Looking for some easy gluten free Christmas dessert recipes?
You've come to the right place. I've put together a round-up of the best Gluten Free dessert ideas for you to enjoy.
Christmas is just around the corner, and it's time for family, fun, and delicious food, especially desserts. In our family, baking is a big part of the festive season.
These gluten free desserts perfect for Christmas Eve munching, holiday gifts, or a Christmas Cookie Exchange. I hope you enjoy these sweets and find a new favorite Christmas treat from this list!
Gluten-Free Christmas Desserts
People who are gluten-free because of celiac disease or allergies might feel like they can't enjoy holiday treats. With the right gluten-free recipes, Christmas can be just as sweet as ever.
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What Is The Most Eaten Dessert On Christmas?
Many popular desserts are eaten with Christmas dinner, like cheesecake, sugar cookies, chocolate chip cookies, peppermint brownies, fudge, fruit cake, shortbread cookies, and gingerbread cookies.
Hot chocolate and eggnog are favorite drinks, and candy canes, dark chocolate, and peppermint chocolate are common candies.
The Best Gluten-Free Christmas Desserts
Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies
Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cake
Meringue Christmas Tree Cake
Peanut Butter Reindeer
Chewy Gluten-Free Andes Mint Cookies
Tender Thumbprint Cookies With Jam
Almond Cranberry Tart
Hot Cocoa Waffles
Gluten-Free Shortbread Cookies
5. Easy Condensed Milk Fudge
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies
Gluten Free Lebkuchen
White Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Peppermint Creams Candy
Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Donuts
Poached Pears in Red Wine
Gingerbread Ice Cream
Chocolate Nonpareils
Chocolate Chip Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
Gluten-Free Star Bread With Homemade Laminated Puff Pastry
Vegan Ferrero Rocher
Pomegranate and Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark
3-Ingredient Stuffed Santa Strawberries
Christmas Rice Krispies Treats- Gluten Free
Gluten Free Monkey Bread
Easy 3-Ingredient Hot Cocoa Dip
Gluten Free Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
Gingerbread Loaf
Zimtsterne - German Cinnamon Star Cookies
Pumpkin Crisp
Gluten-free Gingerbread Cake
Almond Butter Truffles
Peppermint Fudge
Coconut Sugar Cookies
Gluten Free Gingersnaps
Paleo Twix Bars
Almond Crescent Cookies
Gluten Free Eggnog Cupcakes
Dark Chocolate-Covered Candied Orange Slices
Easiest Meringue Cookies Recipe
Gluten free Gingerbread Cupcakes
Tips for Making Gluten Free Christmas Dessert Recipes
- For Cookies: Line the baking pans or baking sheets with parchment paper or gluten-free cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- When making cookies, use a greased cookie scoop for uniform sizes. A 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop works well.
- Follow Gluten-Free Recipes: Use recipes specifically designed as gluten-free rather than trying to adapt traditional recipes. This ensures the right balance of ingredients for a successful outcome.
- Mind Cross-Contamination: To prevent gluten contamination, clean utensils, bowls, and baking surfaces thoroughly when switching between gluten-free and gluten-containing ingredients.
- Spoon the gluten-free flour into the measuring cup and level it off with the back of a knife to ensure accurate measurement.
- Avoid scooping flour directly from the bag with the measuring cup to prevent adding too much flour to your recipe.
Gluten Free Baking: Ingredient Substitutions
- Substitute traditional flour with gluten-free alternatives like rice flour, almond flour, coconut flour, or a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Ensure all ingredients, including spices, powdered sugar, baking powder, and extracts, are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.
- Use gluten-free baking powder to ensure proper rising without gluten-containing additives.
- Consider using xanthan gum or guar gum in recipes that require binding, such as cookies or cakes, to replicate gluten's elasticity.
- Experiment with pure extracts like vanilla, almond, or peppermint for natural flavor enhancement in gluten-free desserts.
Christmas Gluten Free Desserts: FAQs
If you're searching for the best gluten free desserts that are show-stopping, luscious, and gooey, you've come to the right place.
Here are some popular questions readers ask about gluten free desserts for Christmas.
Which Christmas sweets are gluten-free?
Gluten-free Christmas sweets can include items like flourless chocolate cake, meringues, macarons, gluten-free brownies, gluten-free cookies made with almond or coconut flour, and homemade gluten-free fudge.
Always check labels and recipes to ensure they are free from gluten.
What sweets can a gluten-free person eat?
A gluten-free person can eat sweets such as:
- Gluten-free cookies and brownies
- Flourless cakes
- Meringues
- Macarons
- Rice Krispies treats made with gluten-free rice cereal
- Marshmallows
- Gluten-free candies like certain brands of chocolate and gummies
Are Christmas Dots gluten-free?
Yes, Dots candies are generally gluten-free. Always check the packaging to be sure, as ingredients and manufacturing processes can change.
Are Christmas Snickers gluten-free?
Regular Snickers bars are considered gluten-free as they do not contain gluten ingredients. However, always check the packaging for any special holiday editions to ensure they meet gluten-free standards.
Are Kinder Santa's gluten-free?
Kinder Santa chocolates are not considered gluten-free. They often contain barley malt extract, which is a source of gluten. Always check the packaging for the most current ingredient information.
What is the name of the traditional dessert on Christmas?
The name of the traditional dessert on Christmas is fruitcake.
Some other traditional desserts for the holiday season include yule log, sticky toffee pudding, and panettone, which is an Italian Christmas cake.
Gluten Free Desserts: Frequently Asked Questions
What are some popular gluten-free dessert options?
For gluten-free dessert options, you can explore a variety of treats like desserts made with almond flour, Christmas candy, peanut butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies using gluten-free ingredients, and decadent chocolate peanut butter fudge.
How can I make gluten-free desserts without dairy?
To prepare dairy free gluten-free desserts, you can use alternatives like almond milk, almond butter, or coconut milk as substitutions for dairy products in recipes.
What are some easy-to-make gluten-free dessert recipes?
If you're looking for easy to make gluten-free dessert recipes, consider trying recipes for mug cake, no-bake desserts, or chocolate cake mixes that are gluten-free.
Can I find gluten-free dessert recipes that are free from chocolate?
Absolutely! There are plenty of gluten-free dessert options that are free chocolate, such as fruit-based desserts like strawberry pudding or cranberry crisp.
How can I enhance the flavor of gluten-free desserts?
To add richness to gluten-free desserts, you can use ingredients like butter cookies, dark chocolate, brown butter, or chocolate chips in your recipes.
Are there gluten-free dessert recipes that require no baking?
Yes, there are numerous no-bake gluten-free dessert recipes available, such as rice krispie treats, puddings, or truffles that can be made without using an oven.
For more festive recipes be sure to take a look at our Christmas recipes.
Tania | Fit Foodie Nutter
Thank you so much for including my gingerbread men recipe in your round up Julia! So many delicious recipes there to bookmark! Have a great weekend. I'm planning on a spot of baking, especially after your post:)
Julia
thank you Tania! This is the best time for baking indeed, I love the festive season, especially now during these crazy times! 🙂