A collection of vegetarian gluten-free recipes with tapioca flour (a.k.a. tapioca starch) — everything from dessert to bread to vegan tapioca flour recipes, sweet, savory and everything in-between. This collection of gluten-free tapioca flour recipes has something for every diet — vegan, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, nut-free, paleo, grain-free and vegetarian, from some of the best food bloggers out there! Enjoy!
I am absolute super fan of tapioca starch a.k.a. tapioca flour! It is a weekly staple in our household whether for our Saturday pizza night, for thickening soups and bean dishes or making our favorite baked goods. Tapioca flour is versatile, easy to use and can impart a wonderfully fluffy and chewy texture that is often well missed on a gluten-free diet. I’m excited to share with you some wonderful options for exploring this lovely starch!
What is Tapioca Flour?
Tapioca flour is the starch portion of yuca root a.k.a. cassava root or manioc root. The yuca plant is indigenous to South America. You may have heard of cassava flour, which is the whole root ground, whereas tapioca flour is exclusively the starch portion of the root. Tapioca flour is a versatile starch that has many possible applications in gluten-free cooking.
Where Can I Buy Tapioca Flour?
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Tapioca flour can be found sold in specialty Asian and Latin American markets.
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Tapioca flour is commonly sold in gluten-free sections of conventional stores such as Safeway, Target and Walmart.
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Tapioca flour can be found in the baking section of natural food stores such as Natural Grocers, Sprouts and Whole Foods.
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Tapioca flour can also be found online on Amazon and Thrive Market.
33 Vegetarian Gluten-Free Tapioca Flour Recipes and Ideas
33 Tapioca Flour Recipes
How to Make Boba, aka. Tapioca Pearls, From Scratch
Gluten-free, vegan, and FUN!
Mini Gluten-Free Paleo Fresh Peach Cobbler Recipe
Gluten-free, paleo and ready in under 30 minutes!
Brazilian Cheese Bread Recipe. AKA, The BEST Rolls Ever!
Gluten-free cheesy goodness!
Gluten-Free Cheesy Bread Waffles
These crispy, cheesy Savory Gluten-Free Waffles make a fabulous snack or meal on their own or with a wide variety of savory toppings. Tapioca flour (starch) is the star of the show here in these GF waffles reminiscent of cheese bread.
Paleo Pizza Crust
A gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo thin crispy pizza base!
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake + Orange Coconut Butter Glaze (Dairy-Free)
An over-the-top gluten-free carrot cake that is also dairy-free + refined sugar-free.
Vietnamese Steamed Banana Cake (Banh Chuoi Hap)
A traditional Vietnamese delight!
Paleo Tortilla Wraps
A super easy, vegan, gluten-free wrap solution
Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread Recipe
A nice gluten-free, dairy-free spin on traditional cinnamon raisin bread.
Gluten-Free Banana Bread Donuts + Honey Cream Cheese Drizzle
Fluffy and healthy indulgence.
Homemade Paleo Pita Recipe
A quick gluten-free pita bread recipe!
Chocolate Cherry Galette (Gluten Free, Paleo + Vegan) • Bakerita
Gluten-free, paleo, AND vegan!
Gluten Free Sesame Seed Rolls {Flour Free and Gum Free}
Delightfully super-seedy gluten-free bread!
Grain-free, Gluten-Free Churros
Spanish-style and vegan, to boot!
Pumpkin Coconut Macaroons
Gluten-free, vegan and bursting with fall flavors!
Awesome and Crispy Gluten-Free Pizza Crust (Paleo & Vegan)!
Thin and crispy paleo vegan pizza yumminess!
The Ultimate Chocolate Avocado Cake with Thick Luscious Frosting
Refined sugar-free, paleo, and full of rich chocolate flavor!
Gluten Free Stretchy Queso Dip (Mexican Cheese Dip)
For the cheese-lovers.
The Trinity Roux™: A Grain Free, Paleo, and Gluten Free Roux
A gluten-free, cajun spin on a classic roux.
The Ultimate Angel Food Cake
Never miss out on an angel food cake fix with this tried and true gluten-free and dairy-free version.
Gluten Free Gingerbread House Recipe
No need to miss out on holiday festivities with this delightful gluten-free gingerbread house recipe.
Healthy Muffins for Kids (paleo, vegan, gluten-free) - Texanerin Baking
Paleo, gluten-free, vegan muffins packed with banana and sweet potato for a healthy twist.
Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls
Never miss out with this gluten-free take on classic cinnamon roll goodness!
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Daniela Modesto says
I'm loving all these recipes but the Naan has got to be my fave! 🙂
Raia says
These all look delicious! I can't wait to work my way down the list. 🙂