconut cashew filling and baked over an almond-oat crust. Naturally sweetened and just 10 wholesome ingredients required!

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Biting into a slice of our 1-Bowl Pumpkin Pie recipe

1-Bowl Pumpkin Pie (Vegan + GF)

Easy, 1-bowl pumpkin pie with a salted cashew-oat crust and naturally sweetened, perfectly spiced pumpkin filling. Perfect for the holidays and beyond!

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Distressed white wood board topped with Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bars

Creamy Pumpkin Pie Bars (V + GF)

Incredibly delicious Pumpkin Pie Bars made entirely in the blender with 10 ingredients! Plus, naturally sweetened and a no-fuss crust. The perfect plant-based, gluten-free dessert for fall!

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Holding up a waffle cone with two scoops of homemade Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

Vegan Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

Creamy 10-ingredient vegan pumpkin pie ice cream with tons of creamy pumpkin purée. Simple to make, perfectly sweetened, and subtly spiced.

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Spoons in a pan of Cinnamon Baked Apples topped with vegan ice cream

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples requiring simple ingredients and 1 bowl, plus naturally sweetened! The perfect grain- and gluten-free plant-based dessert for the holidays and beyond!

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Removing a slice of Caramel Apple Tart from a plate

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Tart

An amazing 10-ingredient Vegan Cheesecake Tart with an oat-almond crust, creamy cashew-coconut center, and caramelized apples! The perfect easy, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened holiday dessert.

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Ramekin of Gluten-Free Apple Crisp topped with vegan ice cream

Gluten-Free Vegan Apple Crisp

Vegan gluten-free apple crisp that has all of the warmth, spice, and sweet flavor of traditional versions. It’s also ridiculously simple to throw together.

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Bowl of Healthified Apple Crisp with vanilla ice cream

Healthified Apple Crisp (1 Bowl!)

1-bowl, gluten-free, lower-sugar apple crisp made with oats, pecans, and caramelized apples. A healthier vegan dessert that's perfect for fall!

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Sliced orange and cinnamon sticks next to a bowl and baking dish of orange cranberry crisp

Orange Cranberry Crisp (Gluten-Free & Easy!)

All of the flavors of cranberry sauce in a saucy, streusel-topped crisp! Cranberries are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and orange juice and topped with rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and coconut sugar. The ultimate holiday breakfast or dessert! Just 10 ingredients required.

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Stack of Sweet Potato Brownies topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (V/GF)

Incredibly fudgy sweet potato brownies with cacao, almond butter, and oats. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and topped with pecans and chocolate chips for the ultimate healthier treat!

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Picking up a sweet potato blondie from a stack

Tahini Sweet Potato Blondies

Tahini chocolate chip blondies with a secret healthier twist: sweet potatoes! Undetectably vegan and gluten-free, and made in just 1 bowl!

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Spoonful of peanut butter and plate with slices of our Peanut Butter Swirl Black Bean Brownies

Vegan Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

Indulgent, fudgy black bean brownies with a rich peanut butter swirl. Simple with just one bowl and easy-to-find ingredients. Just pure, healthy decadence at its finest.

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Bite of gluten-free chocolate cake on a fork next to a tall slice

The BEST Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake (Vegan, 1 Bowl!)

Fluffy, moist, decadent gluten-free chocolate cake made in 1 bowl! It’s also undetectably vegan, grain-free, and naturally sweetened!

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Partially eaten Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcake on a pink wrapper

The Best Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcakes

Amazing 1-bowl chocolate cupcakes that are undetectably vegan and gluten-free. Fudgy, moist, insanely chocolaty, and topped with sinful chocolate ganache frosting.

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Partially sliced plate of Vegan GF Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

1-Bowl Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Vegan + GF)

AMAZING, rich chocolate hazelnut cake made in just 1 bowl! Entirely vegan and gluten-free and so simple to make. Perfect for every day or birthdays and special occasions.

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If you try any of these gluten-free desserts, let us know! Leave a comment, or take a picture and tag it @minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!

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