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Gluten Free Cream Cheese Pound Cake

This Gluten Free Cream Cheese Pound Cake is everything you want in a classic dessert! It's moist, rich, and incredibly easy to make. Baked as a beautiful bundt cake, it delivers that dense yet tender texture you expect from the best cream cheese pound cake, with a smooth crumb that slices perfectly every time.

If you've been searching for a moist gluten free pound cake recipe that doesn't feel dry or crumbly, this one is the best cream cheese pound cake recipe ever.

a gluten free cream cheese pound cake on a light blue platter with two slices on white plates with sliced strawberries and homemade whipped cream

Made completely from scratch, this homemade pound cake is simple enough for everyday baking yet elegant enough for special occasions. The result is a moist & delicious pound cake that works as an easy dessert recipe, a holiday centerpiece, or a comforting slice with coffee.

Whether you're learning how to make pound cake gluten free or just want a reliable gluten free cake that feels timeless, this cream cheese bundt cake recipe is a must bake classic cake you'll come back to again and again.

I served mine with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream. My simple recipe for homemade whipped cream is in the notes section. I store the leftover strawberries and whipped cream in separate containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

If you are looking for more desserts try: Gluten Free Dessert Recipes

If you are looking fore more cakes try: Gluten Free Cake Recipes

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300 degrees. Grease a 10-inch bundt pan with coconut oil and set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer beat the butter and cream cheese until mixed together and creamy. Add the sugar and beat until fluffy.

Add one egg at a time beating to combine into the sugar mixture. Add vanilla and beat just until combined.

Add gluten free flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Beat just until a smooth batter forms.

Pour the cake batter into your greased bundt pan.

Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour 30 minutes. The cake will be lightly browned and a toothpick will come out clean when inserted into the center.

Let the cake cool in the bundt pan for 10 minutes and then invert onto a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Serve the cake dusted with powdered sugar or with homemade whipped cream and sugar strawberries.

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Gluten Free Cream Cheese Pound Cake

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Author: Elaine VanVleck
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield: 10 servings 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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This easy recipe for gluten free cream cheese pound cake is made in a bundt pan. This delicious dessert is moist and easy to bake. I dusted mine with powdered sugar and served the cake with strawberries.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups Unsalted Butter, softened
1 - 8 ounce package Cream Cheese, at room temperature
2 cups Granulated Sugar
6 large Eggs
2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
3 cups Gluten Free Flour
½ tsp. Sea Salt
Coconut Oil, for greasing pan
Fresh Strawberries
Homemade Whipped Cream, recipe in notes

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300 degrees. Grease a 10-inch bundt pan with coconut oil and set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer beat the butter and cream cheese until mixed together and creamy. Add the sugar and beat until fluffy.

Add one egg at a time beating to combine into the sugar mixture. Add vanilla and beat just until combined.

Add gluten free flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Beat just until a smooth batter forms.

Pour the cake batter into your greased bundt pan.

Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour 30 minutes. The cake will be lightly browned and a toothpick will come out clean when inserted into the center.

Let the cake cool in the bundt pan for 10 minutes and then invert onto a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Serve the cake dusted with powdered sugar or with homemade whipped cream and sugar strawberries.

Notes

For sugar strawberries I slice them into a bowl and then add 1-2 tablespoons of granulated sugar on top. Stir until coated with sugar and then let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

For homemade whipped cream add 1-2 cups of heavy whipping cream, ½ cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to your mixer. Using the whisk attachment beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Category: Cake
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Gluten Free

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make my gluten free cakes more moist?

Gluten free baking tends to require more moisture or oil than when you are using regular wheat flour. For this gluten free cream cheese pound cake recipe I added butter and cream cheese to make it moist and delicious.

If you are using a cake recipe that isn't turning out moist I would suggest adding a bit more oil or butter. You can also add mashed banana or applesauce to help your baked goods have more moisture.

Do gluten free cakes take longer to bake?

Yes, gluten free baking in general takes a little bit longer to bake than a cake made with regular wheat flour. However, gluten free baked goods tend to brown faster. So you will want to test the cake with a tooth pick in the center to make sure it's actually done even if it looks browned.

Your cake should be a nice golden brown and a tooth pick inserted in the center of the cake should come out clean. You may need to bake your cake up to 5-8 minutes more. If your cake is already very brown, but not done in the center you will need to lower the oven temperature by 25 degrees and cook longer.

My Skin Care Routine for Rosacea

This is my best skin care routine for rosacea. These are my tips for products that have helped with my redness and sensitive skin. I've found that natural cleansers and a few moisturizers give me relief from rosacea symptoms. Warm water and products with clean ingredients have really helped me control rashes and redness.

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Use a Gentle Cleanser

It's very important to use a cleanser that isn't too harsh in your rosacea skin care routine. Your cleanser shouldn't make your skin feel tight or dry after you've washed your face. I like a cream cleanser, cleansing wipes or a gentle cleansing balm.

I've also found it important to wash my face with warm water. I never use hot water as that will make my face red and irritated. There is already going to be a bit of redness just from washing my face, so I don't want to add to that by scrubbing too hard or using hot water.

Some of my favorite cleansers:

My Favorite Products

Find Your Triggers and Avoid Them

Triggers for rosacea come in many forms and can be different for each person. I highly recommend keeping a journal so you can see what is causing flare ups. For me, heat, wind, harsh products (retinol) and alcohol (drinks and in products) cause my rosacea to flare up.

When you find your triggers you can replace products that are causing them and make slight changes to your routines for rosacea to keep symptoms away. Although, there are going to be times when you just can't avoid a hot day, working out or other triggers.

If you are having a flare-up cool water on your face may help. It may also be helpful to use a product with or straight aloe vera (be sure it's pure and doesn't have chemicals) to calm your skin.

Find a Moisturizer Without Irritating Ingredients

I've found that anti-aging ingredients tend to irritate my skin. Even though I'm in the age group of using anti-aging I typically skip those products in favor of more gentle moisturizers in my routine for rosacea. I'm a big fan of these moisturizers:

Patch Test New Products

Whenever I get a new product to try I apply it to a small patch on my cheek to see how my skin will react. If I get redness or the spot starts to itch I use a gentle, trusted cleanser to remove the product.

I know that some people will try a product a few times to see if their skin will get used to that product. I'm just not a big fan of the waiting period where I have irritated, red skin. I return the product and try something else. There are so many options out there that I don't see the point in being uncomfortable while trying to make a skin care product work for me.

Keep Your Home's Air Moist

Dryness in the air can cause rosacea flare-ups and skin irritation. To counter act this I run humidifiers and diffusers in my home. I like to add a couple of drops of essential oils to make my house smell amazing. I've replaced all my candles in my home with diffusers.

Favorite Diffusers & Humidifiers:

Sunscreen Is Your Friend

Sun exposure is one of my main triggers. Good natural, non-chemical sunscreens are my favorite for protecting my skin. I also really like a foundation that has sunscreen in it so I can get both in one application.

I like to wear a hat to keep the sun directly off my face and keep ice water nearby to stay hydrated and to cool my body. If you find that you've gotten a sunburn you can use an all natural aloe vera product and cool water to treat the redness, itching and irritation. Here are a few of my favorite options:

Exfoliate Your Skin Sparingly

I stay away from chemical exfoliators. I like to use a gentle facial scrub a couple of times per week. If I am having a rosacea flare-up and my skin is irritated I skip exfoliating until the redness and irritation subsides.

Avoid Fake Fragrances

Be sure to check all of your products with the EWG app. It is the quickest way to see if a product is a clean option. The EWG app may give a product a higher score for fragrance even if that fragrance is created with essential oils.

Since some people have reactions to essential oils you will need to go to the brands website to see what they are using for fragrance. Most reputable brands will have the ingredients so they are easy for you to find and decide if the fragrance they are using will work for you.

I can handle most essential oils on my skin, but you may find some trigger your rosacea. For instance, I can't handle cedar wood essential oil on my skin. A spot test of new products with essential oils is important to be sure that they are going to work for you.

Other Ingredients I Avoid in My Routine for Rosacea

Alcohol
Lactic Acid
Glycolic Acid
Sodium Laurel Sulfate

I've found these ingredients don't work with my skin. They have all caused rosacea flare-ups for me. You may want to start your own list in your journal or somewhere else that you keep the ingredients that don't work for you.

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Gluten Free Hummingbird Bundt Cake

This Gluten Free Hummingbird Bundt Cake is a cozy, old fashioned dessert that feels both nostalgic and effortless. Baked in a bundt pan, this easy hummingbird bundt cake delivers a tender crumb and rich flavor that makes it feel truly delicious and special without being complicated.

It's the kind of cake that looks beautiful on the table but is simple enough for everyday baking.

a gluten free hummingbird bundt cake on a antique yellow platter with yellow forsythia blooms next to the cake

Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or a spring gathering, this gluten free hummingbird cake stays wonderfully moist and satisfying. Whether you're making it for Easter, a birthday cake recipe, or just because, this homemade gluten free bundt cake proves that classic cakes can be just as comforting and impressive without gluten.

It's an easy, timeless dessert you'll want to bake again and again.

If you're looking for bundt cake recipes try my Gluten Free Orange Bundt Cake, my Gluten Free Lemon Bundt Cake with Lemon Glaze, my Gluten Free Pear Bundt Cake or my Gluten Free Double Chocolate Bundt Cake.

You can find all of my gluten free cake recipes here: Gluten Free Cake Recipes

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a nine inch or larger bundt pan with coconut oil or butter and set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer add the granulated sugar, eggs, bananas, crushed pineapple, coconut oil, avocado oil and vanilla. Beat until the ingredients are blended together.

In a separate bowl whisk together the gluten free flour, pecans, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and sea salt.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and blend just until a batter forms.

In a separate bowl beat together the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, heavy whipping cream and coconut flakes until you have a thick mixture.

Pour half of the cake batter into your greased bundt pan. Next scoop tablespoons of the filling into the center of your cake batter evenly around the bundt pan. Pour the rest of your cake batter over the filling.

Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 10 minutes. The cake will be browned and a toothpick will come out clean when the cake is done.

Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan and then carefully transfer the cake to a cooling rack.

Let the cake cool completely before pouring the glaze over top.

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