Best Gluten-Free Baked Goods in Palm Springs

The Pastry Swan Bakery offers a casual setting to enjoy tasty desserts at its FIX, A Dessert House shop on El Paseo in Palm Desert. All of the impressive baked goods, from breads to cupcakes to sweet pastries, are baked from scratch each morning. For gluten-free picks, don't miss the Flourless Chocolate Cake. Beyond the desserts, you'll find FIX offers breakfast crepes, a lunch and dinner menu with items like sandwiches and pizza, as well as a full bar where you can spend the night pairing sweet treats with libations. You can grab a seat at the bar or sit outside to soak up the El Paseo vibe as you nosh on fresh flatbreads, cakes and cocktails at FIX.

If you're spending the day in downtown Palm Springs and looking to recharge over lunch, try this authentic New York-style diner just off of the main strip. Sherman's Deli and Bakery is a Palm Springs institution, beloved for its authentic New York fare and fresh baked pastries. Among the must-tries are the towering pastrami sandwich, the beef and latkes and matzo ball soup. If you have your puppy in tow, feel free to grab a seat on the patio. The friendly servers are ready to make suggestions if you have a hard time choosing between all of the delicious options. For gluten-free baked goods, you'll have plenty of cakes and cookies to choose from.

Sure, you'll find Native Foods Cafes sprinkled throughout health-conscious cities along the West Coast, but Palm Springs is actually where Native Foods Cafe first opened its doors in the early '90s. The menu is surprisingly hearty, and yes, completely vegetarian. Burgers, sandwiches, salads and soups appease both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike, whether you opt for the Super Italian Meatball Sub (made with seitan meatballs) or the Classic Deli Reuben, made with homemade sauerkraut and horseradish "cheese." You'll find nut-free, soy-free, gluten-free and wheat-free menus at Native Foods Cafe, too. When it comes to dessert, you'll find that all of the sweets at Native Foods Cafe are free of dairy, refined sugar and cholesterol (not to mention guilt!).

Got a sweet tooth? Then you're not going to want to miss the tasty treats that await you at Tiffany's Sweet Spot in La Quinta, where freshly baked cupcakes and cookies are frosted to order for the ultimate tasting experience. Two boards display the day's regular flavors and a fun variety of daily specials, which might include flavors like maple bacon, birthday cake or chile mango. The shop also occasionally sells special treats like macaroons and mini cheesecakes. For gluten-free baked goods, you can place a custom order for cupcakes, cookies, cheesecake or muffins. If it's a special celebration that's bringing you to the desert, you can always place an order with Tiffany's Sweet Spot for personalized treats that will create an unforgettable celebration.

Who says eating out can't be healthy? At Palm Greens Cafe, the organic, vegan and vegetarian selections will keep you on track with healthy lifestyle choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers something for everyone, including organic dishes with fish, chicken and turkey. Egg and tofu breakfast scrambles, quinoa salads and wraps stuffed with greens and veggies are just a few of the healthy choices you'll find throughout the day at Palm Greens Cafe. Between meals, you can pop into this South Palm Springs eatery for freshly squeezed juices and power smoothies with your choice of a vegan cookie or gluten-free brownie for a mid-day boost.

There's plenty of reasons to celebrate in Palm Springs, whether you're coming to town for a wedding, anniversary or holiday. When it comes time to pick the perfect cake for your Palm Springs party, you won't be disappointed with the custom creations from Exquisite Desserts in Palm Desert. From wedding and birthday cakes to holiday cookies, bite-size treats and chocolate-covered strawberries, Exquisite Desserts can create the perfect sweet treat for your whatever special occasion brings you to the desert. The dessert menu encompasses dozens of selections (eclairs, tartlets, macaroons, scones and tortes, to name a few), and the bakery can accommodate special dietary requests like gluten-free, sugar-free or vegan desserts.

What started as a summertime fundraiser for three siblings looking to raise a little cash has blossomed into one of the desert's top sandwich shops over the past 20 years. TKB, or The Kids Business, serves up loaded deli sandwiches and salads, in addition to a line of baked goods like cookies, muffins and scones. You can even order cookies and scones with no sugar or gluten added, if you have special dietary needs. As for sandwiches, you can try the Up in the Club (hot combination sandwich with olives, pepperocinis, cheese and Italian dressing) or the Mexican Meatloaf (homemade meatloaf with melted cheese and chipotle sauce). Custom creations are also welcome.

Did someone say cupcakes? At Over the Rainbow in Palm Springs, cupcake is always the word of the day. Whether you're looking for the perfectly picturesque cupcakes to make your celebration pop or the best flavor combinations for a tasty fiesta in your mouth, you'll discover that Over the Rainbow Cupcakes delivers on both fronts. Signature cupcake flavors include the Chocolate Miso Caramel Crunch, Chocolate Peanut Butter Salty Caramel, Maple Pancakes and Bacon, and Toasted Key Lime Coconut. Over the Rainbow Cupcakes also offers a full range of gluten-free desserts for custom orders (call ahead to see if any are available a la carte for day-of pickups). Different flavors are available each day of the week and are announced in advance on the Over the Rainbow Cupcakes website.

Founded on a farm-to-table principal before it became the latest restaurant trend, Luscious Lorraine's is committed to serving organic, wholesome foods while supporting sustainable agriculture. Executive Chef and owner Lorraine Ornelas draws menu inspiration from her own quarter-acre farm and local farmers' markets. With an emphasis on serving fresh and organic ingredients, Luscious Lorraine's specializes in wholesome breakfast and lunch options. The menu revolves around four S's: Smoothies, salads, soups and sandwiches. Among the popular options are "green drink," which is fresh kale, celery, cucumber, green apple and lemon juice, and the chicken wrap sandwich. You'll also find gluten-free baked goods such as cakes and brownies. Luscious Lorraine's is located inside Harvest Health Food Store, where you can buy fresh ingredients to recreate your Luscious Lorraine's experience.

Jumpstart the beginning to your Palm Springs getaway with a caffeinated breakfast at Koffi, a boutique coffee shop in downtown Palm Springs. Whether you need to get a few business matters out of the way, read the latest issue of your favorite magazine or catch up with friends, Koffi is the perfect place to settle in with a cup of quality coffee. The baristas behind the counter take their beans seriously, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a better brew in town. Grab a freshly baked banana muffin, flaky croissant or even an oversized cookie to balance your fresh roast.