Better‑For‑You Gluten‑Free Treats: Breakfast Cookies, Donuts & Muffins

Summer mornings just got sweeter—and healthier. Whether you’re planning a sunny brunch, heading out on a road trip, or need a quick grab-and-go breakfast, these easy, gluten-free treats are perfect for the season. From breakfast cookies and donuts to muffins, each recipe is naturally sweetened, made with wholesome ingredients, and includes vegan-friendly options.

single apple cider donut on a plate, gluten free

Easy Summer Breakfasts Made Better: Wholesome & Gluten-Free Treats

These better-for-you baked goods are designed to fuel your day—without the sugar crash. Packed with fiber, protein, and wholesome ingredients, they’re ideal for anyone looking for delicious, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly breakfast options. Think berry-loaded muffins, soft-baked cookies, and satisfying donuts you can feel good about.

Fresh, Freezer-Friendly & Perfect for On-the-Go

With fresh summer produce at its peak, now’s the time to use juicy berries, ripe bananas, and even low-calorie zucchini. Many of these recipes are freezer-friendly, great for travel, and perfect for poolside snacks or early back-to-school prep. Whether you’re baking ahead or keeping things easy in the heat, these treats make summer mornings simple and delicious.

Better-For-You Gluten-Free: Cookies, Donuts & Muffins

Gluten Free Cowboy Cookies

close up of a healthy gluten free cowboy cookie for breakfast of snack

 

Gluten-Free Cowboy Cookies: a wholesome, hearty breakfast or snack packed with oats, nuts, coconut, and chocolate chips—perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth!

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Coconut Butter Cookies

stacked oatmeal coconut butter cookies

Here’s a gluten-free oatmeal cookie recipe everyone will love, made with oats, coconut flakes, sorghum and arrowroot flours, butter, eggs, and a touch of coconut sugar.

6 Ingredient Grain-Free Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

COCONUT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE, GRAIN FREE

These grain-free cookies are rich and satisfying, made with just six ingredients: coconut flakes, almond flour, paleo chocolate chips, maple syrup, vanilla, and butter or coconut oil.

Healthy Morning Cookie – Vegan, Gluten Free

3 stacked healthy morning cookies with seeds

Start your day with a wholesome Gluten-Free Morning Cookie packed with seeds, coconut, oats, dried fruit, nut butter, cacao nibs, and banana. The VERY BEST wholesome cookie.

Gluten-Free Fudgy Brownie Cookies

fudgy brownie cookies on a plate, gluten-free

The BEST Gluten-Free Fudgy Brownie Cookies—rich, chocolaty, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Quick and easy to make in minutes!

5 Ingredient Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free)

3 stacked peanut butter cookies on a plate

This flourless, dairy-free, gluten-free peanut butter chocolate chip cookie is melt-in-your-mouth delicious—and made with just 5 ingredients!

Gluten-Free Baked Apple Cider Donuts

scattered freshly baked apple cider donuts dusted with coconut sugar

These sweet baked donuts blend apple cider, fresh apples, flaxseed, and warm spices, then finish with a brown butter glaze and cinnamon-cardamom sugar. Irresistible! Wholesome donuts great any time of the year.

Low-Carb Grain-Free Ham and Cheese Donuts

low carb cheese and ham donuts garnished with mint

These savory, low-carb, grain-free Ham & Cheese Donuts are soft, baked (not fried), and toast perfectly—with just 5 net carbs each. Perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Dairy-Free Strawberry Pecan Muffins – Gluten Free

close up of gluten & dairy free strawberry pecan muffin

These Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Strawberry Pecan Muffins are light, moist, and packed with fresh strawberries and a crunchy pecan topping. Naturally sweetened with honey and made with olive oil—they’re easy to make, wholesome and seriously delicious breakfast muffins!

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins

showing tender crumb inside of a gluten free chocolate chip zucchini muffin

These wholesome muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack on the go—and I promise you won’t be able to stop at just one. They taste just like the best chocolate cake, except with added health benefits.

Gluten-Free Chia Muffin With Blueberries

gluten free chia muffins studded with blueberries in a basket

This gluten-free blueberry chia muffin is so moist and tender, you’d never guess it’s hiding zucchini. Almond flour adds a nutty vibe, chia seeds bring the crunch, and lemon and vanilla keep things fresh. Healthy never tasted so sneaky!

Wholesome Gluten Free Banana Apple Muffins – Easy Blender Recipe

close up of banana apple muffin showing tender texture on the inside

 

Unlike most sweet snacks, these dairy-free muffins use healthy fats and a hint of coconut sugar—a delicious, healthier gluten-free banana apple breakfast!

Snickerdoodle Oat Snacking Cake or Muffin– Gluten Free

snicker doodle snacking cake slices on a platter

Our test kitchen, family, and friends all rave about this cake. Try the protein-packed Snickerdoodle Oat Snacking Cake for breakfast or a wholesome anytime treat. For a fun twist, use a muffin pan to make grab-and-go snacks—perfect for back to school!

Healthy Gluten-Free Morning Glory Muffins

two gluten free morning glory muffins on a plate

These Healthy Gluten-Free Morning Glory Muffins are packed with fruit, seeds, and veggies—bananas, apples, raisins, carrots, pumpkin seeds, and chia—no added sugar, fat, or dairy!