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Top 10 Gluten Free Recipes

These are the top ten gluten free recipes on my website. These popular recipes range from dinners, desserts, snacks, and baking. Some of my oldest and most favorite gluten free recipes made this list!

These are the recipes that have gotten the most views on my website this year. Almost all of these recipes have been on my website for almost two years and are recipes that I was making long before I had even dreamed of having a website.

When I first started creating gluten free recipes for myself I would write them down in a notebook to come back to. I had amassed quite a few recipes when I decided to start sharing them. It's not surprising to me that these recipes are loved because they are some of my favorite go-to recipes that I still make really frequently.

Top 10 Gluten Free Recipes

Seven Layer Salad

This classic recipe for seven layer salad has a delicious dressing and is easy to make. This is the best healthy salad with sour cream and mayo in the dressing. This traditional recipe is gluten free and just like the old fashioned seven layer salads I remember growing up.

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Gluten Free Taco Casserole

This easy recipe for gluten free taco casserole is layered with tortillas and ground beef. After assembling you bake this healthy dinner.

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Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

This easy recipe for refrigerator bread and butter pickles makes the best crunchy pickle slices. This recipe shows you how to make one small batch by quickly pickling cucumbers. The simple brine has apple cider vinegar, celery seeds and mustard seeds for great flavor.

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Gluten Free Sourdough Sandwich Bread

This gluten free sourdough sandwich bread is soft, flavorful, and perfect for everyday use, making it one of the best gluten free bread recipes you can bake at home. Using a gluten free sourdough starter, this homemade gluten free sourdough bread recipe creates a loaf that's ideal for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh from the oven.

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Easy Pea Salad

This recipe for easy pea salad is made with bacon and green peas. This cold and creamy old fashioned salad is perfect for Spring! My classic recipe is made with sour cream and vinegar dressing.

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Easy Ground Beef Nacho Casserole

This easy ground beef nacho casserole recipe is perfect for weeknight meals. The recipe uses ground beef, tortilla chips and cheese to create a dinner the whole family will love. This nacho bake is ready to serve in under 30 minutes!

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Gluten Free Cheesy Pinto Beans

This easy recipe for gluten free cheesy pinto beans is delicious as a dip with tortilla chips or in your bean burritos. This bean dip recipe is baked with cheesy on top and served hot. It is a Mexican style bean dish full of flavor and spices.

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Dunkin Copycat Brown Sugar Cream Cold Brew

This easy recipe for Dunkin copycat brown sugar cream cold brew tells you home to make this delicious drink step by step at home. Using coarse ground coffee you make a cold brew concentrate, then you add the brown sugar cinnamon syrup and the brown sugar cold foam. This recipe makes the best DIY cold brewed coffee!

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Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet

These easy gluten free skillet enchiladas are made with ground beef and lots of cheese. I prefer to use my cast iron skillet, but any casserole pan will work. This recipe has the best homemade enchilada sauce!

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Gluten Free Cowboy Baked Beans

These easy gluten free cowboy baked beans are made wtih ground beef, bacon and barbecue sauce. This homemade main dish recipe uses four types of beans with hamburger for a hearty meal. This is the best bean casserole for for weeknight meals, gatherings or picnics!

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Easy Gluten Free Christmas Recipes

These easy gluten free Christmas recipes are perfect for parties or gatherings at home. I've got you covered for appetizers, dinner, desserts and snacks. This collection of my best Christmas recipes range from healthy to decadent treats. There are lots of delicious Christmas cookies and cake recipes too!

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These easy gluten free Christmas recipes are perfect for the holiday season. I serve these to family who aren't gluten free and they don't even notice! I've included options for your meal, dessert and breakfast ideas.

If you are preparing any of these recipes for your gluten free family or friends please remember that cross contamination can be a real issue. I think it's easiest to make the gluten free recipes first and then make your regular recipes that include gluten next. This will ensure that you don't use measuring cups, bowls, etc. that may have gluten on them.

Meal

Pork Tenderloin with Prune Sauce

This easy recipe for pork tenderloin with prune sauce is baked in the oven. The simple sauce uses dried plums and balsamic vinegar for a tangy and sweet taste. This healthy, boneless meat is perfect for dinner!

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Gluten Free Air Fryer Turkey Breast

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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Gluten Free Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs

This easy recipe for gluten free slow cooker cranberry meatballs is a perfect holiday appetizer! They are cooked in your crockpot for 2-4 hours on low and then ready to serve hot. I used ground beef, but you could easily use turkey for these tangy meatballs with cranberries and chili sauce.

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Side Dishes

Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing

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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Cheesy Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

This easy recipe for cheesy slow cooker creamed corn is perfect for a side dish or a meal. Using your crockpot you add frozen corn, bacon, heavy cream and parmesan cheese for a loaded cream corn. You will never want canned cream corn again after making this homemade version!

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Gluten Free Kale Caesar Salad

This healthy recipe for gluten free kale caesar salad is keto and low carb friendly. This recipe uses the best homemade caesar salad dressing! I love how quick and easy this salad is to make.

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Seven Layer Salad

This classic recipe for seven layer salad has a delicious dressing and is easy to make. This is the best healthy salad with sour cream and mayo in the dressing. This traditional recipe is gluten free and just like the old fashioned seven layer salads I remember growing up.

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Easy Pea Salad

This recipe for easy pea salad is made with bacon and green peas. This cold and creamy old fashioned salad is perfect for Spring! My classic recipe is made with sour cream and vinegar dressing.

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Gluten Free Corn Pudding Skillet

This easy recipe for gluten free corn pudding skillet makes a great Thanksgiving side dish. This baked casserole is healthy and homemade. This new version of an old fashioned recipe makes the best savory corn pudding.

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Crispy Garlic and Rosemary Smashed Potatoes

This recipe for crispy garlic and rosemary smashed potatoes is easy to make with yukon gold or russet potatoes. I like to cook my potatoes in the instant pot and then bake them in the oven until they are crispy. The cooked potatoes are mashed and then roasted. I show you how to make this simple recipe. #glutenfree #recipe #potatoes

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Air Fryer Roasted Maple Delicata Squash

This simple recipe for air fryer roasted maple delicata squash uses maple syrup and a dash of cinnamon. In this recipe I tell you how to air fry delcious delicata squash. It's so easy!

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Gluten Free Sweet Potato Biscuits

This easy recipe for gluten free sweet potato biscuits is perfect to go along with a meal. These homemade biscuits are delicious warm and slathered with butter. I love to serve these simple gluten free biscuits with soup or on their own with some jam for breakfast.

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Dessert

Gluten Free Eggnog Cake with White Chocolate Frosting

This easy recipe for gluten free eggnog cake with white chocolate frosting is the perfect dessert for Christmas! The cake is moist and the frosting is rich and creamy. This cake is made from scratch and has an amazing eggnog flavor.

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Cranberry Fluff Salad

This easy recipe for cranberry fluff salad is perfect for Thanksgiving! It's made with pineapple, fresh cranberries, marshmallows and whipped cream. This dessert is simple to make and always a hit at gatherings.

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Gluten Free Eggnog Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust

This recipe for gluten free eggnog cheesecake bars with a gingersnap crust are an easy holiday dessert. They are simple to make the day before an gathering so the cheesecake can set up and be ready to cut. I used my gluten free gingersnap cookies recipe for the crust.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Apple Crisp

This easy recipe for gluten free cranberry apple crisp is made with oatmeal and fresh cranberries. This is the best Fall dessert to make quickly. This crisp is made with fresh fruit with a golden brown topping.

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Gluten Free Million Dollar Cake

This easy recipe for gluten free million dollar cake uses my delicious vanilla cake recipe. This simple dessert combines pineapple, mandarine oranges and vanilla pudding for a light frosting. I like to bake my cakes the day before and then frost the cake the next day. I think this cake is best after it's been refrigerated for a few hours!

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Gluten Free Triple Chocolate Brownies

These simple gluten free triple chocolate brownies are made from scratch and make a perfect dessert. These chocolate chip brownies are so easy and moist! I think you will love this homemade recipe.

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Cake

This easy recipe for gluten free orange cranberry cake is a layer cake with cranberry jam filling and orange buttercream frosting. This moist cake uses sour cream and makes the best layer cake.

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Gluten Free Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

This easy gluten free strawberry pretzel dessert recipe uses frozen strawberries, cream cheese, jello and a pretzel crust. It is the best pretzel salad to serve as dessert or a side dish at gatherings

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Gluten Free Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

This easy gluten free chocolate mayonnaise cake is my take on a classic 1950s southern recipe. The old fashioned homemade chocolate cake is moist and perfect for dessert. I added chocolate buttercream frosting for the filling and icing.

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Gluten Free Apple Almond Cake

This easy recipe for gluten free apple almond cake is moist and perfect paired with coffee or tea. I used almond flour to give the cake a delicious flavor and texture.

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Gluten Free Orange Bundt Cake

This recipe for gluten free orange bundt cake is easy to make from scratch. This moist cake is citrus infused and delicious. I used a simple, homemade glaze to top it off.

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Gluten Free Gingerbread Bundt Cake

This easy gluten free gingerbread bundt cake recipe is perfect for Christmas. This ginger bread cake is moist and works great for dessert or brunch. It has a vanilla glaze and just enough molasses.

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Gluten Free Banana Cake

This easy recipe for gluten free banana cake is super moist! I like this cake best with homemade chocolate frosting. This cake is simple to make from scratch and includes sour cream to keep it fluffy.

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Gluten Free Sweet Potato Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This easy recipe for gluten free sweet potato cake with cream cheese frosting is perfect for fall and Thanksgiving. This gluten free take on a classic southern recipe is simple to make in a 9x13 pan or two nine-inch pans. I love the ease of a sheet cake that I can frost and sprinkle some chopped pecans on before serving.

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Holiday Table Ideas

Appetizers and Snacks

Creamy Sausage Bean Dip

This easy recipe for creamy sausage bean dip is perfect to serve warm at parties. It is made with cream cheese, sausage and pinto beans. This cheesy dip is easy to make ahead and then put in the oven right before serving with tortilla chips.

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Gluten Free Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies

This recipe for gluten free old fashioned iced oatmeal cookies is easy to make soft and chewy cookies. Using gluten free rolled oats these are a delicous oatmeal dessert. These cookies are made even better with icing over them.

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Air Fryer Savory Herb Roasted Nuts

These air fryer savory herb roasted nuts are healthy and easy to make! If you are looking for a low carb, paleo or whole30 snack these are the best. They are gluten free and super simple to make.

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Gluten Free Cheesy Pinto Beans

This easy recipe for gluten free cheesy pinto beans is delicious as a dip with tortilla chips or in your bean burritos. This bean dip recipe is baked with cheesy on top and served hot. It is a Mexican style bean dish full of flavor and spices.

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Air Fryer Sweet and Salty Roasted Cashew Nuts

This delicious recipe for air fryer sweet and salty roasted cashew nuts is super easy to make. This snack is quicker to make in the air fryer and has a perfect maple and salty flavor.

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Gluten Free Caramelized Onion Dip

This easy recipe for gluten free caramelized onion dip is the best appetizer or potato chip dip. It's a cold dip that's great for Keto or low carb diets. This homemade dip combines fried, golden onions and sour cream for a creamy treat.

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Gluten Free Air Fryer Chex Mix

This gluten free air fryer chex mix recipe is a quick and easy way to have a savory snack in under 10 minutes. You can have a healthy, homemade fall snack with little effort. This recipe is similar to the traditional chex mix with worcestershire sauce, but I've removed anything with gluten.

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Air Fryer Salt & Pepper Roasted Cashews (GF, DF)

This air fried salt and pepper cashew recipe makes a healthy version of the nuts you would buy in the store. It's quick and easy to make a batch in the air fryer to have a homemade snack.

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Gluten Free Eggnog Cookies

This gluten free eggnog cookies recipe is super easy to make! These are one of my best Christmas recipes. These cookies melt in our mouth! They are soft and chewy with delicous frosting on top. These homemade cookies have just enough spice and lots of eggnog flavor.

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Butter Cookies

These easy gluten free orange cranberry butter cookies are perfect for the holidays. This Christmas shortbread recipe makes the best treats. These cookies are eggless and include dried cranberries.

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Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts Story

This easy recipe for air fryer spicy roasted peanuts is the perfect snack! These air fried peanuts are a healthy snack idea that is crunchy and salty. They are great for a low carb or keto diet.

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Gluten Free White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

These gluten free White Chocolate Cranberry cookies are easy to make from scratch! This recipe is the best soft and chewy gluten free cookies. I love how simple they are to make ahead for a fast treat.

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Breakfast

Gluten Free Chai Spice Scones

These gluten free chai spice scones are the ultimate cozy fall recipe, perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a holiday brunch. Light, tender, and full of warm chai spice, they're an easy homemade recipe that feels both comforting and special.

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Gluten Free Gingerbread Scones

This easy recipe for gluten free gingerbread scones is perfect for Christmas morning. They are moist and drizzled with cinnamon glaze. I added rolled oats to make them a bit more dense for breakfast.

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Gluten Free Cinnamon Sugar Baked Donuts

These gluten-free & dairy-free baked cinnamon sugar donuts are delicious and easy to make.

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Gluten Free Scotch Eggs with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

This easy recipe for oven baked gluten free scotch eggs with honey mustard dipping sauce is made with boiled eggs, sausage and gluten free bread crumbs. The scotch eggs are delicious on their own, but the special sauce makes them even better. I used turkey sausage for mine, but you could also use pork sausage for a rich treat.

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Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole

This easy recipe for gluten free apple cinnamon french toast casserole is baked the same day. You can have breakfast ready to eat in under an hour. It is delicious with maple syrup or on it's own. I love this recipe for brunch!

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Biscotti

This easy recipe for gluten free orange cranberry biscotti is dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with sugar crystals. These nut free breakfast cookies are made with dried cranberries and orange zest.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Jam

This easy gluten free cranberry jam recipe uses fresh cranberries, orange juice and orange zest. It's so simple to make this homemade sauce! It's perfect with Christmas breakfast or brunch.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Orange Muffins

This recipe for gluten free cranberry orange muffins is healthy and easy to make! They are moist and perfect for a holiday breakfast.

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Gluten Free Gingerbread Pancakes

This healthy recipe for gluten free gingerbread pancakes is the perfect Christmas breakfast! These gluten free pancakes are so easy to make from scratch. They would also be perfect for a holiday brunch.

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Gluten Free Cinnamon Coffee Cake

This easy gluten free cinnamon coffee cake is the best bundt cake! This recipe uses sour cream and is super moist. I think the best coffee cake is from scratch with icing. Yum!

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Gluten Free Oven Baked Pancakes with Blueberry Sauce

This easy recipe for gluten free oven baked pancakes are fluffy and healthy! I love them with blueberry sauce, but you could also cover them in syrup. #glutenfree #recipe #pancakes #breakfast

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Easy Gluten Free Christmas Cookies for Your Cookie Tray

These easy gluten free Christmas cookie recipes are my favorite part of holiday baking. Every December I make half batches of several different cookies so I can fill a big tray with lots of variety. It's perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, and gifting to neighbors.

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In my opinion, cookies are the easiest gluten free treat you can make. The dough comes together quickly, and nobody ever guesses they're gluten free. If you're new to gluten free baking, start with my Butter Pecan Cookies or Ginger Cookies. Both are simple, need no icing, and are always a hit.

Not sure which gluten free flour to reach for? Check out my guide: Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 vs King Arthur Measure for Measure: Which Gluten Free Flour to Use and When

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Why You'll Love These Cookies

  • Tested recipes for every skill level. Start with the easy no icing cookies if you're new to gluten free baking, then work up to thumbprints and biscotti.
  • Perfect for a cookie tray. Mix chocolate, spice, cranberry, and nutty flavors so every guest finds a favorite.
  • Nobody can tell they're gluten free. These cookies are made with a 1 to 1 gluten free flour and taste just like the classics.
  • Great for gifting and cookie exchanges. Many of these freeze and travel well, so you can bake ahead.
  • Made with simple ingredients. No specialty flours or hard to find items.

Gluten Free Gingersnap Cookies

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 they're wonderful Christmas cookies.

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Gluten Free Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe makes the best chewy gluten free double chocolate cookies! These easy and soft cookies are made with cocoa powder and chocolate chips.

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Gluten Free Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies

These gluten free old fashioned iced oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and easy to make. Gluten free rolled oats give them classic oatmeal flavor, and the icing on top makes them even better.

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Biscotti

This easy recipe for gluten free orange cranberry biscotti is dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with sugar crystals. These nut free breakfast cookies are made with dried cranberries and orange zest.

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Gluten Free Monster Cookies

These gluten free monster cookies taste just like my childhood favorite! They're made with oats and crisp rice cereal and loaded with chocolate candies. Soft, chewy, and so fun for a cookie tray.

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Gluten Free Ginger Cookies

This easy recipe for gluten free ginger cookies makes soft, chewy cookies. They're perfect if you love ginger and molasses, and the crystallized ginger gives them a gingerbread flavor.

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Gluten Free White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

These gluten free white chocolate cranberry cookies are easy to make from scratch. They're soft, chewy, and one of my favorite cookies to make ahead for the holidays.

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Gluten Free Butter Pecan Cookies

These gluten free butter pecan cookies are a very easy recipe to make. These are the best chewy cookies with a delicious brown butter flavor. I love how soft these cookies are. They melt in your mouth!

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Gluten Free Snowball Cookies

This gluten free snowball cookie recipe is one of my favorite Christmas cookies! They have the best pecan flavor and are super easy to make. They are soft and melt in your mouth! They are perfect for all of your holiday gatherings.

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Gluten Free Oatmeal Scotchie Cookies

This easy recipe for gluten free oatmeal scotchie cookies uses oatmeal and butterscotch chips. These chewy oatmeal cookies are a classic recipe made gluten free. Baking cookies is a great way to make gluten free treats!

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Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies

This recipe for these easy gluten free thumbprint cookies is the best! They are filled with delicious jam and are perfect for Christmas. In our household these are a classic holiday cookie that we make every year.

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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

These gluten free peanut butter cup cookies are baked in a mini muffin tin, then topped with a Reese's miniature peanut butter cup right out of the oven. They're a fun addition to your Christmas cookie tray.

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Gluten Free Eggnog Cookies

This gluten free eggnog cookies recipe is super easy to make! These are one of my best Christmas recipes. These cookies melt in your mouth! They are soft and chewy with delicious frosting on top. These homemade cookies have just enough spice and lots of eggnog flavor.

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Gluten Free Hot Cocoa Cookies

This easy recipe for gluten free hot cocoa cookies is the best! These cookies are simple to make and come out chewy and delicious. They use white chocolate chips instead of marshmallows and have a nice hot cocoa flavor.

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Butter Cookies

These easy gluten free orange cranberry butter cookies are perfect for the holidays. This Christmas shortbread recipe makes the best treats. These cookies are eggless and include dried cranberries and orange zest for amazing flavor.

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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

These gluten free peanut butter kiss cookies are chewy and delicious! This easy to make recipe is the best peanut butter cookie with a Hershey's kiss in the center. These peanut butter blossoms are a simple recipe to add to your Christmas baking.

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I like to make half batches of several different cookies so I can fill a tray with lots of variety. Aim for four to six kinds with different flavors, textures, and colors. Here's the mix I reach for:

  • Something chocolate: Double Chocolate Chip Cookies or Hot Cocoa Cookies
  • Something spiced: Ginger or Gingersnap Cookies
  • Something fruity: White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies or Orange Cranberry Biscotti
  • Something buttery: Snowball Cookies or Butter Pecan Cookies
  • Something pretty: Thumbprint Cookies or Eggnog Cookies with frosting

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Tips for Baking Gluten Free Christmas Cookies

  • Use a 1 to 1 gluten free flour. I use Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 or King Arthur Measure for Measure. Both already contain xanthan gum, so don't add more.
  • Scoop and level your flour. Scoop the flour into your measuring cup and shake it lightly to level it. Too much flour makes gluten free cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Chill the dough. A short chill helps gluten free cookies hold their shape and keeps them from spreading.
  • Let cookies cool on the pan. Gluten free cookies are fragile when warm. Give them 5 minutes on the baking sheet before moving them.
  • Check your decorations. Sprinkles, candies, and food coloring can contain gluten or be made on shared lines. Read every label, especially if you bake for someone with celiac disease.

Make Ahead and Freezing Tips

Most of these cookie doughs can be scooped into balls and frozen for up to 3 months. Bake them straight from the freezer and add a minute or two to the bake time. Baked cookies without icing freeze well for up to 3 months in an airtight container with parchment between the layers. Add icing, frosting, or powdered sugar after thawing so it stays fresh looking.

If you're bringing cookies to an exchange, label them as gluten free and package them separately from wheat cookies to avoid crumbs mixing. For shipping, choose sturdy cookies like gingersnaps, biscotti, butter pecan, and double chocolate cookies. Skip frosted and jam filled cookies. Stack cookies in a tin with parchment between layers and fill any gaps so they don't shift.

Storage

Store most of these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Keep crisp cookies like gingersnaps and biscotti separate from soft cookies so they stay crunchy. Store frosted cookies in a single layer or with parchment between the layers.

Top Tip

Bake a few kinds of cookies in half batches instead of full batches. You'll fill a cookie tray with way more variety in the same amount of time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Christmas cookies gluten free?

Most traditional Christmas cookies are made with wheat flour, so they aren't gluten free. Every cookie in this roundup is made with a 1 to 1 gluten free flour, so they're safe for gluten free guests as long as your other ingredients and decorations are gluten free too.

What is the best gluten free flour for Christmas cookies?

I use Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 or King Arthur Measure for Measure. Both already contain xanthan gum, so you don't need to add any.

How far ahead can I make gluten free Christmas cookies?

You can freeze most cookie doughs for up to 3 months and bake them when you need them. Baked cookies without icing also freeze for up to 3 months. Frosted cookies are best made a few days ahead.

Why are my gluten free cookies crumbly?

Crumbly cookies usually mean too much flour. Scoop and shake to level your flour instead of packing it into the cup, and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them.

Are sprinkles and candy decorations gluten free?

Not always. Some sprinkles, candies, and food colorings contain gluten or are made on shared equipment. Check the label on every decoration before you use it.

Which cookie are you adding to your Christmas cookie tray this year? Leave a comment below and let me know your favorite. If you make any of these recipes, tag me on Instagram at @smallfarmbiglife so I can see your holiday baking!

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2026 Holiday Gift Guides

It's that time of year when I start making my Christmas shopping lists! I love to make a list of each person I'm purchasing gifts for and then write down ideas as I see things that they might like.

I will continue to update and add to these guides through November and December, but I wanted to bring you some of the lovely gift options and holiday specials I'm already seeing.

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The 2026 Holiday Gift Guide is full of thoughtful ideas for your gift list no matter your budget. This Christmas gift guide is full of unique presents for everyone on your list. These are my top picks for the best gifts this holiday season. You are sure to find something for everyone!

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This Gift Guide for Her is your ultimate resource for finding the perfect presents this holiday season. Featuring a curated selection of Christmas gift ideas for women, this guide includes everything from cozy gifts and comfort items to viral products that are sure to impress.

Whether you're shopping for a girlfriend or looking for top Christmas gifts, you'll find inspiration for every occasion. This comprehensive guide ensures you'll have the best gifts for the women in your life wrapped up and ready to go!

Gifts for Him

This Gift Guide for Him is your go-to resource for finding the perfect presents for the men in your life this holiday season. This comprehensive guide features creative gifts for boyfriends, thoughtful Christmas gifts for husbands, and unique presents for guy best friends.

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This collection of Christmas gifts for pets is perfect for pampering your furry friends this holiday season. Featuring a variety of dog and cat Christmas gifts, including fun toys, cozy blankets, and tasty treats, you'll find the ideal presents to make your pets feel extra special.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Pecan Sourdough Bread

This gluten free cranberry pecan sourdough bread is an easy, no knead artisan sourdough bread recipe that's perfect for cozy mornings and holiday gatherings.

Made with a gluten free sourdough starter, this cranberry sourdough bread is soft on the inside with a golden crust and just the right hint of sweetness from dried cranberries and a nutty crunch from pecans. It's a homemade gluten free bread that feels bakery quality yet simple enough for everyday sourdough baking.

Toasted slices of gluten free cranberry pecan sourdough bread on a plate next to whole pecans and a small white bowl of dried cranberries

Whether you're serving it for a winter breakfast, a holiday morning treat, or as part of a festive brunch, this cranberry pecan bread recipe delivers that warm, homemade flavor everyone loves.

It's an easy GF sourdough bread recipe that captures the best of artisan bread baking without the fuss of kneading.

It's perfect for gluten free living! This cranberry sourdough bread recipe is as wholesome as it is beautiful and is a true seasonal favorite.

If you are looking for more gluten free sourdough recipes try my Gluten Free Sourdough Sandwich Bread, my Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread, my Gluten Free Sourdough Croutons or my Gluten Free Sourdough Pizza Crust.

You can find more breakfast recipes here: Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes

A loaf of gluten free cranberry pecan sourdough bread with slices taking off showing the center of the bread
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Ingredients

Instructions

Grease your bread pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.

In the microwave or on the stovetop heat your milk just until it's warm to the touch. You don't want it too hot!

In the bowl of your stand mixer add the sourdough starter, melted butter, honey and warm milk. Blend together.

Add the potato starch or tapioca starch, gluten free flour, baking powder, salt, pecans, dried cranberries and cinnamon. Blend just until ingredients begin to mix together. Remove from the stand mixer and gently fold any ingredients left on the bottom of the bowl into the mixture with a spatula.

The dough will be very sticky. You don't want to knead or overwork the dough. This sticky texture will let the bread rise nicely.

Spoon the dough into your greased bread pan. Cover the bread pan with a plate or platter and let it rest in a warm area for 6-8 hours. I like to mix my dough up at night before I go to bed and let it proof overnight and then bake in the morning.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Bake the bread for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. The top will be very lightly browned and the sides will be a little darker brown. This is a light bread and will not get really brown on top.

Let the bread stand in the pan for at least 10 minutes to cool before you turn it out onto a plate or platter to finish cooling.

Once the bread has completely cooled slice it into pieces and store it in a sealed container.

Depending on how warm your house is it will last on the counter for 3-4 days. If you aren't going to use it in that amount of time place it in the fridge where it should last 5-7 days.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Pecan Sourdough Bread

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 9 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 15 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

This gluten free cranberry pecan sourdough bread is an easy, no knead artisan sourdough bread recipe that's perfect for cozy mornings and holiday gatherings. 

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Instructions

Grease your bread pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.

In the microwave or on the stovetop heat your milk just until it's warm to the touch. You don't want it too hot!

In the bowl of your stand mixer add the sourdough starter, melted butter, honey and warm milk. Blend together.

Add the potato starch or tapioca starch, gluten free flour, baking powder, salt, pecans, dried cranberries and cinnamon. Blend just until ingredients begin to mix together. Remove from the stand mixer and gently fold any ingredients left on the bottom of the bowl into the mixture with a spatula.

The dough will be very sticky. You don't want to knead or overwork the dough. This sticky texture will let the bread rise nicely.

Spoon the dough into your greased bread pan. Cover the bread pan with a plate or platter and let it rest in a warm area for 6-8 hours. I like to mix my dough up at night before I go to bed and let it proof overnight and then bake in the morning.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Bake the bread for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. The top will be very lightly browned and the sides will be a little darker brown. This is a light bread and will not get really brown on top.

Let the bread stand in the pan for at least 10 minutes to cool before you turn it out onto a plate or platter to finish cooling.

Once the bread has completely cooled slice it into pieces and store it in a sealed container.

Depending on how warm your house is it will last on the counter for 3-4 days. If you aren't going to use it in that amount of time place it in the fridge where it should last 5-7 days.

  • Prep Time: 8 hours
  • Cook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
  • Category: Breads
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Top Tip

This recipe needs to be in a warm spot to rise for 6-8 hours. If it's not rising it may not be in a warm enough spot or your sourdough starter might not be ready yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is regular sourdough bread safe for a gluten free diet?

No. Regular sourdough is made with gluten based wheat flour. The fermenting process of sourdough does not change that there is gluten in the recipe. Only gluten free sourdough is safe for people with Celiacs or gluten allergies.

Why isn't my gluten free sourdough bread rising?

It could be that your starter is weak. This means it hasn't fermented enough. It may need more time or moved to a warmer spot.

It could also be over proofing. This means you've left the dough out in the pan covered for too long. I proof for 6-8 hours and have good results with that. If you're proofing longer the dough may be raising and deflating before it makes it to the oven.