Easy Tiramisu Recipe – Gluten Free

A rich, coffee and boozy tiramisu will always be greeted with joy and eagerness. It’s one of those desserts that has never gone out of fashion and there’s a good reason for that. It’s so easy to make. It’s a no bake recipe. It’s actually better made ahead of when needed and then it also lasts well in the fridge for a few days. It’s a host of ticks for a great dessert!

You can of course keep it alcohol free and simply sub more coffee in place of your chosen tipple. I go with brandy as I always have it in the house but Kahlua works really well too and brings out the coffee flavour even more. I would stick with espresso coffee for the sponge fingers as you do need that strong coffee taste in the dessert.

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Frangipane Mince Tart – Gluten Free

A wonderful change from the usual mince pies with it’s delicious frangipane topping. It’s also easier to make as there’s far less cutting and shaping with pastry. I used my own homemade mincemeat which is gluten free and vegan. The recipe is here on my website if you would like to make it. It’s very simple and can be made ahead once stored in sterilised jars. A great dessert to serve with cream or custard after a lovely dinner.

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Lemon Curd Coconut Cups – Gluten & Dairy Free

These little mini coconut cups filled with delicious, tangy lemon curd are just so good and make a great mini dessert for any occasion. Quick to make, just a gently bit of handling is all that’s needed and you will have a pretty impressive dessert! They are gluten free which is a bonus and if you omit the whipped cream to decorate, they are also dairy free so you’re covering everyone!

Originally from the blog, Hidden Ponies, I’ve adapted the recipe slightly and feel it’s worked out really well. I did use mini sized tins to make them but the second batch were made in a slightly bigger sized tin which I found easier to manage with less breakage but the key here is to really grease your tins well – you have been warned so don’t curse me when some of them break on removal.

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