It’s not as difficult as you might think to create a sweet treat if you've run out of plain (all-purpose) flour, or if you're trying to lower your gluten intake. We’ve got great ideas for bakes that don't require the white stuff, from pavlovas and pies to cookies and crumbles (and some are even totally gluten-free).

This low-effort crumble is utterly comforting. A stewed berry, date, cinnamon and nutmeg filling is topped with a layer of golden oats and ground almonds. There’s no flour on the ingredients list.

Get the recipe for berry crumble here

Baked cheesecake always feels a little more hearty and decadent than one set in the fridge. This recipe has a ginger-nut base, a rich filling made with sour cream, cream cheese and eggs, and is studded with juicy blueberries.

Get the recipe for baked blueberry cheesecake here

It’s hard to believe it’s possible to make this decadent dessert with absolutely no flour. And you'll only need five ingredients: dark chocolate, butter, eggs, sugar and cocoa powder. The secret to its light texture is the double baking.

Get the recipe for twice-baked chocolate cake here

A fruity twist on a traditional key lime pie, this version is so easy to make. It has a buttery digestive biscuit base and sweet filling made from passion fruit, lime, egg yolks and condensed milk.

Get the recipe for passion fruit key lime pie here

This colourful tropical fruit pavlova is entirely vegan. Chickpea water, known as aquafaba, replaces egg whites to make light and crunchy meringues, and coconut milk makes a luxurious filling. The recipe calls for a pineapple and kiwi topping but decorate with whatever fruit you fancy or have to hand.

Get the recipe for tropical fruit pavlova here

Chocolate-lovers will appreciate the smooth and not-too-sweet centre of this baked cheesecake. Serve it with cherry compote or fresh cherries and sour cream.

Get the recipe for chocolate cherry cheesecake here

This beautifully dense and moist cake uses ground almonds instead of flour, plus extra virgin olive oil and yogurt, and is sweetened with honey. It also keeps for a remarkably long time and the flavour will continue to develop.

Get the recipe for lemon thyme, honey and almond cake here

A great flourless alternative to a traditional sponge, this moist cake is made with ground almonds and flavoured with vanilla and cinnamon. It’s scattered with flaked almonds before it goes in the oven and finished with a sprinkling of icing sugar when it comes out.

Get the recipe for almond and cinnamon cake here

Have a go at this crumble with a difference. Caramelised bananas and dates pair beautifully with a crunchy, nutty and spiced topping. Serve it with silky, homemade almond milk and cardamom custard or your favourite shop-bought brand.

Get the recipe for banana and peanut butter crumble here

Embrace this classic English pudding which is incredibly easy to whip up and makes clever use of on-the-turn bread or brioche. Slices of bread go in a dish, followed by dried fruit, spices, cream, milk and eggs. It’s baked until spongy and custardy, and served with ice cream.

Get the recipe for bread and butter pudding here

This peach and amaretto (a sweet Italian liqueur) puff pastry tart is sunshine in a dessert. It’s super easy to make and ready in under half an hour. Swap peaches and cinnamon for peaches and lavender or strawberries with balsamic vinegar if you’d prefer.

Get the recipe for peach puff tart here

A super nutty and dense cake, this one's perfect for when you’re after something with a bit of substance. If you want to jazz it up, try making a cream cheese or cashew cream icing and add more chopped pistachio nuts on top.

Get the recipe for carrot, pistachio and coconut cake here

This is the perfect type of cake – moist, delicate and utterly delicious. Semolina and ground almonds replace the plain (all-purpose) flour in this loaf, and figs are baked into the top so they become even more sweet and sticky.

Get the recipe for caramelised fig semolina loaf here

Cornbread doesn’t have to be savoury. This stunning bake is lightly sweetened with honey, has a hint of lemon and a bursting blueberry centre. It’s brushed with a honey-butter glaze to give it a lovely sheen.

Get the recipe for blueberry and honey cornbread here

Can’t choose between making brownies or a chocolate meringue? Why not have your cake and eat it? This double-layer bake features a rich and gooey brownie base and a crisp, chocolate meringue crust. What’s not to love?

Get the recipe for meringue brownie here

There's no flour in this decadent recipe – instead it's made with a creamy chestnut purée and a rich mixture of butter and chocolate. It's best eaten warm, when the inside is still deliciously soft and mousse-like. Serve with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Get the recipe for chestnut and chocolate cake here

If you're after a simple, flour-free recipe, this could be just the thing. These oaty bites are ready in under 30 minutes and use only five ingredients: blended bananas, creamed coconut, cocoa powder, oats and semi-dried cherries. The result is a soft, oaty morsel that counts towards your five-a-day.

Get the recipe for chocolate cherry oaty bites