For many families, the shift to a gluten-free lifestyle starts with health—but quickly turns into a struggle to find recipes everyone wants to eat. Dry textures, complicated ingredients, and poor flavors disappoint. The good news? Better options exist—and they’re easier than you think.
What was once considered a niche dietary choice is now mainstream. According to Grand View Research projections, the U.S. gluten-free market is expected to grow at a 9.7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2025 to 2030.
But while more gluten-free options are showing up in stores and restaurants, it's the day-to-day home cooking that often feels hardest. That's where a bit of support—from those who've been there—can make all the difference.
Professionals who focus on gluten-free nutrition often come back to the same two things: keep it simple and make it taste good.
Danielle Fahrenkrug, a certified Health and Nutrition Life Coach and founder of Delightful Mom Food, knows this firsthand. She's spent years blending her professional background with the kind of cooking families actually do—real ingredients, real messes, real kids at the table.
"I take family-favorite traditional recipes and make them healthier without skimping on flavor," Fahrenkrug says. "Each one is tested by my kids and husband before I ever share it."
This mother of four has seen her work featured in BuzzFeed, Delish, and the Chicago Tribune—but what truly makes it special is how approachable and doable it is. Her goal is simple: help families enjoy food again, even with dietary restrictions in the mix.
Whether you're just starting out with gluten-free cooking or you've been at it a while but still feel stuck, having resources that truly understand the rhythm of family life can be a game-changer.
Some recipe creators, like Fahrenkrug, offer collections built around real needs: lunchbox snacks, weeknight dinners, quick desserts that don't need a trip to five specialty stores. They're made to fit into real kitchens—yours included.
And for parents managing dietary restrictions for little ones? You're not alone. The right recipes can help mealtime feel less like a battle and more like a win—for everyone at the table.
Going gluten-free doesn't mean giving up joy in the kitchen. It doesn't mean complicated substitutions or endless second-guessing either. With a bit of guidance from those who've walked this path, it really can get easier.
For families looking to expand their go-to meal list, through platforms like Delightful Mom Food—offering guidance and gentle encouragement across snacks, dinners, and even gluten-free desserts.
