# Gluten-Free Ombre Cookies Hold Your Own Italian Feast with These Gluten-Free Rainbow Cookies By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-05-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-cookies References: [foodrepublic](http://www.foodrepublic.com/2015/03/17/gluten-free-italian-rainbow-cookies-recipe) Taken from the 'Against the Grain' cookbook, these gluten-free rainbow cookies are a rather popular dessert. Additive-free, this recipe features a rather healthy ingredient list with goods such as coconut oil, almond paste and raspberry jam incorporated into the cooking process. The cookie's three layers of luscious color stems from the raspberry jam as well as food coloring. Though these rainbow cookies are a fan favorite, and a cooking project coveted by many, the preparation for this recipe is found difficult and best achieved by a rather skilled cook. These gluten-free rainbow cookies are the perfect dessert to bring to any upcoming [Italian feasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-rabbit-products). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gluten-free Recipes:** There is an opportunity for innovative recipes within the gluten-free space that still maintain a delicious taste and diverse texture, filling the gap for those with gluten intolerances. - **DIY Desserts:** Home cooking endeavors can be experience creatively by consumers willing to experiment, see new trends on social media and try unique flavor combinations. - **Healthy Baking Substitutes:** There is an increasing demand for healthier options that utilize almond paste and coconut oil as substitutes for traditional baking ingredients that can be more allergenic and less healthy. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Natural Ingredients:** The natural ingredients present in these cookies can be anchored into disruptive trends for an organic food industry that continues to grow rapidly. - **Bakery and Pastry:** Bakery and Pastry businesses looking into using healthy substitutes on traditional ingredients and innovative flavor combinations can create edible experiences that are profitable and on-trend. - **Food Delivery:** Capitalizing seasonal or holiday-themed recipe kits have a potential space for innovative food startups and established meal delivery services to branch out creatively and engage costumers with limited ingredients and cooking skills. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gluten-Free Iconic Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-sandwich-cookies.md) - [Whimsical Free-From Cookie Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-cookie-mixes.md) - [Upcycled Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chip-crispy-cookies.md) - [Soft-Baked Free-From Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-chip-cookies.md) - [Limited-Edition Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-cookie.md) - [Indulgent Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goji-berries-and-chocolate.md) - [Easy-to-Prepare Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-cookie-dough.md) - [Vegan Artistic Cookie Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artist-palette-sugar-cookie-kit.md) - [Festive Cream Cheese Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-cookie-cream-cheese.md)