Simple, nutritious, gluten-free recipes

Welcome to A Sweet Alternative – a source for nutrient-rich, gluten-free recipes with plenty of paleo and vegan options. You’ll find easy, delicious recipes for desserts, main courses, soups, snacks, drinks, sides, and appetizers on the blog.

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Cookie Recipes
Chocolate coconut bars displayed on a plate.
Nut-Free Snack Recipes
Three pancakes stacked on a white plate.
Pancake Recipes
Donuts stacked on a plate.
Coconut Flour Recipes
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Buckwheat Flour Recipes
Banana bread with two slices cut off.
Chickpea Flour Recipes
Oat flour pancakes stacked on a plate.
Oat Flour Recipes
Four pineapple rings covered in chocolate.
Chocolate Covered Fruit Recipes
Crackers and dip on a white plate.
Snack Recipes
Sweet tea in a glass with lemon and ice.
Refined Sugar-Free Drinks
A white bowl of butternut squash soup with chives sprinkled on top.
Soup Recipes
Corn flour muffins displayed on a white plate.
Muffin Recipes
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Salad & Dressing Recipes
A loaf of banana bread on a white platter.
Banana Bread Recipes
A glass dish full of chocolate spread next to some toast.
Sauces, Spreads, & Jam Recipes
A bowl of chocolate hummus next to a pile of strawberries.
Party Nibbles
Five slices of cake on a white plate.
Vegan Cake Recipes