Think a paleo diet means no after-dinner treats? Think again! Following a paleo diet doesn’t actually mean cutting out sweets altogether, it just means you have to make different choices.
From almond flour to coconut oil, there are plenty of paleo-friendly ingredients that make the cut and without ruining your diet. Not only that, but these ingredients actually enhance the flavors and textures of all your favorite treats like cobblers, galettes and even banana splits.
If you’re looking for tasty paleo dessert recipes that don’t interfere with your summer diet, read on! The Bob’s Red Mill team has compiled a list of our all-time favorite paleo treats that are perfect for the summer season.
Paleo Blackberry Cobbler
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Berry cobblers in the summertime are so nostalgic, and delightfully delicious. Luckily, even when you’re following the paleo diet, you don’t have to forego your beloved summer cobblers. This Paleo Blackberry Cobbler is grain free, refined sugar free, dairy free and vegan. It’s so easy to throw together and can easily be eaten for breakfast alongside a cup of iced coffee with almond milk.
Dairy Free Banana Split Ice Cream
If you’re in the mood for the best paleo dessert recipe, look no further than this Dairy Free Banana Split Ice Cream! This recipe is rich, creamy, decadent and entirely dairy free. The ice cream itself calls for bananas, coconut milk, maple syrup, egg and vanilla extract, which combine to give it a smooth texture and delicious taste. With a coconut oil chocolate sauce and optional toppings of whipped coconut cream, cherries and bananas, you’ll be in the ultimate paleo dessert heaven with this take on a banana split.
Blueberry Galette
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Galettes are surprisingly easy to throw together and always look beautiful in the center of the dessert table. They’re typically made with a pastry base and topped with fresh fruit, which is why we love serving them during the summer when produce is ripe and plentiful. This Grain Free Blueberry Galette from Against All Grain uses a creative mix of different flours for the dough, followed by a beautiful layer of blueberries. We suggest serving it warm with a scoop of paleo-friendly ice cream to really seal the deal!
Paleo Strawberry Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
Strawberries and coconuts are an essential pair of summertime flavors. That’s why these Paleo Strawberry Coconut Thumbprint Cookies from our friend Rebecca at Strength and Sunshine are an all-time favorite for the season. The dough is made with Paleo Baking Flour, Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, coconut milk and coconut oil, which give the cookies their signature taste. Top these tasty treats with homemade strawberry jam and you’ll be all set for a sweet (and paleo-friendly) treat.
Vegan Paleo Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
This Vegan Paleo Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is paleo, vegan and aloha-friendly! It’s made with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour and aquafaba, the liquid from canned chickpeas. Once combined with our Organic Coconut Sugar, pineapple slices and maraschino cherries, this festive cake becomes the perfect escape to the tropics. Pair this treat with a scoop of paleo-friendly Coconut Vanilla Ice Cream and let the vacation vibes set in. This is one of our favorite paleo recipes for dessert not just because of its tasty flavors, but also because of its bold and colorful presentation.
No Churn Pistachio Ice Cream
There’s something about a bowl of ice cream on a warm summer night that seals the deal for a day well spent. This No Churn Pistachio Ice Cream from Real Simple Good is one of the easy paleo dessert recipes that never fails. Place your ingredients in a blender, and blend until creamy. Once it’s been poured into a freezer-safe container and frozen solid, all that’s left to do is savor each and every bite!
Paleo Lemon Bars
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These Paleo Lemon Bars from Food Faith Fitness are sweet, bright and nutritious! They’re made with just a handful of ingredients, like Coconut Flour, honey, coconut oil, eggs and fresh lemon juice and zest. Whether you’re making these as a simple indulgence to enjoy solo, or whipping up a huge batch for the annual backyard barbecue, these bars are sure to be a hit. These refreshing, chewy and pleasantly yellow morsels of goodness will be gobbled up before your very own eyes! Once you master this recipe, feel free to experiment with some of your other favorite summer citrus.
Paleo Crepes with Fresh Summer Fruit
In our eyes, the best paleo dessert recipe is one that can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner and dessert. Such is the case with these Paleo Crepes with Fresh Summer Fruit, which are made with just Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour, eggs and carbonated water. Top your crepes with everything from strawberries to blueberries to bananas, and dive into your summertime meal fork first (whatever time of day it is). They go well with coffee in the morning, sparkling water in the afternoon and tea in the evening.
Easy Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake
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Cheesecake is cool, rich, filled with fruit and completely perfect for summer! This recipe for Easy Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake is refined sugar free, paleo and raw. Its texture is so creamy, you might find yourself second-guessing whether it’s actually paleo at all. (It is.) As you’ll see from the photos, the swirled strawberry topping is absolutely beautiful and sure to impress even the pickiest of paleo dessert eating guests. The crust of raw pecans and dates is delightful and the filling incorporates all the best flavors of coconut and vanilla. The more we write about it, the more we realize, it’s probably a good idea to make two.
Paleo Strawberry Shortcake
What summer season would be complete without at least one evening of complete indulgence in strawberry shortcake piled high with ripe berries and cream? This Paleo Strawberry Shortcake ensures that even when you’re following the paleo diet, you can still unwind with some bites of your favorite summertime treat. We love that Chrystal of Gluten-Free Palate uses Bob’s Red Mill Super Fine Almond Flour to make her beautiful almond flour shortcakes. She tops them with fresh strawberries and whipped cream and has a dessert fit for even the fanciest backyard gatherings. If you want to add some extra color, you can top your shortcakes with a mint or basil leaf.
Almond Flour Lemon Cake
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Some of our favorite paleo dessert recipes in the summer burst with flavors of berries and citrus, which is part of the reason why we love this Almond Flour Lemon Cake from One Lovely Life so much. In addition to the light cake batter of almond flour, lemon and honey, it also incorporates a lemon-honey glaze with an optional topping of coconut and fresh berries. If you’re a fool for lemon, like we are, pair your Almond Flour Lemon Cake with this Paleo Lemon Ice Cream from Real Food with Jessica. It’s tangy, creamy and absolutely amazing on a hot summer night! Of course, as with any ice cream, it tastes fabulous when enjoyed in the company of good friends, family and fellow ice cream enthusiasts.
Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
No season is complete without a big batch of homemade chocolate chip cookies. If you’re looking for easy paleo dessert recipes that kids can help with,these Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies from Making Thyme for Health are just the ticket. They’re an exceptional option for something sweet and paleo-friendly during the summertime and are well-loved by kids and adults alike. Add in your favorite paleo chocolate chunks and serve with a tall glass of almond milk!
Whether your own particular sweet tooth calls for shortcake, cheesecake or lemon bars, we hope this list has given you some paleo dessert inspiration.
One of the best things about the paleo diet is that it doesn’t have to be thought of in terms of restriction. There is a bountiful amount of wonderful ingredients out there, from flours to oils to alternative creams, that will not only enhance your baked goods but also keep you on track with your paleo diet plan.
Have any favorite easy paleo desserts you like to make in the summer season? Feel free to share them with us in the comments below! We can’t wait to hear what you whip up.
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Berry cobblers in the summertime are so nostalgic, and delightfully delicious. Luckily, even when you’re following the paleo diet, you don’t have to forego your beloved summer cobblers. This Paleo Blackberry Cobbler is grain free, refined sugar free, dairy free and vegan. It’s so easy to throw together and can easily be eaten for breakfast alongside a cup of iced coffee with almond milk.
Photo by againstallgrain.com[/caption]
Galettes are surprisingly easy to throw together and always look beautiful in the center of the dessert table. They’re typically made with a pastry base and topped with fresh fruit, which is why we love serving them during the summer when produce is ripe and plentiful. This Grain Free Blueberry Galette from Against All Grain uses a creative mix of different flours for the dough, followed by a beautiful layer of blueberries. We suggest serving it warm with a scoop of paleo-friendly ice cream to really seal the deal!
This Vegan Paleo Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is paleo, vegan and aloha-friendly! It’s made with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour and aquafaba, the liquid from canned chickpeas. Once combined with our Organic Coconut Sugar, pineapple slices and maraschino cherries, this festive cake becomes the perfect escape to the tropics. Pair this treat with a scoop of paleo-friendly Coconut Vanilla Ice Cream and let the vacation vibes set in. This is one of our favorite paleo recipes for dessert not just because of its tasty flavors, but also because of its bold and colorful presentation.
Photo by foodfaithfitness.com[/caption]
These Paleo Lemon Bars from Food Faith Fitness are sweet, bright and nutritious! They’re made with just a handful of ingredients, like Coconut Flour, honey, coconut oil, eggs and fresh lemon juice and zest. Whether you’re making these as a simple indulgence to enjoy solo, or whipping up a huge batch for the annual backyard barbecue, these bars are sure to be a hit. These refreshing, chewy and pleasantly yellow morsels of goodness will be gobbled up before your very own eyes! Once you master this recipe, feel free to experiment with some of your other favorite summer citrus.
Photo by paleoglutenfree.com[/caption]
Cheesecake is cool, rich, filled with fruit and completely perfect for summer! This recipe for Easy Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake is refined sugar free, paleo and raw. Its texture is so creamy, you might find yourself second-guessing whether it’s actually paleo at all. (It is.) As you’ll see from the photos, the swirled strawberry topping is absolutely beautiful and sure to impress even the pickiest of paleo dessert eating guests. The crust of raw pecans and dates is delightful and the filling incorporates all the best flavors of coconut and vanilla. The more we write about it, the more we realize, it’s probably a good idea to make two.
Photo by onelovelylife.com[/caption]
Some of our favorite paleo dessert recipes in the summer burst with flavors of berries and citrus, which is part of the reason why we love this Almond Flour Lemon Cake from One Lovely Life so much. In addition to the light cake batter of almond flour, lemon and honey, it also incorporates a lemon-honey glaze with an optional topping of coconut and fresh berries. If you’re a fool for lemon, like we are, pair your Almond Flour Lemon Cake with this Paleo Lemon Ice Cream from Real Food with Jessica. It’s tangy, creamy and absolutely amazing on a hot summer night! Of course, as with any ice cream, it tastes fabulous when enjoyed in the company of good friends, family and fellow ice cream enthusiasts.
