This list of Gluten-Free Holiday Recipes is complete with appetizers, soups, main dishes, drinks, sides, and desserts for a show-stopping holiday meal! These recipes are nourishing, allergy-friendly, and full of festive flavors.
Gluten-Free Holiday Recipes
Don’t worry, though! You don’t have to spend hours experimenting in the kitchen or searching the internet for recipes that can be adapted to fit your needs. I’ve already done the work for you! That’s right, I’ve gathered a handful of all of my favorite dairy-free gluten-free holiday recipes, and I’m giving them to you for free! Think of it as an early gift, but you can thank me later. Right now, we’ve got recipes to make.
How to Plan a Gluten-Free Holiday Meal
The first steps to creating a gluten-free holiday recipe meal plan are to pick out the recipes you plan to make and gather your ingredients. However, to speed up the process there are a few staples I like to keep on hand at all times. From common baking ingredients to condiments, and more, the foods below can be used to create recipes in a pinch or add flavor to any meal.
Kitchen Staples
Before you get cooking, you’ll want to make sure you have a few gluten-free cooking essentials on hand including:
- Store-Bought Gluten-Free Flour or Homemade Gluten-Free Flour
- Gluten-Free Buckwheat Flour
- Gluten-Free Oat Flour
- Gluten-Free Pasta
- Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs
- Tamari (Gluten-Free Soy Sauce)
- Gluten-Free Vegetable Broth
Spices, Sauces, and Condiments
Who doesn’t love a little extra seasoning? By keeping store-bought options like Primal Kitchen ketchup, mayo, and more! Or, keep your own ingredients on hand such as Nomato Sauce, Dairy Free Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce, or Spicy Vegan Ranch!
Gluten-Free Holiday Recipes
Below is my complete list of go-to, family-friendly recipes everyone can enjoy this holiday!
Gluten-Free Appetizers
Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread
Prepare this easy Christmas tree pull apart bread with gluten-free pizza dough mix for a quick, cheesy, savory appetizer or snack perfect for the holidays!
Air Fryer Salmon Cakes
Learn how to make salmon cakes in the air fryer, oven, or stovetop for an omega-rich recipe that is gluten-free, paleo, and easy to make!
Slow Cooker Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce
The perfect combination of sweet and spicy, these Slow Cooker Gluten Free Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce are a festive and kid-friendly recipe perfect for holiday parties, game days, and more!
Wine and Cheese Board
Mix and match your favorite wines, cheese, and gluten-free snacks to create a wine and cheese party all your friends and loved ones will enjoy with ease!
Gluten-Free Bread
the Best Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits
These gluten-free biscuits are fluffy, flaky, and delicious for an allergy-friendly addition to your favorite breakfasts, casseroles, and more!
Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread with Rosemary
This Rosemary Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread is the perfect gluten-free recipe for an easy breakfast or comforting side to chili or soup! Dairy free.
Easy Gluten-Free Rolls
These Easy Gluten-Free Rolls are made with simple ingredients for the softest, most delicious gluten-free dinner rolls you’ll ever taste! Dairy-Free Option.
Cinnamon Almond Flour Bread
This Cinnamon Almond Flour Bread Recipe is a versatile low carb, gluten-free, dairy-free bread recipe that’s simple to make and subtly sweet. Serve it on its own or with your favorite toppings for a wholesome breakfast or snack!
Gluten-Free Soups
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup with Apple
This Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup with Apple is warm and comforting for a nourishing meal perfect for kid-friendly meal prep! Stove Top Option.
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Soup
Inspired by Hungarian mushroom soup, this creamy vegan mushroom soup is full of flavor and ready in under an hour for a satisfying gluten-free comfort food you’ll love!
Cumin Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
Full of vegetables and quick to make, this Cumin Roasted Root Vegetable Soup is the perfect comfort food recipe for easy meals you’ll love!
Curried Cauliflower Soup with Kale
This vegan kale soup has healthy curried vegetables and cauliflower rice, and it tastes delicious! Make this nourishing Whole30 soup recipe to keep you warm this season. Gluten-free, dairy free, keto, and paleo, too.
Gluten-Free Side Dishes
Vegan Green Bean Casserole
Prepare this easy vegan green bean casserole recipe with nutritious, whole food ingredients for a better-for-you holiday side dish everyone will love!
Kale and Pear Salad with Goat Cheese
Make this massaged kale and pear salad with goat cheese, candied pecans, goat cheese, dried cranberries, and an olive oil dressing for the perfect fall salad!
Vegan Jalapeño Chickpea Mac and Cheese
This Vegan Jalapeño Chickpea Mac and Cheese is full of fiber and tons of flavor for a grown-up version of everyone’s favorite childhood recipe. Serve it warm for an easy side dish or add protein for a complete meal in less than 45 minutes!
Brussels Sprout Salad with Creamy Mustard Dressing
Make this vegan Brussel sprout salad with a creamy mustard dressing for an easy, nourishing side dish full of sweet, savory, tangy flavor!
Easy Quinoa Pilaf (Crockpot)
This easy quinoa pilaf combines fresh veggies, cranberries, and quinoa in a crockpot for a nutrient-rich side dish perfect for everything from weeknights to holidays!
Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Macadamia Nuts
This Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Macadamia Nuts has all the flavors of everyone’s favorite holiday dish with simple, AIP-friendly ingredients everyone can enjoy!
Main Courses
Easy Oven Roasted Turkey Legs
The best easy oven roasted turkey legs with just a few simple steps for flavorful, juicy turkey with crisp, golden skin!
Balsamic Roasted Cranberry Chicken
Sweet, savory, and oh-so-tender and juicy, this Balsamic Roasted Cranberry Chicken Recipe is a sweet and savory dinner perfect for the holidays. Made in the oven or air fryer in minutes.
Holiday Lentil Loaf
Make this easy, gluten-free holiday lentil loaf recipe for a hearty vegan main course perfect for everything from holidays to weeknight dinners!
Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
Make this roasted red pepper salmon with a creamy, flavorful sauce in under an hour for an easy one-pan baked salmon meal. Dairy-Free options.
Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Air Fryer Lamb Chops, a quick and healthy air fryer meat dish recipe with a light and fresh mint, citrus, and herb marinade.
Potato & Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie
Make this Potato & Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie for a lower carb comfort food recipe that is ready in minutes for the perfect meal prep recipe or family dinner!
Desserts
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie (Dairy-Free Option)
Quick and easy to make this classic gluten-free pumpkin pie has all the traditional flavor you love with simple dairy free ingredients for a delicious pie the whole family can enjoy!
Gluten-Free Cut-Out Cookies
This gluten-free cut-out cookie recipe makes sugar cookies that don’t spread! Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, they’re perfect for decorating. Dairy-Free option.
Gluten-Free Apple Pie (Crustless Impossible Pie)
This Gluten-Free Apple Pie is full of warm flavors and made with simple ingredients in under an hour for an easy dairy free dessert! A pie that forms its own crust while baking, saving you time in the kitchen.
Almond Flour Sugar Cookies
Cinnamon Spiced Almond Flour Cookies are the perfect grain free cookie for the holidays. These deliciously sweet cookies are made grain-free with almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and butter or coconut oil
Chocolate Bourbon Pumpkin Pie (Gluten-Free)
Upgrade your favorite holiday dessert this season with this easy crustless, gluten-free chocolate bourbon pie recipe! Alcohol-free option, too.
Peanut Butter Blossoms
These Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies are gluten-free and can be made vegan-friendly and nut-free for a holiday cookie everyone will love!
Cocktails/Mocktails
The Best Dairy-Free Eggnog
Skip storebought options, and make this easy coconut milk eggnog recipe for a dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free take on a classic holiday drink!
Hot Toddy with Spiced Rum {Refined Sugar Free}
This hot toddy recipe is made with rum, pineapple, honey, and warm spices. It’s the perfect festive fall or winter drink to soothe the body or to simply enjoy with good company.
Yuletide Moon Red Wine Cocktails
Refined sugar-free, these Yuletide Moon Red Wine Cocktails are perfect for the holidays! Serve them on the rocks for a refreshing drink your guests will love.
Mexican Spiked Hot Chocolate Cocktail or Mocktail
Make this spiked hot chocolate recipe in the slow cooker for a hands-off drink perfect for the fall and winter seasons! Dairy-free & Mocktail option, too!
Citrus Kombucha Mezcal Cocktails
This Citrus Kombucha Mezcal cocktail is a healthy cocktail recipe that adds a probiotic punch! Ditch the sugary cocktails with refined juice and syrups and make kombucha your mixer instead.
Bonus: Brunch Recipes
Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls (Dairy-Free Option)
These gluten free cinnamon rolls are fluffy and soft, with a sweet filling and icing. Make this gluten free brunch recipe for the holidays! (Dairy-Free Option)
Green Chile Egg Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast egg casserole is the perfect low carb option for kid-friendly meal prep. Make it ahead of time for an easy breakfast or quick dinner. Vegetarian friendly!
Swedish Oven-Baked Pancakes
Learn how to make an easy Swedish oven-baked pancakes recipe with a handful of gluten-free ingredients for a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch! Dairy-free option.
Gluten-Free Veggie Quiche
Learn how to make the best gluten free quiche recipe, and mix and match your favorite mix-ins for a breakfast, brunch, or dinner everyone will love!
Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole (Make Ahead)
Upgrade your morning, and make this gluten-free French toast casserole with a cinnamon sugar topping and optional caramelized bottom! Dairy-free option.
Gluten-Free Breakfast Strata
Make mornings easy (and delicious) with this make-ahead gluten-free breakfast strata with ham or bacon, veggies, and cheese! Dairy-free option.
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Common Questions
Plain cuts of meat are all gluten-free. However, you’ll want to watch out for breadings, coatings, marinades, and seasonings that may not be. Always make sure to read the ingredient list to double-check!
People who have Celiac Disease can generally tolerate cheese as long as they do not have an intolerance to dairy, and the cheese consumed does not contain wheat, barley, rye, or any other gluten-containing ingredients.
thank you, another great resource, holidays or really any time, starting with the rum balls!
You’re welcome, Sabrina! Nice!!! The rum balls are the perfect place to start lol!!
Hi Lindsay, do you have a recipe for delicious gluten free butter tarts?
Like a bread pudding? Or coffee cake sort of dish? Butter tart is Canadian eh? 😉
Hi Lindsay,
Thanks for the reply and the smile.
It’s a pastry. Similar to a pecan pie but a miniature version. It’s a holiday treat usually served at Christmas but hard to find in a gluten free option where I live. If you ever get around to testing this out I’d very much appreciate a shout out 🙂 Can I provide anything further to entice you to try creating this tasty treat?
ahh almost like a minced pie! I see. Well, I do have a mini pecan pie version here. 😉 https://www.cottercrunch.com/coffee-pecan-pie-bars-easy-paleo-recipe/