Gluten-Free (and dairy-free) Baking: A 4 Part Series

Gluten-Free Baking Series

Learn the secrets to gluten-free baking in this 4-part series, designed to help you master everything from cookies to soft, fluffy bread! Each class builds on the last, introducing techniques and recipes that will make gluten-free baking easy and delicious. You will take home recipes and samples of everything we make in each class!

Part 1: 4/3/25 at 5-6pm. The Village Mall

Start with simple, foolproof recipes while learning the basics of gluten-free flours, binders, and texture adjustments. We’ll cover how to swap wheat flour for GF alternatives without sacrificing flavor or texture.

Recipes:

• Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Chewy Brownies or Blondies
• Oatmeal Cookies Sandwiches

Key Skills Covered:

• How to use different gluten-free flour blends
• The role of xanthan gum, psyllium husk, and flax eggs
• Preventing dry, crumbly textures in GF baking

Part 2: 4/10/25 at 5-6pm. The Village Mall

Learn how to create light, fluffy baked goods without gluten! This class will focus on balancing moisture, achieving the right rise, and creating a soft crumb in muffins, pancakes, and quick breads.

Recipes:

• Blueberry Muffins
• Banana Bread 
• Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes
• Savory Cheddar & Herb Muffins

Key Skills Covered:

• The best GF flour combinations for soft textures
• How to make GF batters rise properly
• Tricks for keeping quick breads moist and tender

Part 3: 4/17/25 at 5-6pm. The Village Mall

Master the art of gluten-free dough! We’ll tackle pie crusts, tart shells, and even a simple pastry dough so you can enjoy classic desserts without wheat flour.

Recipes:

• Buttery Gluten-Free Pie Crust
• Mini Fruit Tarts
• Hand Pies
• Quiche with a Gluten-Free Crust

Key Skills Covered:

• Handling GF doughs (rolling, chilling, and shaping)
• Avoiding toughness in gluten-free pastries
• Achieving a crisp, flaky crust without gluten

Part 4: 4/24/25 at 5-6pm. The Village Mall

In our final class, we’ll take on gluten-free yeast baking! Learn how to make soft, flavorful bread and gooey cinnamon rolls that taste just as good as their wheat-based counterparts.

Recipes:

• Soft Sandwich Bread
• Dinner Rolls
• Classic Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
• Garlic & Herb Focaccia

Key Skills Covered:

• How to work with yeast in gluten-free baking
• Creating a strong dough structure without gluten
• Achieving a soft, airy texture in GF bread