10 Fabulous Flourless Plant-Based Recipes

Whatever the reason might be that you are avoiding gluten, there is simply no need to be missing out on any of the classic baked treats enjoyed by many.

Yes, there are plenty of recipes out there for baked goods that call for some kind of gluten-free flour as a replacement for wheat flour, but imagine a world of bread, biscuits, and brownies that need no flour at all.

Well, that world exists. Check out these recipes that will fulfill all of your cookie, cracker, and cake cravings without any of the flour.

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help you get healthy! 

1.  Flourless Bread

Source: Flourless Bread/One Green Planet

Packed with seeds and full of flavor, this Flourless Bread by Lenia Patsi is soft in texture and will be a hit with gluten-free and gluten eaters alike.  This recipe uses a plant-based fiber called psyllium that helps this loaf to rise and gives it texture.

2.  3 Ingredient Vegan Flourless Pancakes

Source: 3 Ingredient Vegan Flourless Pancakes/One Green Planet

That’s right! With just three ingredients you can still enjoy this breakfast classic.  Nikki and Zuzana ensure that you will feel confidently indulgent when you eat these 3 Ingredient Vegan Flourless Pancakes.  Serve them with all your favorite pancake toppings.

3.  Flourless Chickpea Brownies

Source: Flourless Chickpea Brownies/One Green Planet

Not only are these Flourless Chickpea Brownies fudgy and chocolaty, but they are packed with protein, too. Maggie Wescott insists that there is not a hint of bean flavor to be found in this sweet chocolate treat.

4.  Gluten-Free Sprouted Crackers

Source: Gluten-Free Sprouted Crackers/One Green Planet

No flour here!  Sprouted buckwheat is the base for these delicious Gluten-Free Sprouted Crackers.  What’s more, these crackers don’t contain any oil at all making them even healthier. You won’t miss any of the store-bought versions when you try Nele Liivlaid‘s simple recipe.  Enjoy them alone, use them for dipping or top them with your favorite vegan cheese and veggies.

5.  Chunky Vegan Oat Cookies

Source: Chunky Vegan Oat Cookies/One Green Planet

Vicky Coates‘ recipe for Chunky Vegan Oat Cookies will not leave you disappointed.  They are packed full of nuts, seeds, and warm spices.  Enjoy these flourless, nutrient-rich cookies as a snack or even for breakfast.

6.  Flourless Black Bean Brownie Pecan Pie

Source:  Flourless Black Bean Brownie Pecan Pie/One Green Planet

There is no rule to say that you have to wait until Thanksgiving to indulge in a little (or a lot of) pecan pie.  Jessica Bose‘s Flourless Black Bean Brownie Pecan Pie can be savored any time of the year.  This is a protein-packed, fudgy and decadent dessert for any occasion.

7.  Flavored Gluten-Free Tortillas

Source: Flavored Gluten-Free Tortillas/One Green Planet

Now you can have fun making burritos, tacos, and fajitas with these Flavored Gluten-Free Tortillas.  Nele Liivlaid‘s tortilla recipe is buckwheat-based and oil-free.  These Mediterranian flavored tortillas are suitably flexible making them ideal for wrapping around all of your favorite ingredients.

8.  Flourless Cake with Walnut and Fig Crust

Source: Flourless Cake with Walnut and Fig Crust/One Green Planet

Wow!  This stunning Flourless Cake with Walnut and Fig Crust recipe by Hana Mendes is packed with fresh flavors and bright colors.  This raw dessert is fruity, nutty, and filled with vitamins and minerals.  Serve this gorgeous bright pink cake with melted chocolate and pretty edible flowers.

9.  Power Bread With Sunflower Seeds, Flax Seeds, Sesame Seeds, and              Pumpkin Seeds

Source: Power Bread With Sunflower Seeds, Flax Seeds, Sesame Seeds, and Pumpkin Seeds/One Green Planet

The abundance of healthful nuts and seeds is what makes this loaf truly powerful. This Power bread with Sunflower seeds, Flax Seeds, Sesame Seeds and Pumpkin Seeds recipe by Selva Wohlgemuth is super simple to make and looks beautiful cut into slices ready to be enjoyed.

10.  Flourless Avocado Walnut Brownies

Source: Flourless Avocado Walnut Brownies/One Green Planet

You can get that classic walnut and brownie pairing without any of the gluten that usually accompanies it.  Gabrielle St. Claire‘s Flourless Avocado Walnut Brownies are soft, chocolaty, and non-vegan approved! With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these brownies in no time.

You can still make and devour all kinds of traditionally flour-based recipes.  As you can see here, you don’t even have to use gluten-free flour in order to turn your kitchen into a bountiful bakery.

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home!

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

For more Animal, Earth, Life, Vegan Food, Health, and Recipe content published daily, subscribe to the One Green Planet Newsletter! Lastly, being publicly-funded gives us a greater chance to continue providing you with high-quality content. Please consider supporting us by donating!