Dessert doesn’t have to be loaded with sugar or flour to taste indulgent. In fact, some of the most satisfying sweets come without the guilt. If you’re watching carbs, cutting out gluten, or managing blood sugar, this roundup of gluten free and sugar free desserts is just what you need.
At gatetasty, we’ve worked closely with Chef Lucas Benetti to create desserts that are not only safe for those with dietary restrictions, but truly delicious. From fudgy brownies to fluffy cupcakes, we’ve transformed classic favorites into feel good treats.
Why Choose Gluten Free and Sugar Free?
More and more people are turning to gluten free and sugar free desserts for better digestion, blood sugar control, and overall wellness. Whether you’re managing celiac disease, diabetes, or simply trying to eat clean, cutting back on gluten and sugar can make a big difference.
Benefits of Going Gluten Free and Sugar Free
| Health Focus | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Gluten Free | Easier digestion, reduced bloating, improved energy |
| Sugar Free | Stabilizes blood sugar, reduces cravings, supports weight control |
| Low Carb / Keto Friendly | Helps with fat loss, brain clarity, and steady energy |
| Diabetic friendly | Minimizes insulin spikes and sugar crashes |
Chef Lucas Tip: “Balance is key. We’re not skipping dessert we’re upgrading it.”
Chef Lucas Benetti’s Sweet Philosophy
Chef Lucas Benetti, known for transforming comfort food into clean eats, believes dessert should be a joy, not a compromise. His approach to gluten free and sugar free sweets is all about flavor forward, real food ingredients.
Here’s how he makes it work at gatetasty:
- Replaces wheat with almond, coconut, or oat flours
- Sweetens with monk fruit, erythritol, or dates
- Focuses on natural textures from ingredients like avocado, banana, or chia
- Avoids fillers or artificial additives
“When you work with nature, dessert becomes part of your lifestyle, not your cheat day,” Chef Lucas explains.
gatetasty’s Cooking Method for Guilt Free Desserts
Making gluten free and sugar free desserts starts with the right substitutions and methods. Here’s our go to approach at gatetasty to make baking easy, reliable, and enjoyable.
Step by Step: How We Bake Guilt Free
1. Choose your base flour
- Almond flour: Best for moisture, nuttiness, and structure
- Coconut flour: Absorbs a lot of moisture, so use sparingly
- Oat flour: Great for cookies and bars, has a hearty texture
2. Select your sweetener
- Monk fruit: Zero calorie, clean taste
- Erythritol: Good for baking, doesn’t affect blood sugar
- Allulose or stevia blends: Used in moderation for softer textures
3. Balance with fats and binders
- Use butter, coconut oil, or avocado oil for richness
- Add eggs or chia/flax eggs to bind and structure
4. Bake lower and slower
- Gluten free flours brown faster bake at 325°F for more even texture
- Let cool completely before slicing texture sets as it cools
Ingredient Substitution Table
| Traditional Ingredient | Gluten/Sugar Free Alternative | Function |
|---|---|---|
| All purpose flour | Almond flour / Coconut flour | Provides structure and moisture |
| White sugar | Monk fruit / Erythritol | Sweetens without blood sugar spike |
| Butter | Coconut oil / Vegan butter | Adds richness and fat |
| Milk | Almond milk / Coconut milk | Adds liquid without lactose |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar free dark chips | Keeps it sweet and keto friendly |
Top 5 Gluten Free and Sugar Free Dessert Ideas
Here are five gatetasty tested recipes that are gluten free, sugar free, and 100% satisfying.
1. Flourless Chocolate Mug Cake
- Made with cocoa powder, almond flour, egg, and erythritol
- Ready in 90 seconds in the microwave
- Rich and fluffy with no added sugar
2. No Bake Coconut Energy Balls
- Shredded coconut, almond butter, chia seeds, and monk fruit syrup
- Rolled and chilled no baking required
- Great for on the go snacking
3. Sugar Free Lemon Bars
- Almond flour crust + eggy lemon topping sweetened with monk fruit
- Tart, buttery, and vibrant
- Bakes in under 25 minutes
4. Keto Cheesecake Bites
- Cream cheese, eggs, vanilla, and erythritol baked in mini cups
- Crust made from almond meal + coconut oil
- Creamy and low carb
5. Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Almond flour, almond butter, sugar free chips
- Chewy, golden, and kid approved
- Stores well in the fridge or freezer
Storage & Meal Prep Tips
These desserts are designed to store well and stay fresh ideal for batch prep.
| Dessert | How to Store | How Long |
|---|---|---|
| Energy balls | Airtight container in fridge | Up to 7 days |
| Mug cake (leftover) | Refrigerate in container | 2–3 days |
| Cheesecake bites | Chill or freeze individually wrapped | 5 days (fridge) / 1 mo (freezer) |
| Lemon bars | Layered with parchment in sealed box | 4–5 days |
| Cookies | Store at room temp in a cookie jar or baggie | 3–4 days |
Chef Lucas Suggests: Freeze individual portions to always have a treat on hand that fits your lifestyle.
FAQs About Gluten Free and Sugar Free Desserts
1. What can I eat that is gluten and sugar free?
There are plenty of delicious foods you can enjoy that are both gluten and sugar free. In terms of desserts, you can try:
- Chia seed pudding with unsweetened almond milk and monk fruit
- Almond flour cookies made with sugar free sweeteners
- Fruit and nut energy bites
- Coconut milk ice cream with no added sugar
- Keto friendly brownies or cheesecakes
These options support low carb or diabetic friendly diets while still feeling indulgent.
2. What common desserts are gluten free?
Many popular desserts can be made or found in gluten free versions, including:
- Flourless chocolate cake
- Cheesecake (without a graham cracker crust)
- Macarons (naturally made with almond flour)
- Pavlova or meringue based desserts
- Gluten free brownies or cookies using almond, oat, or coconut flour
At gatetasty, we love reimagining classic favorites with gluten free ingredients that taste just as satisfying.
3. What’s sweet but has no sugar?
Foods sweetened with natural, non sugar alternatives like monk fruit, stevia, erythritol, or allulose can taste sweet without actual sugar. Examples include:
- Sugar free chocolate
- Berries with whipped cream
- No sugar added peanut butter cups
- Baked goods made with low carb sweeteners
Chef Lucas Benetti recommends combining natural fats like coconut or nut butter with a touch of monk fruit for satisfying sweetness that doesn’t spike blood sugar.
4. What are the best desserts for diabetics?
The best desserts for diabetics are low in carbs, free from added sugars, and made with healthy fats and fiber. Great choices include:
- Keto cheesecake bites
- Chia seed pudding
- Almond flour cookies
- Avocado mousse
- Sugar free gelatin with berries
These options offer sweetness without the blood sugar roller coaster and they’re delicious enough for everyone to enjoy.
Conclusion
Delicious doesn’t have to mean heavy. With the right ingredients, smart substitutions, and thoughtful techniques, gluten free and sugar free desserts can become your new go to for sweet satisfaction without the crash.
Thanks to Chef Lucas Benetti’s refined approach and the clean, flavor forward recipes we champion at gatetasty, dessert can be part of your wellness routine not something to skip or feel guilty about.
Ready to bake smarter? Explore more wholesome, sugar conscious recipes at gatetasty.com where better ingredients meet bold flavor.
