11 Easy Paleo Desserts

Looking for paleo desserts that are actually easy to make? Here are 11 of my favorites, from quick weeknight options to make-ahead ideas, all built on simple, wholesome ingredients.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient to make sure it contains no grains, legumes, dairy or refined sugar, using swaps like almond flour, coconut milk and coconut sugar instead.

At a Glance

  • 11 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 35 minutes
  • 2 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Chocolate Mug Cake (gluten-free, paleo) in 4 minutes
  • Calories: about 115 to 485 per serving

Paleo Desserts

1
A moist paleo chocolate mug cake in a white ceramic mug with a spoon
Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake
Ready in 4 minutes · 375 calories per serving.
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2
A close up shot of glossy, dark vegan paleo chocolate frosting being piped onto a cupcake.
Vegan Paleo Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Ready in 10 minutes · 195 calories per serving.
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3
A stack of soft chocolate chip tahini cookies with melted dark chocolate and flaky sea salt on top.
Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Ready in 27 minutes · 175 calories per serving.
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4
A tray of dark chocolate-dipped coconut macaroons on parchment paper.
Paleo Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
Ready in 30 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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5
A close up shot of golden paleo thumbprint cookies filled with bright yellow lemon curd on a white plate.
Paleo Lemon Curd Thumbprint Cookies
Ready in 32 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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6
Moist Paleo chocolate cupcakes topped with fresh berries on a white plate
Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes
Ready in 35 minutes · 215 calories per serving.
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7
A tray of sliced fudgy sweet potato brownies topped with melted chocolate chips.
Sweet Potato Brownies
Ready in 45 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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8
A layered pomegranate panna cotta in a glass jar with fresh arils on top.
Pomegranate Panna Cotta (Dairy-Free, Paleo)
Ready in 265 minutes · 232 calories per serving.
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9
Creamy white coconut panna cotta topped with a vibrant red berry sauce in a glass ramekin.
Berry Coconut Panna Cotta (Dairy-Free, Paleo)
Ready in 265 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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10
A rich dark chocolate truffle tart with a grain-free crust on a wooden serving board.
Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Chocolate Truffle Tart
Ready in 295 minutes · 485 calories per serving.
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11
A scoop of creamy pink roasted cherry cardamom ice cream in a white bowl with fresh cherries.
Roasted Cherry Cardamom Ice Cream (Paleo, Vegan, Dairy-Free)
Ready in 775 minutes · 400 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really paleo?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Portions and brands vary, so check the details on each recipe card.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Chocolate Mug Cake (gluten-free, paleo) is the fastest, ready in about 4 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 115 to 485 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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