Coeliac by Design


Welcome to my YouTube channel!
I'm a trained cook, gluten free food writer and coeliac chatterbox. I share great gluten free recipes and snippets of my gluten free life. Whilst I'd like to be on here a little more, other commitments and wanting to spend as much time as possible with my precious people, keeps me rather busy. So for now, I'll pop on as and when I can to bring you fresh content. In the meantime, don't hesitate to get in touch should you have any gluten free questions. It makes me happy being able to help!
Liz x

Coeliac by Design
I'm over the moon to share this step by step recipe for these DELICIOUS gluten free strawberry tarts. I'm SO happy with how these tarts turned out - and the most important thing is they taste incredible!! For years now, I've been wanting to share a recipe for gluten free strawberry tarts, either on my blog or here on YouTube. So as you can Imagine, I'm THRILLED that I've finally done it!! I'm also rather giddy about the thought of you making and eating them!! 💫 PLEASE CHECK THE RECIPE BELOW FOR THE CORRECT INGREDIENT QUANTITIES, as in the video I mistakenly said 200g instead of 220g of gluten free plain flour...sorry!! 💫 INGREDIENTS needed to make 12 extremely yummy GF strawberry tarts (any ingredient marked with a * needs double checking to ensure suitable for a gluten free diet) For the gluten free sweet pastry 220g gluten free plain flour (a little extra for rolling out) 100g unsalted butter, cubed and chilled 50g *icing sugar 15g *ground almonds ¼ teaspoon salt 1 large beaten egg For the cream filling 400ml fresh whipping cream (use double cream if you prefer) 1 teaspoon *vanilla extract 1 tablespoon *icing sugar To finish 12 medium sized strawberries, washed and stalk removed 3-4 tablespoons of a great quality strawberry jam (Bonne Maman is an absolute cracker!) METHOD Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4/160C Fan. Grease a 12 hole muffin tray with butter. Secure strips of greaseproof paper, as I did in the video Sift gluten free flour and icing sugar into a large mixing bowl. Add the ground almonds and salt. Stir through with a fork to combine. Add the cubed butter and rub into the flour mixture. Pour in the beaten egg and stir through with a fork. With clean hands bring the pastry together. Transfer onto a clean work surface that has been lightly dusted with gluten free flour and knead for a few minutes until the pastry changes texture and becomes nice and smooth. Divide the pastry into two. Roll out the first piece of pastry, and then using a 9cm pastry cutter, cut out discs of pastry to line the prepared tin. Repeat with the second piece. Scrunch together any pastry scraps and roll out again until you've all the discs you need (use up any leftover pastry to line a flan dish for a later date or maybe make a few jam tarts or whatever grabs you). Use a fork to prick the base of each pastry case, before popping a paper case into each one and adding a few baking beans or *dried peas. Bake for 15 minutes and then remove the paper cases and beans and bake for a further 5 minutes until the pastry cases are a light golden brown. Remove them from the oven and transfer each pastry case onto a cooling rack to cool completely. To make the strawberry sauce, gently heat the jam (with 1 dessertspoon of cold water stirred through) in a saucepan until the jam becomes runny. Pass the jam through a sieve and then set to one side to cool. Pour the whipping cream into a large mixing bowl, add a tablespoon of icing sugar. Using an electric hand whisk or stand mixer, whisk until the cream thickens slightly. Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue to whisk until the cream thickens and soft peaks can be formed. Transfer the cream into a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle, if using. Place the pastry cases onto a serving plate and pipe a swirl of cream into each one (use a spoon instead if you like). Decorate the tarts with fresh strawberries and finish with a drizzle of strawberry sauce. If not being eaten straight away, store the tarts in the fridge for safe keeping. Best enjoyed within 24 hours. Thanks as always for watching and subscribing to my channel. Don't forget to get in touch if you have any questions or if you want to let me know how you got on with a gluten free recipe I've shared. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
How to make DELICIOUS gluten free strawberry tarts
Hope this video has tempted you into wanting to make this absolutely DELICIOUS soft sponge, gluten free lemon surprise pudding. Here's the full written recipe link if you'd like to give it a go https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-lemon-surprise-pudding/ Do give me a shout if you have any questions about this recipe or anything else I share. It's always good to hear from you! Thanks as always for watching and supporting my channel. Can't tell you the thrill it gives me knowing that someone has liked what I've shared enough, to want to subscribe to my channel. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Gluten free lemon surprise pudding - Easy to make and SO delicious!
I thought it would be really good to start sharing with you some of the delicious gluten free foods that I love tucking into. And a great place to start, is with these M&S deliciously soft, perfectly spiced, gluten free hot cross buns!! I'm such a huge fan of them. I love them toasted, but as they're so soft they can be enjoyed straight from the pack. I forgot to mention in the video, I'm also partial to adding a slice of mature cheddar to my toasted hot cross bun before sandwiching it back together. Should you fancy making a gluten free bread and butter pudding with your hot cross buns I have a great recipe for one over on my website. Here's the link https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-brioche-bread-and-butter-pudding/ Thanks as always for watching, hoping to add lots more videos to my 'Lizzy LOVES...' section. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
M&S gluten free hot cross buns… they’re yummy!
Some things are just TOO good not to share and these DELICIOUS, easy to make, gluten free chocolate brownies certainly fall into this category! I was rather late to the 'homemade brownie party', but my head was certainly turned after trying them for the first time, and I knew I had to share a recipe for them on my blog. The original brownie recipe I used came from the BBC good food website, and like so many standard recipes it works perfectly when made gluten free. As promised here's the link for the full written recipe, which is over on my blog https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-chocolate-brownies/ Please do give me a shout if you have any questions. As always, thanks for watching, and I do hope you enjoy these homemade gluten free brownies! For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Delicious gluten free chocolate brownies
These homemade oven chips are a teatime staple in our house. We LOVE them with gluten free pies, stews, fried egg & beans, curries etc. I dithered whether to share this video, as I felt it may be something too everyday, but my method of thinking, is that if one person makes something I share, and they enjoy it, my job is done! As I mentioned in the video, I like to make my chips with King Edward potatoes. If you can't get your hand on this particular variety of potatoes, then I'd suggest using any floury potato of your choice. I peel my potatoes, but of course you don't have too. Potato skin is a great source of fibre! I use vegetable oil to cook my chips, and love the results, but again if you'd to prefer something else then go for it. If you have any questions then do give me a shout. Thanks as always for watching! For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Homemade oven chips - Easy to make and DELICIOUS!
Couldn't resist sharing with you how I make this really simple, DELICIOUS gluten free plum sponge pudding. I'm sharing with you how I make the sponge pudding with plums, however you can use any fruit you. I also have a recipe on my blog for an Eve's pudding with blackberries. Here's the link, should you fancy checking it out https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-eves-pudding-with-blackberries-and-apples/ As promised here's the written recipe... enjoy won't you! INGREDIENTS For the fruit filing 10-12 plums, washed and stones removed Granulated sugar to taste (caster sugar is fine if that's all you have available) For the sponge topping 110g gluten free self-raising flour 110g softened butter 110g caster sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon gluten free vanilla extract or paste Additional caster sugar to sprinkle over the sponge before baking METHOD Put the prepared plums into a pan, add a tablespoon of sugar, and a good splash of cold water, approximately ¼ cupful. Place the pan on the heat and allow the water to come to a boil, then immediately reduce to a simmer. Place a lid on the pan and allow the plums to gently stew for 5-10 minutes. Once the plums have softened sweeten to taste. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the plums into a suitable ovenproof dish (the one I used measured 8 inch round and is 2 inch deep). Don't remove all the syrup from the plums a nice amount of syrup under the sponge does work well. Leave the plums to cool for at least 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4/160C Fan Whilst the plums are cooling, it's a great time to get on and make the sponge: Add all the ingredients for the sponge topping to a mixing bow. Whisk with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes pale and creamy. Spoon the sponge evenly over the cooled plums and gently spread out - a spatula or palette knife is perfect for this job! Sprinkle over a little caster sugar, before slipping the sponge pudding into the oven to bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden and the sponge is fully baked. Slip a knife into the centre of the pudding, just to double check the sponge is nice and fluffy beneath the surface. Remove the sponge from the oven. Leave to rest for 5-10 minutes before tucking in! RECIPE NOTES AND SUGGESTIONS: Plum sponge pudding is at its best on the same day it's made. However, it can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days. The baked pudding can also be frozen. If you only have gluten free plain/all purpose flour on hand, then add 1 teaspoon of gluten free baking powder. If your gluten free flour doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum then add ¼ teaspoon of GF xanthan gum to the sponge mixture. Gluten free custard is my ideal pairing for this plum sponge pudding; however, it would be delicious too with fresh cream, cream fresh or a great GF vanilla ice cream. Thanks as always for watching the videos I share and visiting my blog. Please do give me a shout if you have any questions. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Delicious gluten free plum sponge pudding - Easy to make
Hi, back again with a lovely simple gluten free lemon cake recipe! This soft sponge lemon cake, is a perfect easy to make midweek bake. It can also be quickly jazzed up with other delicious GF bits and bobs to make it a little more fancy, should you wish. Here's the link for the full written recipe which is over on my blog https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/simple-gluten-free-lemon-cake/ Thanks as always for watching the videos I share and visiting my blog. Please do give me a shout if you have any questions. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Simple gluten free lemon cake | Easy recipe
Sorry I'm a little late with this video of me icing our gluten free Christmas cake. I had hoped to get it out there much sooner, but as always the run up to Christmas has been bonkers!! At least I'm early for next year ☺️ I forgot to mention in the video, that it's best to allow the marzipan to dry out for at least two days before icing your cake. This will prevent any oil from the marzipan seeping through and discolouring the icing. Another thing, is that if you're using the pasteurised egg from the carton and you accidentally add too much icing sugar, just add a drop more egg white to loosen the icing up again. Here's the link for the written Royal icing recipe that's over on my blog https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-christmas-cake-decorated-with-homemade-marzipan-and-royal-icing/ please do give me a shout if you have any questions. Thanks for watching the videos I share and for visiting my blog. It means so much. Hope the festive season brings you peace and joy, and 2025 is a happy and healthy one for you and your precious people. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Gluten free Christmas cake decorated with Royal icing
Couldn't resist sharing with you this lovely ginger spiced cake recipe. It's my current go to bake when our cake tin is empty. It's quick and easy to make and quite simply delicious! Enjoy sliced and spread with butter or top with glacé icing and a flurry of chopped fiery crystallised ginger to jazz it up a little. The full recipe for this warming ginger spiced cake is over on my blog. Here's the link https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-ginger-spiced-cake/ I mentioned in the video about Haagan-Dazs vanilla ice cream (sold in the UK) currently being gluten free. Just a heads up, not all flavours of Haagan-Dazs is gluten free, so do double check to ensure good to go before tucking in!! Thanks as always for watching my videos and visiting my blog. But most importantly, being inspired to give the recipes I share a go. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Gluten free ginger spiced cake
Sharing with you a selection of gluten free goodies that I recently picked up whilst in my local Tesco Extra store. Some of the things I’ve tried before and others I’m VERY eager to tuck into! Sorry, but most of the products I'm showing you are only available in the UK. Should you fancy adding dried fruit or nuts to the extremely yummy gluten free fibre flakes, do double check that they’re suitable for a gluten free diet, as on occasions packs display 'may contain wheat/gluten' warnings due to manufacturing processes. I mentioned about making Theo Randalls beef ragu to go with the gluten free rigatoni. Here's the recipe link should you fancy giving it a go https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/ragu_49191 I also mentioned about using the recipe Laura from My gluten free guide suggests for orzo. Here's the link for Laura's blog should you fancy checking her fab work out and hunting out the recipe https://www.mygfguide.com And finally, here's the recipe link for a truly glorious homemade gluten free steamed syrup sponge! The original recipe came from Nigella Lawson and it's an absolute cracker!! https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-steamed-syrup-sponge/ As always thanks for watching, and subscribing to my YouTube channel and blog. Your support makes what I do, so worthwhile. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Gluten free goodies from Tesco
EXCITED to share with you how I go about making a gluten free Christmas cake!! This is a CRACKING recipe and is nice and easy to make too! If you've always wanted to make your own gluten free Christmas cake, but felt it may be too tricky or time consuming, I hope that after watching this video you're convinced otherwise and inspired to give one a go. As I mentioned the original Christmas cake recipe I worked with came from Delia Smith, and as with most standard cake recipes it worked splendidly when made gluten free. The full recipe is over on my blog (along with other posts that suggest how you may like to decorate your Christmas cake). Here's the links: https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-christmas-cake/ https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-christmas-cake-decorated-with-homemade-marzipan-and-royal-icing/ https://www.coeliacbydesign.com/gluten-free-christmas-cake-decorated-with-fondant-icing/ I hope you enjoy popping together your gluten free Christmas cake and love it as much as I do. Please give me a shout if you have any questions about this recipe, anything I share or general stuff about gluten free life. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel. It means so much. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Gluten free Christmas cake - Delicious and easy to make!
Who doesn't love a delicious crunchy, flavoursome toastie? Not only are they SO tasty, they're also the perfect thing to rustle up when you're a little short of time! All you need to make a scrummy gluten free toastie, is your favourite gluten free bread, a great cheese and butter. And, If you don't have a griddle pan you could use a frying pan instead. On this occasion I used Promise gluten free white bread, and although my toastie was yummy, I feel that a thicker slice of bread would have been even better. Promise gluten free sourdough bread would be just the ticket!! Thanks as always for watching my videos, subscribing to my channel and for giving the things I share a go (that's the MOST important bit). As always if you have any questions, give me a shout. For now, Liz x Email - liz@coeliacbydesign.com My blog - https://www.coeliacbydesign.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coeliacbydesign/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coeliacbydesign/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/coeliacbydesign/
Delicious gluten free cheese toastie - A proper tasty lunch or supper idea
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