Which gluten-free flour is best for cookies?

The best gluten free flour for cookies is a 1:1 baking blend that includes xanthan gum. It gives cookies structure and chew without that gritty texture. Bob’s Red Mill and King Arthur's Measure for Measure are both excellent choices.

How can I make a vegan gluten-free cookie cake?

To make your cookie cake vegan and gluten free, replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 tablespoons water) and use vegan butter. Choose dairy-free chocolate chips and plant based milk for the frosting. The result is still soft, chewy, and every bit as indulgent.

What if I don’t have a cookie cake pan?

No cookie cake pan? No problem. Use a 9 inch pizza pan, round cake pan, or even a square 8x8 pan. Just be sure to line it with parchment and leave a little room at the edges for spreading.

Can I use a round pizza pan instead?

Yes, a round pizza pan works beautifully. It gives that classic cookie cake look with nice golden edges. Just make sure to press the dough evenly and reduce the bake time slightly if the dough is thinner.

gluten free cookie cake recipe – 3 Variations You’ll Love

Name: Gluten Free Cookie Cake Recipe That’s Soft, Chewy, and Easy to Make
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½ cups gluten free all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; ½ cup brown sugar; ¼ cup granulated sugar; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¾ cup gluten free chocolate chips; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; 1½ cups powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon milk or dairy-free milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt; 1 cup gluten free flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup butter; ½ cup brown sugar; ¼ cup white sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ½ cup dairy-free yogurt; 1 cup crushed GF sandwich cookies; 1 cup butter; ½ cup powdered sugar; 2 tsp vanilla; 2 cups gluten free flour; ¼ tsp salt; 1 cup chopped pecans

Description

A soft, chewy gluten free cookie cake topped with vanilla frosting—perfect for birthdays and celebrations. Includes cookies and cream and Mexican wedding cookie variations.

Ingredients

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For Cookie Cake:

1½ cups gluten free all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¾ cup gluten free chocolate chips

For Frosting:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1½ cups powdered sugar

1 tablespoon milk or dairy-free milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Cookies and Cream Variation:

1 cup gluten free flour

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup butter

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup white sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla

½ cup dairy-free yogurt

1 cup crushed GF sandwich cookies

Mexican Wedding Cookies:

1 cup butter

½ cup powdered sugar

2 tsp vanilla

2 cups gluten free flour

¼ tsp salt

1 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9-inch pan.

2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Cream butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla.

4. Mix dry into wet ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips.

5. Spread dough evenly in the pan.

6. Bake 18–22 minutes or until edges are golden.

7. Cool completely before frosting.

8. To make frosting, beat butter until fluffy.

9. Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth.

10. Frost cooled cookie cake and decorate.

Notes

Use 1:1 gluten free flour for best results.

For vegan, use a flax egg and vegan butter.

Cookies and cream and wedding cookies can be made as standalone bakes.

Chill dough slightly to reduce spreading.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg