Dont get us wrong.

Thedifferent flours and starchesyou find in recipes for gluten-free baked goods can all play important roles.

And sometimes you do genuinelyneedfour or five types combined to get just the texture and flavor youre looking for.

Lindsay Cotter via Cotter CrunchSliced quick bread with roasted black fig pieces

Lindsay Cotter viaCotter Crunch

But sometimes…you dont.

Which is so (so!)

great if you dont makegluten-free goodiesvery often, or dont feel like splurging on a ton of specialty ingredients.

Pancakes on plate with blueberries and syrup

Thats the beauty of these scrumptious almond flour recipes.

Yes, almond flour is the star in all of these baked goods.

Were not hardcore almond purists here.)

Blueberry scones on parchment baking sheet

And if youdowant to go all almond flour, all day?

Well, heres your permission.

Blueberry Gluten-Free SconesfromMinimalist Baker

Scone it to me!

Flourless chocolate cake dusted with cocoa powder

Bust it out for a special occasion and prepare for all the oohs and aahs.

Keto Almond Flour WafflesfromDr.

Whipped cream topping optional, but not really.

Belgian waffle with whipped cream and side of bacon

Gluten-Free Funfetti CookiesfromLexis Clean Living

Dont these birthday cake-inspired cookies look so soft and chewy?

you’re free to thank the almond flour (plus some tapioca flour) for that.

Frosted Vegan Pumpkin CookiesfromEat With Clarity

Fall dreams, baby!

Overhead shot of giant chocolate chip cookie

In case you have any leftovers, thesefreezelike a dream.

The addition of flaxseed acts as a binder that only amps up the nutty flavor and texture.

So theyre really great for taking on your annual fall hike or apple-picking expedition.

Overheat shot of sugar cookies with sprinkles

Or just having for an afternoon snack!

Almond Flour Banana BreadfromWell Plated

There are so, so many ways to do banana bread.

Oh, and theyre vegan!

Lemon bar squares topped with powdered sugar

Dont skip the cream cheese frosting, which gets an extra tangy bite from the addition of Greekyogurt.

(Adding the optional cinnamon will make it more treatlike.)

Easy Vegan Vanilla CupcakesfromMinimalist Baker

Literally no one would say no to these perfect plant-based cupcakes.

Overhead shot of frosted pumpkin cookies

The almond flour base gets an awesome boost from potato starch and cornstarch for a light, fluffy texture.

The only downside: Deciding which of the suggested frostings to use.

Healthy Almond Flour BrowniesfromEat With Clarity

A good brownie can turn your whole day around.

Sliced cinnamon quick bread on a white platter

Youll be so glad you did.

Plate of square crackers with dip

Overhead shot of trail mix cookies on parchment

Sliced banana bread with chocolate drizzle

Unwrapped blueberry muffin on white background

Sliced quick bread with roasted black fig pieces

Plate of pancakes with yogurt and banana topping

Overhead shot of chocolate chip muffins on white

Slice of frosted carrot cake on blue plate

Sliced quick bread with almond butter

Overhead shot of frosted vanilla cupcakes with sprinkles

Brownies with chocolate chips on white background