Gluten Free Raspberry Blondies Recipe
These Gluten Free Raspberry Blondies are a moist, tender treat made with a blend of gluten-free and tigernut flours. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and infused with fresh raspberries, they are topped with a delicate pink glaze for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free dessert that doesn’t compromise on flavor or texture.
- Author: Ruby
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup 1:1 gluten free flour
- 1/2 cup tigernut flour (or almond flour)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil*
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Additions
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar**
- 1 tsp pink powder***
- 1–2 tsp dairy free milk of choice
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the blondies.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, tigernut (or almond) flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Using an electric mixer, beat together the olive oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just a few streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies tender.
- Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold the fresh raspberries into the batter to distribute them evenly without breaking them apart.
- Transfer to Pan and Spread: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and use a rubber spatula to spread it evenly to the edges for uniform baking.
- Bake the Blondies: Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges turn golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes.
- Cool and Glaze: Carefully lift the parchment paper to remove the blondies from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, pink powder, and dairy free milk to make a glaze. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.
- Slice and Serve: After glazing, slice the blondies into bars and serve as a delightful gluten-free dessert or snack.
Notes
- Olive oil contributes to a moist texture and a subtle fruity flavor, but you may substitute with another neutral oil if preferred.
- Powdered sugar and pink powder in the glaze add sweetness and a delicate color; you can adjust glaze thickness by varying milk quantity.
- Tigernut flour provides natural sweetness and a slightly nutty flavor, almond flour is a good alternative but may alter texture slightly.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries; if frozen, do not thaw before mixing to prevent color bleeding.
- Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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