Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (2024)

Planning for a gluten free Christmas dinner? Check out these 53 Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas! Lots of healthy options.

The holidays will be here before you know it!

I love planning my holiday menu, but I know not everyone shares my joy. It can be complicated, especially when you are dealing with food allergies and sensitivities.

To help make things a little easier, I've rounded up 53 Gluten-Free Recipes for Christmas from some of my favorite bloggers!

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53 Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas

Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes for Christmas

Blueberry Quinoa Pancakes

Kids and adults alike will love these Blueberry Pancakes. No need to tell anyone they have a secret healthy ingredient. (This is my favorite way to get my kids eating quinoa!)Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (3)

This healthy breakfast casserole is not only easy to make ahead, it is a beautiful addition to your holiday breakfast table.

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Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserolefrom Allergy Free Alaska

I love having options with recipes so I can customize it to my crowd! This breakfast casserole gives you the option of a glaze, streusel or nut-like topping. The only challenging? Picking one. They all sound good.

Hash Brown and Quinoa Casserole

This cheesy delicious casserole is a crowd pleaser. You can even make it vegan with vegan cheese and chorizo.

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Quinoa English Muffins

No one is going to miss the gluten with these light and fluffy Quinoa English Muffins. My kids literally cheer when I make these.

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Gluten Free Drinks for Christmas

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Healthy Mint Chocolate Smoothie from Seasonal Cravings

Resist the urge to have that last piece of pie for breakfast and reach for this Healthy Mint Chocolate Smoothie instead. It is like dessert in a glass...and good for you.

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Mulled Wine from Little Sunny Kitchen

This soul warming drink is a fabulous way to get in the spirit! (And also a great way to stretch your wine budget.)

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Mexican Hot Chocolate from Create Mindfully

Around our house, it isn't Christmas without hot chocolate. This Mexican Hot Chocolate looks and sounds amazing! (And it is vegan.)Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (10)

This Vegan Nogfrom Create Mindfully

This one proves that you don't need animal products to make a delicious drink! I love the addition of full fat coconut milk to give an extra luxurious taste!

Gluten Free Appetizer & Soup Recipes for Christmas

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Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions and Bacon from Jennifer Banz

Anything with brie is a winner in my book. But brie with caramelized onions and bacon? I'm not sure it gets any better.

These fun rolls make a delicious appetizer or side. You can make them up ahead of time and wait to bake them until just before serving.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (13)

Baked Camembert with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Red Pepper Jelly from Living Lou

I am all about any cheesy appetizer, but adding sun dried tomatoes and red pepper jelly? Now you are speaking my language.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (14)

Low Carb Shrimp Dip from Kayln's Kitchen

This low-carb dip is one of those recipes you will find yourself making over and over! It is sure to be a crowd pleaser on your holiday table.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (15)

Slow Cooker Caramelized Squash Soup from Personally Paleo

I love making soup in the slow cooker, and this Caramelized Squash Soup looks so amazing!

Quinoa Apple Cheddar Soup

This soup is an unusual but delicious addition to your holiday table!

Gluten Free Main Course Recipes for Christmas

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Whole Roasted Tandoori Chicken from Happy & Harried

I am a big fan of mixing things up on my holiday table, and this Whole Roasted Tandoori Chicken looks like the perfect way to do it. This may be one of the most beautiful chickens that I've ever seen.

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Herb Crusted Beef Roast with Red Wine Gravy from Allergy Free Alaska

A-MAZ-ing. I seriously need this Herb Crusted Beef Roast in my life. Plus, when you cook with wine the cook always gets a bonus. #HolidayRules

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Easy Baked Sirloin with Garlic Rub From Beauty & The Foodie

You guys know how I feel about garlic, so it is no surprise that I like this recipe. It is simple and delicious, which is perfection in my book.
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Slow Cooker Cornish Game Hens from What a Girl Eats

Christmas in the slow cooker? Count me in! This recipe is perfect for those years when you have a small crowd.

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Pork Shank and Meatball Stew from The Healthy Foodie

Going casual this year? This Pork Shank and Meatball Stew is just perfect!

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Gluten Free Side Dish & Casserole Recipes for Christmas

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Lentil Cranberry Saffron Rice from The Delicious Crescent

This beautiful dish is not only nutritious, but it is also backed with flavor. A fantastic way to mix things up for the holidays.

Turmeric Quinoa with Pomegranates and Walnuts

This vegan quinoa salad is healthy and delicious! A colorful and unexpected addition to your holiday table.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (25)

Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots from Dinner at the Zoo

I love the sweet and savory combination in these Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots. This is one even the kids will love.

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

This Roasted Sweet Potato Salad is a great make ahead salad that is perfect for this time of year.

Cranberry and Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash makes a great hearty side dish or vegetarian main course!Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (28)

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Bacon Gravy from Wyld Flour

This is one I MUST try! If you like your Sweet Potatoes savory, and I'm not sure it gets much better than this.

Pomegranate Quinoa Salad

Add a little red and green to your holiday table with this Pomegranate Quinoa Salad!

Quinoa Broccoli Casserole

This casserole is a great make ahead casserole that even the biggest quinoa skeptics will love.

Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole

This reader favorite is sure to be a hit at your Christmas celebration! You can assemble it a day ahead and then bake before serving.

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Green Beans with Garlic, Walnuts & Shallots from Happy and Harried

This delicious vegetable side is ready in just 15 minutes!

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Sweet Potato Casserole from Contentedness Cooking

This healthy twist on sweet potato casserole is not only gluten free - it is also vegan! Bonus points: Just 6 ingredients.

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Easy Cheesy Loaded Cauliflower Casserole from Wholesome Yum

Another fabulous low carb recipe for Christmas is this Easy Cheesy Loaded Cauliflower Casserole. I've made this one, and it is a winner.

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Blistered Green Beans from Two Healthy Kitchens

This four ingredient recipe is the perfect example of how simple can taste delicious!

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Cheesy Kale Mashed Potatoes from Taste and See

Kale is a colorful (and healthy!) addition to these Cheesy Mashed Potatoes. The perfect blend of healthy and indulgent.

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Cauliflower with Asiago Cheese and Golden Raisins from Taste and See

Looking for something a little different? Try this Cauliflower with Asiago Cheese and Golden Raisins. With just a handful of ingredients, this easy side will wow your guests.

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Harvest Wild Rice Salad from Girl Heart Food

Gluten Free Dessert Recipes for Christmas

Pumpkin Flan

This is such a fun seasonal twist on a classic dessert. This Pumpkin Flan is sure to wow!

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Flourless Chocolate Truffle Cake from What the Fork

This rich and decadent dessert is a chocolate lovers dream!

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Cinnamon Roll Cookies from Joy Filled Eats

These sugar free cookies are made with almond flour and coconut flour. I have to try these because Cinnamon Rolls are my favorite!

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Coconut Bliss Balls from Cinnamon and Coriander

These guilt-free Coconut Bliss Balls are sugar free and vegan! They are a great holiday snack and also fantastic as a gift.

Coconut Cream Quinoa Tartletts

This vegan dessert is rich and luscious! Only you will know there is quinoa in the crust.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (44)

Gluten Free Vegan Gingerbread Cookies from Rhians Recipes

You can't celebrate the holidays with kids without gingerbread cookies! These Gluten Free Vegan Gingerbread Cookies are perfect when you have little ones with food allergies.Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (45)

Coconut Protein Bounty Balls from One Clever Chef

With just six ingredients, these Coconut Protein Bounty Balls are an easy to make holiday snack. They are vegan, flourless, paleo and sugar free!

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Salted Caramel Pecan Cookies from The Movement Menu

These Salted Caramel Pecan Cookies are soft and chewy! They are dairy free and even have a boost of collagen!Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (47)

Gingerbread Almond Joy Bites from Contentedness Cooking

These festive energy bites have just 6 ingredients and come together in two easy steps!Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (48)

Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blossoms from What the Fork

Peanut Butter Blossoms are a favorite of mine from childhood. This gluten free version is deliciously perfect.

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Sugar Free Low Carb Peanut Butter Cookies from Wholesome Yum

These cookies have just six ingredients and you won't find flour among them. The perfect low carb cookie.

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No Bake Gingerbread Date Balls from Two Healthy Kitchens

Not only are these delicious date balls easy to make, but they can be made ahead and frozen. Perfect for gifts and holiday cookie plates!

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Raw Vegan Fruit Cake from A Virtual Vegan

I grew up with a Grandmother who make fruit cake that was delicious, and I can't wait to try this update! I am guessing it is better than the original.

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Paleo Pecan Pie from The Healthy Foodie

This healthier take on a pecan pie is one that won't leave you feeling like you are missing out on anything!

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Cardamom Chickpea Cookies from The Delicious Crescent

This is my kind of cookie! I love serving up a little something different, and these festive cookies look amazing.

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Gluten Free Recipes for Christmas (2024)

FAQs

What foods do gluten-free people miss? ›

Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. This includes white or whole-wheat flour (including cookies, crackers, cakes, and most other baked goods), semolina, couscous, bread crumbs, most pastas, and malt.

What can I cook for gluten-free guests? ›

Gluten Free Dinner Recipes
  • Gluten-Free Glazed Meatloaf.
  • Gluten-Free Hearty Chicken Pot Pie.
  • Gluten-Free Chicken and Dumplings.
  • Orange-Glazed Roast Turkey with Gluten-Free Cranberry-Orange Stuffing.
  • Baked Autumn Vegetables.
  • Grilled Chipotle Turkey Breast.
  • Cauliflower Mashed "Potatoes"
  • Gluten-Free Broccoli and Squash Medley.

Which Christmas chocolates are gluten-free? ›

This is the list of festive chocolates from Cadbury's that are gluten free:
  • Snow bites- 100g.
  • Milk Chocolate Tree Decorations (bag 55g and blister 83g)
  • Milk Chocolate Carmel Tree Decorations – 144g.
  • Milk Chocolate Snowman- 100g.
  • Wishes Star and the Wishes Star Gift set.
  • Dairy Milk tube- 132g.

What foods are surprisingly gluten-free? ›

Treats that are surprisingly gluten-free
  • Plain tortilla or potato chips: Keep in mind that seasoned chips may contain wheat starch.
  • Plain chocolate: Read ingredients as some chocolate bars contain wheat-based wafers.
  • Ice cream: Vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are safe bets. ...
  • French fries: Potatoes are gluten free.
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What is the most popular gluten-free food? ›

What are common gluten-free foods?
  • Non-processed meats and fish.
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Nuts.
  • Beans and legumes.
  • Grains like rice and corn.
  • Most cheese and dairy.
  • Eggs.
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What do gluten-free people like to eat? ›

Many naturally gluten-free foods can be a part of a healthy diet:
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What do gluten-free people eat instead of bread? ›

Most of these alternatives are entirely gluten-free, and many are also low-carb.
  • Rye bread. Share on Pinterest Rye bread is rich in fiber. ...
  • Sourdough bread. ...
  • Corn tortillas. ...
  • Gluten-free bread. ...
  • Gluten-free multiseed bread. ...
  • Sprouted bread. ...
  • Lettuce and leafy greens. ...
  • Sweet potatoes.

Are M&Ms gluten-free? ›

So are M&M's gluten-free in the U.S.? Yes, M&M's made in America are generally considered gluten-free, except for flavors like pretzel and crispy M&M's, which contain wheat. Most U.S.-made M&M's are manufactured using milk chocolate, skim milk, cocoa butter, lactose, soy lecithin, and other gluten-free ingredients.

What Hershey bars are gluten-free? ›

Hershey's Chocolate

Hershey's makes many different chocolate bars but only considers two of them to be gluten-free to 20 parts per million or less: its plain milk chocolate bar (only in the 1.55 oz. size) and its milk chocolate with almonds bar (only in the 1.45 oz. size).

What can I serve gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

Which disease is gluten-free for people? ›

Celiac disease is an illness caused by an immune reaction to eating gluten. Gluten is a protein found in foods containing wheat, barley or rye. If you have celiac disease, eating gluten triggers an immune response to the gluten protein in your small intestine.

What do gluten-free people not eat? ›

If you have coeliac disease, do not eat the following foods, unless they're labelled as gluten-free versions:
  • bread.
  • pasta.
  • cereals.
  • biscuits or crackers.
  • cakes and pastries.
  • pies.
  • gravies and sauces.

What is missing in gluten-free food? ›

A typical gluten-free diet tends to be high in processed foods and low in healthy whole grains and fiber. Dietary fiber includes the parts of plant foods that your body can't digest or absorb. There are two types of fiber: insoluble and soluble.

What foods are omitted from a gluten-free diet? ›

Grains not allowed
  • Wheat.
  • Barley.
  • Rye.
  • Triticale — a cross between wheat and rye.
  • Oats, in some cases.

What do gluten-free people lack? ›

But what about vitamin toxicities in a gluten-free dieter? Why would this happen? Vitamin D, iron, B vitamins, calcium, zinc, copper, and vitamins A, E, and K. are often low on a gluten-free diet.

What foods do you avoid if you are gluten-free? ›

Foods containing gluten (not safe to eat)
  • bread.
  • pasta.
  • cereals.
  • biscuits or crackers.
  • cakes and pastries.
  • pies.
  • gravies and sauces.

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