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Calling All Lemon Lovers! Our Favorite Low FODMAP Lemon Recipes

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Are you a lemon lover? If you have a choice between a vanilla cupcake and a tangy lemon tart, are you choosing the latter? Do you enjoy puckering up? Us too! We have a bunch of lovely lemon treats for you. And they happen to be gluten-free and low FODMAP!

Lemon Crumb Cake

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Most people think “cinnamon” when they think “crumb cake”. One taste of this zesty lemon version and it might become your new fave, with bright, citrusy flavor throughout. The tender cake features a crumbly streusel and a ribbon of lemon curd. Gluten Free! Get Lemon Crumb Cake recipe.

The Best Ever Gluten-Free Lemon Bars

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We think these lemon bars will become your new go-to recipe! An easy, crisp, buttery crust (with a secret) and a tangy lemon topping. Always a crowd pleaser. Get The Best Ever Gluten-Free Lemon Bars recipe.

Lemon Granita

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Water, sugar and fresh-squeezed lemon juice come together to create this icy, refreshing treat. No ice cream maker needed. Just clear room in the freezer and pay attention to the time cues. Get Lemon Granita recipe.

Lemon Loaf

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Everyone needs a classic lemon loaf – this one is gluten-free and delicious with or without the drizzle of icing. Get Lemon Loaf recipe.

Preserved Lemons

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Preserved lemons are used in savory cooking and we couldn’t resist including them. They are easy to make and add fantastic flavor and texture to your dishes, like our Moroccan Chicken recipe, or Roast Cod. Get Preserved Lemons recipe.

Lemon Meringue Cake

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Lemon meringue doesn’t just mean pie! We show you how. Yellow cake, lemon curd and whirls and swirls of sweet meringue. Haul out the torch and brown it! Get Lemon Meringue Cake recipe.

Lemon Curd

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When we want the most direct, lemony experience ever, we make lemon curd! Creamy, tart yet sweet, perfect spooned over ice cream, pound cake, spread on toast…or just eat with a spoon. Get Lemon Curd recipe.

Lemon Almond Cake

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The cake combines whole lemons (that are poached in water until soft), ground almonds, eggs, sugar and baking powder. That’s it. No butter, no creaming techniques like you might with a layer cake. Get Lemon Almond Cake recipe.

Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles

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These crisp waffles have a pronounced lemon flavor and the crunch of poppy seeds. Get out the pure maple syrup! Get Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles recipe.

Lemon Tart in A Shortbread Crust

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This version of lemon tart is in a crisp shortbread crust made from purchased cookies. Super easy to make and looks like it came straight from a bakery. Get Lemon Tart in A Shortbread Crust recipe.

Meringue Nests with Yogurt Lemon Curd & Fruit

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Crispy, sweet meringue nests are perfect holders for sorbet, ice cream or in this case, tart/sweet lemon curd and berries. A lovely dessert for special occasions. Meringue Nests with Yogurt Lemon Curd & Fruit

Lemon Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes

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Need pancakes for a crowd? Try this recipe, made in a sheet pan! Lemon and blueberries make them extra-special. Gluten-free and lactose-free, too. Get Lemon Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes recipe.

Lemon Zucchini Bread

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We have a classic gluten-free zucchini bread recipe, too, and a gluten-free zucchini banana bread, but this one combines grated zucchini and lemon for a welcomed new taste combo. All of these are quick breads, so no yeast or long rise times. Easy to make. Get Lemon Zucchini Bread recipe.

Maple Pumpkin Pie with Fresh Lemon & Ginger

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We have several pumpkin pie recipes for you, from classic to gently tweaked versions like this one with lemon and freshly grated ginger. Get Maple Pumpkin Pie with Fresh Lemon & Ginger recipe.

Strawberry Lemonade

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This Strawberry Lemonade just says, “summer in a glass”! Tart lemons and sweet, juicy strawberries are the perfect, refreshing combo to quench your thirst. Make a big batch for a party – or to just have in the fridge for when you need a tasty beverage. Gorgeous to look at, too! Get Strawberry Lemonade recipe.

Big Batch Lemonade

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What is better than a cool glass of homemade lemonade? A big batch of it! No more difficult to make and always a hit at a party. Serve as is – or add a bit of booze, if you like. Get Big Batch Lemonade recipe.

Fruited Lemonade Rosé Punch

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Bring out the punch bowl! This lemonade is spiked with rosé wine, so reserve for the adults. And take the time to make the ice ring. It not only keeps the punch cold, but adds a gorgeous visual, as well as flavor from the added fruit. Get Fruited Lemonade Rosé Punch recipe.

Honey Lemon Ginger Tea

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A little honey and freshly grated ginger create a soothing hot beverage. We like this anytime, but our community especially loves it when feeling a bit flu-ish. Get Honey Lemon Ginger Tea recipe.

Looking For More Lemon-centric Recipes?

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We have over 50 low FODMAP and gluten free recipes highlighting our favorite citrus, the lemon. Check them out here.

6 Rich And Fudgy Brownies That Will Make You Want To Lick The Bowl

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In our opinion, you can never have enough brownie recipes. We have gathered our top 6; the brownie recipes you don’t have – yet. And you do need them; trust us. Nutella. Peppermint. Toasted almond & Coconut. S’Mores. PB & J – and even a super quick One-Bowl Brownie. Get ready to be inspired. Click for 6 Rich And Fudgy Brownies That Will Make You Want To Lick The Bowl

85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

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Welcome to the largest collection of desserts for the chocolate lover in your life. Each of these are also gut-friendly so that you don’t have to worry about bloating, or a noisy belly when getting romantic! All of these desserts are gluten-free and low FODMAP! Click for 85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

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Cookies – small, large, soft, chewy, crispy, chocolaty, peanut buttery, elegant, homespun, one-bowl, drop, rolled and shaped – we’ll take them all. You can never have enough cookie recipes and ours are all created in our very own Test Kitchen; these recipes work! Several can be prepped in the time it takes to preheat the oven. Click for The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

Looking For Dairy Free Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts?

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This article will discuss the low FODMAP ice cream and frozen desserts that you can find in supermarkets and restaurants, as well as our own exclusive recipes, and will include information on dairy based as well as alt milk frozen desserts and recipes. Click here for Dairy Free Frozen Desserts Recipes.

20 Strawberry Recipes That Will Make You Berry Happy!

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These days, depending on where you live, you might be able to get decent strawberries all year long. Spring, however, brings fresh, new batches and we are always looking for new ways to incorporate these delicious berries into our diet. From drinks to cakes, crisps, cobblers, bars and even a salad, frozen desserts and a salsa, we have 20 strawberry recipes for you. Click for 20 Strawberry Recipes That Will Make You Berry Happy!

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