Sure, special diets require a watchful eye, but that doesn't mean the kids need to give up on baked goods and sweets. Try these dairy-, wheat-, egg-, and nut-free recipes and ingredient substitutions for a perfect indulgence during snack time or class parties.

Combine banana chips, raisins, coconut flakes, and pumpkin seeds for a healthy snack.

These chocolate cupcakes -- made without any milk, eggs, or nuts -- are sure to be a classroom crowd-pleaser.

Try this old-fashioned cake, which works equally well as a low-key or special-occasion treat for little ones.

These irresistible brownies are wheat-, gluten-, dairy-, casein-, and egg-free chocolaty goodness.

These easy-to-make bars are perfect for a snack on the go.

Kids -- and parents -- will love these cute, sweet, and allergy-friendly cookies.

No eggs? No problem. Even discerning eaters won't be able to taste the difference between these treats and traditional oatmeal cookies.

The gluten-free flours used in this recipe yield delicate results.

Pair everyone's favorite allegen-free chocolate chip cookies with frosting to create delicious cookie sandwiches.

These chewy cookies are gluten-free -- great for people with celiac disease or a wheat allergy.

Try a slice on its own or spread with your favorite topping.

A handy guide of recommended sources for allergen-free ingredients, candies, and additional reading.

Where to Find Gluten-Free Ingredients

• Cream Hill Estates Lara Rolled Oats (More Info | Buy)
• Enjoy Life Foods Crunchy Rice (More Info | Buy)
• Gluten-Free Oats (More Info | Buy)
• Nonuttin' Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• Only Oats

Where to Find Allergen-Free Candy

Please consult the manufacturer's website or packaging for a complete list of all ingredients and manufacturing procedures.

• Divvies
• Enjoy Life
• Gimbal's Fine Candies
• Vermont Nut Free Chocolate
• Spangler Candy

Food Allergy Books and Bookmarks

• "One of the Gang: Nurturing the Souls of Children with Food Allergies"
• Allergy Moms
• Celiac Disease Foundation
• Clinical Trials
• Food Allergy Initiative
• Food Allergy Mama
• "The Food Allergy Mama's Baking Book"
• Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
• MedicAlert

Cybele Pascal, author of "The Allergen-Free Baker's Handbook," shares her top allergen-free ingredient replacements.

Baker Erin McKenna, of New York's BabyCakes bakery, reveals her secret allergen-free baking ingredients.