3 Delicious & Easy Fall Baking Recipes (Gluten-Free + Vegan)

Warm Spices. Cozy Vibes. Allergy-Friendly Treats.

Fall is the perfect time to fire up the oven and fill your kitchen with the scent of cinnamon, maple, and everything pumpkin. But if you're gluten-free and vegan, it can be hard to find recipes that check all the boxes.

We’ve got you covered. These 3 fall baking recipes are delicious, simple, and completely gluten-free + vegan — so everyone can enjoy a bite (or three).

1. Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Moist, fluffy, and full of fall flavor

These muffins are made with real pumpkin purée, warming spices, and a touch of maple syrup. They’re perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
  
• ¾ cup almond flour
  
• 1 tsp baking powder
  
• ½ tsp baking soda
  
• 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
  
• ½ cup pumpkin purée
  
• ¼ cup maple syrup
  
• ¼ cup unsweetened plant milk
  
• 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners.
   
2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl, wet in another. Combine and stir until just mixed.
   
3. Scoop into muffin tins and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
   
4. Let cool & enjoy!
   

🧁 Tip: Add chopped walnuts or vegan chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

2. Maple Pecan Blondies

Chewy, nutty, and naturally sweetened

These one-bowl blondies are rich with nutty pecan flavor and sweetened with pure maple syrup. No eggs or flour needed!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
  
• ½ cup maple syrup
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• ½ tsp cinnamon
  
• ¼ tsp salt
  
• ½ tsp baking soda
  
• ½ cup chopped pecans
  
• ¼ cup almond flour
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
   
2. Stir all ingredients in one bowl until smooth.
   
3. Pour into pan and smooth the top.
   
4. Bake 20–22 minutes. Cool completely before cutting.
   

🍁 Optional: Drizzle with melted vegan chocolate or a dusting of powdered sugar.

3. Spiced Apple Crumble Bars

Sweet apples, buttery crumble — no gluten, no dairy

Like apple pie in bar form, these bars combine a cinnamon-spiced apple layer with a soft oat crumble crust.

Ingredients:

Crust & Topping:

• 1½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
  
• ¾ cup almond flour
  
• ¼ cup coconut sugar
  
• ¼ cup coconut oil (melted)
  
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
  
• 1 tsp cinnamon
  

Apple Filling:

• 2 apples, peeled and chopped
  
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
  
• ½ tsp cinnamon
  
• 1 tsp lemon juice
  
• 1 tsp arrowroot or cornstarch
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 pan.
   
2. Mix crumble ingredients. Press ⅔ into the pan as crust.
   
3. Toss apples with filling ingredients. Spread over crust.
   
4. Sprinkle the remaining crumble on top.
   
5. Bake 30–35 minutes. Cool before slicing.
   

🍎 Hack: Use a food processor to quickly pulse the crumble together.

Don’t Forget: The Right Tools Make It Easier 🍴

From slicing apples to measuring maple syrup, great baking starts with the right gear. For gluten-free, vegan baking, precision matters — explore our selection of non-stick silicone baking mats.