50+ Gluten Free Spring Dessert Recipes

Favorite Gluten Free Spring Desserts

When the weather begins to warm up, it’s time for some springtime treats. You can still make cakes or cookies or pies. But it’s the in-season fruits and bright, fresh flavors that make them an extra sweet way to complete a spring celebration. It doesn’t matter whether it’s Easter, Mother’s Day, a baby or bridal shower, or any special occasion.

And the reason I love spring dessert recipes so much? It’s all those seasonal ingredients that make me crave a strawberry cake, lemon loaf, or coconut cookie!

What Makes These Recipes Perfect for the Season?

Let’s talk about those ingredients that are the hallmark of this time of the year.

• Berries: As berries come into season, I can’t resist strawberry desserts and even the blueberries and raspberries that start to pop up. That natural juicy sweetness makes even indulgent desserts feel light and ethereal.
• Lemon: There’s something about the zing of lemon that adds a little brightness to the palate. Sunny days and sunny flavors go hand in hand.
• Carrots: It might just be the best time of the year to add veggies to baked goods by enjoying carrot cake. It has a natural sweetness that goes perfectly in desserts.
• Coconut and other tropical fruits: The flavor of coconut and pineapple makes you think of warm days. Enjoy them separately, like in a coconut pie or pineapple upside-down cake. Or pair them together for a pina colada-inspired recipe.
• Chocolate: An all-time favorite, it’s always in season, especially in the form of Easter candy that you can enjoy straight from the Easter basket or add to other treats.

From baked goodies to no-bake treats, I think you can agree these tastes of spring make your gluten free Easter desserts so irresistible! If you need inspiration for what to add to your holiday dessert table or party menu, I think you’ll find some classic recipes, new ideas, indulgent sweets, and even healthier options right here!

More Gluten Free Spring Pies and Tarts

• Paleo Mini Lemon Tarts from Texanerin – With an easy press-in crust and sweetened with honey, you can make an easy treat and feel good about indulging.
• Low Carb Strawberry Tart from Wholesome Yum – Only five ingredients in this stunning springtime tart. Made with fresh strawberries and an almond flour crust.
• Coconut Cream Pie from Mama Known Gluten Free – Sweet and creamy with an easy coconut macaroon crust, vanilla, and coconut custard filling, and topped with fresh whipped cream.

Puddings and Parfaits

As the weather warms up, you might want to turn the oven down, or off altogether. Many puddings and parfaits are no-bake desserts that will keep the kitchen cool!

Easy Gluten Free Banana Pudding

You won't believe how easy it is to make this classic dessert in the same style as Magnolia Bakery. But with storebought or homemade GF vanilla wafers, you can make it gluten free.

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More Spring Parfaits and Puddings

• Lemon Panna Cotta from The View From Great Island – This light and lovely recipe is the perfect spring dessert. It’s no-bake, super simple, and easy to adjust for dairy free and vegan.
• Meyer Lemon Rice Pudding from Taste, Love, and Nourish – So creamy, the way you’d expect rice pudding to be, but the flavor is so bright, fresh, and really wonderful.
• Dark Chocolate Coconut Pudding from A Classic Twist – A simple, decadent, and indulgent dessert that is creamy, delicious, and begging for you to try it. It’s silky and rich, and when topped with coconut whipped cream, toasted coconut flakes, and chocolate shavings, it’s perfect for your Easter table.
• Cherry Fluff from Mom on Timeout – This easy dump-and-go salad is perfectly sweet, pretty, and pink. It’s a dreamy addition to any springtime occasion.

Easter Candy and Fudge

If you are filling baskets, you need to help the Easter bunny find some gluten free chocolate treats. Making them yourself is so easy and ensures that you can enjoy them safely!