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Gluten Free Gingersnap Cookies

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These gluten free gingersnap cookies are the best! They are crispy around the edges and chewy in the center. This recipe is easy to make and are wonderful Christmas cookies.

a white plate on top of a yellow glass platter of gluten free gingersnap cookies next to a mug of tea, some pinecones, a pinch bowl of ground ginger and some cinnamon sticks

I love these gluten free gingersnap cookies with a cup of tea. The ground ginger makes them just a little bit spicy. With all the overindulgence this season the ginger is great for my stomach!

If you are looking for more ginger recipes try my Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingersnap Parfait, my Gluten Free Ginger Cookies, my Gluten Free Eggnog Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust, or my Gluten Free Gingerbread Scones.

You can find all of my cookie recipes here: Gluten Free Cookie Recipes

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on two baking sheets and set aside.

In a mixing bowl whisk together the almond flour, tapioca flour, baking soda, sea salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon and ground all spice. Set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer cream together the butter, sugar, vanilla, molasses and egg.

Add the dry ingredients and blend until mixed together.

Chill dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until it's easy to work with.

Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon divide the dough between two cookie sheets. 

Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.

After removing baking sheet from oven let cookies stand 5 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.

Store in an airtight container for up to seven days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze gingersnap cookies?

Yes! These cookies freeze really well. I like to make cookie boxes at Christmas time. These cookies are one of the first cookies I make for the season because I can freeze them and then get them out to put in my boxes.

What goes good with these cookies?

I love a hot mug of ginger or peppermint tea with a plate full of gingersnap cookies. These cookies are also great in trifles or used in a pie or cheesecake crust. I use them in my Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingersnap Parfait and my Gluten Free Eggnog Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust.

How do you make good gingersnap cookies?

I think whether or not your cookies are good depends on the quality of ingredients you are using. Make sure your spices aren't expired. Fresh spices really make your cookies have more flavor. I also think it's important to use a good quality butter that has lots of rich flavor for this recipe.

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Gluten Free Gingersnap Cookies

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 21 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

These gluten free gingersnap cookies are the best! They are crispy around the edges and chewy in the center. This recipe is easy to make and are wonderful Christmas cookies.

Ingredients

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1 cup Almond Flour
1 cup Tapioca Flour
½ cup Brown Rice Flour
1 tsp. Baking Soda
½ tsp. Sea Salt
2 tsp. Ground Ginger
1 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
½ tsp. Ground All Spice
½ cup. Unsalted Butter, softened
½ cup Coconut Sugar
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
2 Tbsp. Molasses
1 large Egg

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on two baking sheets and set aside.

In a mixing bowl whisk together the almond flour, tapioca flour, baking soda, sea salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon and ground all spice. Set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer cream together the butter, sugar, vanilla, molasses and egg.

Add the dry ingredients and blend until mixed together.

Chill dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until it's easy to work with.

Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon divide the dough between two cookie sheets. 

Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.

After removing baking sheet from oven let cookies stand 5 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.

Store in an airtight container for up to seven days.

Notes

These cookies do spread some. Keep that in mind when putting on your baking sheet.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Christmas, Gluten Free

Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing

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This gluten free cornbread stuffing is easy to make homemade for Thanksgiving. This is the best recipe to make for a healthy, meatless stuffing. This savory stuffing is simple to make from scratch.

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I love cornbread stuffing and was a little sad the first Thanksgiving that I thought I would be missing out. I was so happy to find gluten free cornmeal so I could make the cornbread for this recipe!

If you are looking for more corn recipes try my Gluten Free Zucchini Squash and Corn Casserole, my Easy Fried Frozen Corn, my Cheesy Slow Cooker Creamed Corn or my Gluten Free Corn Pudding Skillet.

You can find all of my side dish recipes here: Gluten Free Side Dish Recipes

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Ingredients

Instructions

Make a batch of my Gluten Free Cornbread at least a few hours in advance. I like to make it a day or two in advance so it gets a bit stale for the stuffing.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.

Melt ¼ cup of butter in a skillet. Cook the celery and onions until they are tender and a bit translucent. Add the sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir until the spices are blended with the celery and onions. Cook a couple of minutes more until the spices become fragrant.

Add the crumbled cornbread to the celery and onion mixture. I like big crumbles of cornbread, but it's up to you how much you want to crumble your cornbread.

Place the mixture into a covered baking dish. Slice the remaining ¼ cup butter on top of the stuffing.

Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes.

Remove the lid from the baking dish and let cool slightly before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does cornbread stuffing have gluten?

Yes, it does if you don't use gluten free cornmeal. It is very important to make sure the cornmeal you use has the gluten free certified label. Regular cornmeal is usually processed with wheat flour and can be contaminated with gluten.

Can I make cornbread stuffing ahead of time?

Yes, you definitely can. You can make the cornbread a day or two in advance. Then, you can sautés the onions, celery and spices in butter and add that cornbread in. The cornbread can go in the fridge until you are ready to cook it before serving. Cook at 350 degrees for 30 minutes and then serve.

What should I serve with cornbread stuffing?

Traditionally cornbread stuffing is served at Thanksgiving with turkey, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, etc. At our house we also like to eat it with pork chops or steaks year round. Cornbread stuffing is a delicious side dish that doesn't have to be reserved for just your Thanksgiving dinner.

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Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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This gluten free cornbread stuffing is easy to make homemade for Thanksgiving. This is the best recipe to make for a healthy, meatless stuffing.

Ingredients

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Instructions

Make a batch of my Gluten Free Cornbread at least a few hours in advance. I like to make it a day or two in advance so it gets a bit stale for the stuffing.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.

Melt ¼ cup of butter in a skillet. Cook the celery and onions until they are tender and a bit translucent. Add the sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir until the spices are blended with the celery and onions. Cook a couple of minutes more until the spices become fragrant.

Add the crumbled cornbread to the celery and onion mixture. I like big crumbles of cornbread, but it's up to you how much you want to crumble your cornbread.

Place the mixture into a covered baking dish. Slice the remaining ¼ cup butter on top of the stuffing.

Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes.

Remove the lid from the baking dish and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

I like to make the gluten free cornbread a day or two in advance.

If your celery and onion mixture gets too dry add a bit more butter or some olive oil.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Top Tip

To make this recipe you will first need to make a batch of my Gluten Free Cornbread. This recipe for gluten free cornbread is super simple. I like to make mine a day or two in advance. The gluten free cornbread stuffing is better if the cornbread is a bit stale.

Gluten Free Air Fryer Turkey Breast

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This air fryer turkey boneless breast recipe is a healthy way to enjoy the best turkey dinner! The recipe is gluten free and easy to make. You can have a large boneless turkey breast on the table for dinner fast.

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If you don't have an air fryer yet, you need to get one. I was super resistant to getting another kitchen appliance, but I use my air fryer all of the time. Literally, at least four nights a week.

Whether I'm making meats or cooking frozen vegetables (in 9 minutes!!) my air fryer has found a permanent home on my countertop. I have used mine so much that I will be looking for another on Black Friday.

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Ingredients

Instructions

Place the thawed boneless, skinless turkey breast(s) in the basket of your air fryer. Rub with 1 tablespoon of the room temperature butter.

In a small bowl or 1-cup measuring cup mix together the maple syrup, honey, stone ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, chili powder, smoked paprika, sea salt and black pepper.

Pour half of this glaze mixture over the turkey.

Cook the turkey at 350 degrees for 12-20 minutes.

Carefully flip over the turkey breast(s). Rub with butter and then pour the rest of the glaze on the turkey breast.

Cook at 350 degrees for another 8-15 minutes or until the inside temperature of the turkey breast reaches 165 degrees.

Immediately take the turkey breast out of the air fryer and let rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes.

Slice and serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you air fry turkey?

Yes! I love to air fry the boneless turkey breasts from Costco. I'm sure you can get boneless turkey breasts anywhere, but Costco is the best price I've found. I rub the turkey breast with butter and then pour half the brine over it. I air fry one side and then do the same for the other. It is delicious!

How do you air fry turkey?

I take the boneless turkey breast out of the packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. I place the turkey breast into the air fryer basket. Then I rub the turkey breast with softened butter and pour half of my glaze over top.

I air fry the turkey breast and then take out of the air fryer immediately. Let stand on your cutting board for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting so the juices can settle. This is my new favorite way to enjoy turkey breast!

How long should I air fry a turkey?

Ultimately you need to make sure the center or largest part of the turkey reaches 165 degrees. Ensuring that your turkey is fully cooked is the most important part. For a three pound boneless, skinless turkey breast I cooked one side for 20 minutes at 350 degrees and then flipped to cook the other side for 15 minutes more. I used a digital meat thermometer to make sure the turkey had reached 165 degrees in the center of the meatiest part.

If I've purchased a smaller turkey breast or turkey tenderloin I lesson the cooking time by 5-7 minutes and check the temperature to make sure it is 165 or above in the thickest part of the meat. Turkey tenderloins are usually available year round at my grocery store.

How long should I air fry a turkey?

Ultimately you need to make sure the center or largest part of the turkey reaches 165 degrees. Ensuring that your turkey is fully cooked is the most important part. For a three pound boneless, skinless turkey breast I cooked one side for 20 minutes at 350 degrees and then flipped to cook the other side for 15 minutes more. I used a digital meat thermometer to make sure the turkey had reached 165 degrees in the center of the meatiest part.

If I've purchased a smaller turkey breast or turkey tenderloin I lesson the cooking time by 5-7 minutes and check the temperature to make sure it is 165 or above in the thickest part of the meat. Turkey tenderloins are usually available year round at my grocery store.

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing
Gluten Free Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Chocolate Glaze
Delicious Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes
Gluten Free Pumpkin Oatmeal Cake
Gluten Free Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

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Air Fryer Turkey Breast

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 Boneless, Skinless Turkey Breast 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

This air fryer turkey boneless breast recipe is a healthy way to enjoy the best turkey dinner! The recipe is gluten free and easy to make.

Ingredients

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2 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter, at room temperature
Glaze:
¼ cup Maple Syrup
2 Tbsp. Honey
1 Tbsp. Stone Ground Mustard
1 tsp. Onion Powder
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
½ tsp. Dried Ground Thyme
½ tsp. Chili Powder
½ tsp. Smoked Paprika
½ tsp. Sea Salt
½ tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
2-3 pound Boneless, Skinless Turkey Breast

Instructions

Place the thawed boneless, skinless turkey breast(s) in the basket of your air fryer. Rub with 1 tablespoon of the room temperature butter.

In a small bowl or 1-cup measuring cup mix together the maple syrup, honey, stone ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, chili powder, smoked paprika, sea salt and black pepper.

Pour half of this glaze mixture over the turkey.

Cook the turkey at 350 degrees for 12-20 minutes.

Carefully flip over the turkey breast(s). Rub with butter and then pour the rest of the glaze on the turkey breast.

Cook at 350 degrees for another 8-15 minutes or until the inside temperature of the turkey breast reaches 165 degrees.

Immediately take the turkey breast out of the air fryer and let rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes.

Slice and serve.

Notes

The Costco Skinless, Boneless Turkey Breasts are my favorite. This turkey breast is delicious served with cranberry sauce and green beans. I roast frozen green beans in the air fryer at 380 degrees fo 9 minutes while the turkey breast is resting on the cutting board.

However, the turkey breast at Costco isn't available year round. I buy turkey tenderloin at the grocery store. They are usually 1.5 pounds, so I cook 2-3 of the tenderloins for dinner. You will need to use the lower cooking times shown above for these smaller turkey tenderloins. 

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Meats
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

All The Best Memorial Day Sales

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I've rounded up a list of all the best Memorial Day Sales happening! There are so many amazing sales that I thought I would put them in one place. From sales for home items, to clothes and beauty I've got you covered with this sales list.

List of Sales

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Gluten Free Jalapeno Poppers

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This easy recipe for baked gluten free jalapeno poppers is keto and low carb friendly. The jalapeno peppers are stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon and chicken. This is a perfect party appetizer or snack!

a white platter and white plate of gluten free jalapeño poppers

This is one of my favorite snacks to bring to a party. It's always a hit even if no one else is eating low carb. How hot the poppers are depends on the jalapeño peppers. I've found the spiciness of the peppers tends to vary.

If you are looking for more snack recipes try my Creamy Sausage Bean Dip, my Gluten Free Easy Homemade Garlic Hummus, my Gluten Free Cheesy Pinto Beans or my Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts.

You can find all of my snack recipes here: Gluten Free Snack Recipes

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Ingredients

Jalapeno Peppers
Cheddar Cheese
Cream Cheese
Canned Chicken Breast
Bacon
Salsa
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder
Sea Salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Clean jalapeño peppers, cut in half and place on the parchment lined baking sheet.

Using a spoon remove the seeds and core from each pepper half. 

In the bowl of your stand mixer combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, chicken, bacon, salsa, onion powder, garlic powder and sea salt. Blend the ingredients together stopping to wipe down the sides of the bowl with a spatula a couple of times. Blend until the mixture is completely combined and creamy.

Spoon the filling mixture into each jalapeño half and place back on the baking sheet.

Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Let the peppers cool slightly before serving.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to five days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are jalapeño poppers keto friendly?

Yes! They are a high protein and high fat snack that is perfect for a keto or low carb diet. Gluten free jalapeño poppers make a great snack to make ahead and have in the fridge. They are also great to bring to a gathering or party.

What type of cheese do I put in gluten free jalapeño poppers?

I prefer to use shredded cheddar cheese. It's even better if it's sharp cheddar cheese, but you could use another type of cheese if you want a milder flavor. Really any cheese with a similar texture to cheddar cheese will work. It's important that it will melted easily and blend well with the other ingredients.

More Recipes You Might Enjoy

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

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Gluten Free Jalapeno Poppers

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 24 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

This easy recipe for baked gluten free jalapeno poppers is keto and low carb friendly. The jalapeno peppers are stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon and chicken. This is a perfect party appetizer or snack!

Ingredients

Scale

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Clean jalapeño peppers, cut in half and place on the parchment lined baking sheet.

Using a spoon remove the seeds and core from each pepper half. 

In the bowl of your stand mixer combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, chicken, bacon, salsa, onion powder, garlic powder and sea salt. Blend the ingredients together stopping to wipe down the sides of the bowl with a spatula a couple of times. Blend until the mixture is completely combined and creamy.

Spoon the filling mixture into each jalapeño half and place back on the baking sheet.

Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Let the peppers cool slightly before serving.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to five days.

Notes

Eat warm, eat later cold and/or eat the next morning cold from the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Storage

If you have leftover poppers or want to make a batch to have in the refrigerator for snacks they will last for up to five days in the fridge in a sealed container. I don't suggest freezing them because the cooked jalapeño peppers become too mushy.

Top Tip

If you don't have bacon you could omit it, but I highly suggest adding it in. The bacon gives the gluten free jalapeño poppers a nice smoky flavor. I like to cook the bacon the day before and save six pieces for this recipe. The bacon is easy to chop up cold from the refrigerator.