Celebrating holidays can be hard when you’re gluten free. So many traditions feature foods we love, many of which you might now have to avoid. Here are a few gluten free holiday recipes that will help you enjoy some old favorites, or maybe find a few new ones!
The following list features largely Christmas recipes (and that’s what you’ll see first), but there are some recipes for other holidays as well, such as resurrection rolls.
If you’re new to gluten free, check out this post about navigating the holidays when you’re gluten free.
Swig Cookies Copycat Recipe {gluten free}
Have you tried Swig sugar cookies? They are soft and chewy sugar cookies topped with a tangy frosting, and served cold. SO GOOD. We’ve developed a gluten free Swig cookie copycat recipe that is every bit as good as the original and is super easy to make at home! You can make them in the traditional round shape, or roll out and cut out.
Gluten Free Soft Sugar Cookies
These just might be the BEST sugar cookie you've ever had! Pudding makes these gluten free sugar cookies soft and full of sweet vanilla flavor. Easy to make and there’s no need to refrigerate the dough!
Gluten Free Julekake
Gluten Free Julekake is a beautiful Norwegian Christmas bread studded with raisins and candied fruits with a subtle hint of cardamom. This bread is light, fluffy, and SO easy to make!
If candied fruit isn't your thing, feel free to substitute raisins, dried cranberries, or any other dried fruit.
Gingerbread Waffles
Gluten Free Gingerbread Waffles are packed with perfectly spiced gingerbread flavor and a feature a perfectly delicate texture. You would never know they’re gluten free!
We make the batter every year on Christmas Eve, then cook the waffles for breakfast Christmas morning.
Cinnamon Stars
Cinnamon Stars (Zimtsterne) are classic German Christmas cookies. This is a simple and easy recipe that is naturally gluten free, dairy free and DELICIOUS!
Gluten Free Candy Cane Chocolate Chip Cookies
Take your Christmas baking to the next level with these Candy Cane Chocolate Chip Cookies! These soft and chewy (and gluten free!) cookies are the perfect addition to any holiday platter.
Easy 2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge (with video)
The EASIEST and creamiest fudge you’ll ever make! This 2 ingredient peanut butter fudge is made with just peanut butter and frosting.
Chewy Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies
Looking for a gluten free pumpkin cookie recipe that is perfectly chewy and has the perfect blend of pumpkin and warm fall flavors? Look no further! These chewy gluten free pumpkin cookies also feature browned butter, maple, and pumpkin pie spice.
Gluten Free White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
The BEST gluten free white chocolate macadamia nut cookies! Crisp edges and perfectly chewy centers make these gluten free cookies the very best!
Cardamom Spiced Almonds
Cardamom Spiced Almonds are a beautiful addition to any holiday spread! Sprinkle them on salads or serve as part of your holiday snack tray,
Cranberry Kale Salad with Cardamom Spiced Almonds and Homemade Cranberry Vinaigrette
Cranberry Kale salad is a deliciously festive dish with tart cranberries, crisp kale, and sweet pears. It is topped with fresh gorgonzola and cardamom spiced almonds then drizzled with a homemade cranberry vinaigrette.
It is the perfect marriage of flavors and a great addition to any party or get together.
Orange Poppyseed Bread
Gluten Free Orange Poppyseed Bread is a fun twist on an old favorite. A beautiful pound cake filled with tangy orange zest, sweet poppy seeds, and topped with a beautiful orange glaze.
Gluten Free Pie Crust
Finally, a flaky, tender, gluten free pie crust recipe that actually tastes good! Step-by-step instructions included for this easy and fail proof recipe.
Easy Raspberry Ice Cream Pie
Creamy ice cream and tart raspberries all wrapped in a crunchy graham cracker crust to make a beautiful (and EASY!) dessert! It really doesn't get any easier than this ice cream pie. Top with whipped cream just before serving for a show-stopping dessert everyone will love.
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Pie
If you like chocolate, then you're going to loooove this cool and refreshing version of a chocolate cream pie! It's a show-stopping dessert that takes less than 20 minutes to make, but will have everyone asking for seconds
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Pie
Move over apple pie! This ice cream pie features a unique peanut butter crust and is filled with chocolate peanut butter ice cream and peanut butter cups
Gluten Free Brioche Rolls
These Gluten Free Brioche Rolls are a recreation of a traditional French sweet bread. Brioche has a unique flavor and texture, a sort of melt-in-your-mouth experience. It is delightful fresh out of the oven, as part of a sandwich, or any other way you might enjoy bread.
Gluten Free Gravy Recipe (3 ingredients & Dairy Free)
The holidays can be hard when you’re gluten free, and they’re even more difficult when you also can’t have dairy.
Here’s an easy, 3 ingredient gluten free gravy recipe that’s also dairy free! It’s packed with flavor and a smooth, creamy texture that will have everyone wondering what your secret is.
Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls
These soft and fluffy gluten free cinnamon rolls are the real deal thanks to a secret ingredient! Complete with flour recommendations and easy step by step instructions.
Gluten Free Rolls (dairy free option)
These gluten free rolls are perfectly soft, fluffy and so easy to make! Ready in just one hour, they are the perfect addition to any meal and will be enjoyed by everyone, gluten-eaters included! Dairy free option included.
Gluten Free Cloverleaf Rolls
These rolls are so easy to make, and they’re done in an hour or less! If you’ve been feeling hesitant to try making gluten free rolls at home, then this recipe is for you. I’ve included step-by-step instructions and photos, detailed instructions, and flour recommendations so your rolls will turn out perfect every time.
Gluten Free Crescent Rolls (dairy free option)
The BEST No-Fail Gluten Free Crescent Rolls – easy to make and ready in 1 hour! Soft, light, fluffy, these rolls are the perfect addition to any meal and come with a dairy free option.
Easy Gluten Free Biscuits (dairy free option)
These easy gluten free biscuits are perfectly fluffy, tender, and light and are SO EASY to make with just 4 ingredients!
If you're looking for a super EASY bread option to serve with your holiday feast, this recipe is perfect.
Gluten Free Resurrection Rolls
These Gluten Free Resurrection Rolls bake up soft and fluffy, with a hollow space inside signifying the empty tomb of Jesus Christ after His resurrection. Make them for Easter or any other time! They are a sweet roll similar to gluten free cinnamon rolls
Gluten Free Pistachio Cake
A show-stopping Pistachio Cake that is secretly easy to make with your favorite cake mix and a few other simple ingredients. Gluten Free.
PISTACHIO SALAD
A simple Pistachio Salad recipe that is perfect for any occasion! Smooth, creamy, and easy to make, the green color makes this pistachio salad perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Christmas.
Gluten Free Cadbury Egg Cookies
These chewy gluten free Cadbury egg cookies are made with browned butter and loaded with crushed Cadbury mini eggs and mini chocolate chips. They’re the perfect treat for Easter and spring, or any time you can get your hands on Cadbury eggs.
Blueberry Biscuits {gluten free}
Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these beautiful gluten free blueberry biscuits are perfectly light and fluffy, slightly sweet, and studded with blueberries. Fun for the Fourth of July!
Gluten Free Dirt Cups (dairy-free/vegan option!)
Gluten free dirt cups are so fun and easy to make for Halloween or Earth Day! The recipe includes a list of fun variations (even a few for adults!) and I know you're going to love this recipe.