37 gluten-free Christmas recipes
- Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor
Published: November 15, 2024 at 11:37 AM
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Whether you're looking for gluten-free Christmas desserts, turkey recipes, side dishes, starters, drinks or sauces, we have all the recipes you need for the festive season
This Christmas, make sure no one misses out with our best gluten-free recipes. We have festive centrepieces, side dishes, sauces and desserts all made without gluten, so everyone can enjoy the best food this Christmas.
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You'll also find luxurious hot drinks, Christmas tipples and edible gifts to give to loved ones with an intolerance.
For more inspiration, check out our best gluten-free baking recipes, edible Christmas gifts, top turkey recipes and vegan Christmas desserts. For effortless festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas. Find out what to eat this Christmas for a happy gut. Now find out how to follow a gluten-free diet.
Best-ever roast potatoes
Want to know how to cook the perfect roast potatoes? With our simple tricks you can achieve these crunchy and fluffy-centred roasties, every time.
Try our best roast potatoes and then check out our hasselback potatoes, goose fat roast potatoes, confit potatoes and parmentier potatoes.
Perfectly cooked turkey
Cooking turkey in a foil tent lets it steam in its own juices, resulting in more tender meat – then remove the foil and turn up the heat to get crispy skin.
See more Christmas turkey recipes.
Red cabbage with redcurrant jelly
Adding redcurrant jelly and balsamic vinegar gives red cabbage a sweet and sour edge, and a wonderfully glossy sauce. If you want to get ahead, this can be made up to two days before and reheated on the day to save time.
Try this gluten-free recipe for classic red cabbage, then check out our braised red cabbage, pickled red cabbage, slow cooker red cabbage and more Christmas red cabbage recipes.
Caramelised shallots and brussels sprouts
Try our gluten-free caramelised shallots and brussels sprouts for a special Christmas side dish. Caramelising the shallots and sprouts gives a sweet flavour, and the calvados adds an extra zing.
Make these impressive sprouts, then check out our brussels sprouts with bacon and chestnuts, sprouts with ginger and orange, roast sprouts and more brussels sprouts recipes.
Dry-brined turkey crown with green herb butter
Over the Christmas period, your fridge will be packed with herbs. Don’t waste any stalks, use them to make this delicious turkey. For additional flavour, put a few orange or lemon halves in the tray while the turkey roasts – they’ll get caramelised and charred, and will be great squeezed over the meat and veg.
Once you've tried this turkey crown, check out our easy turkey crown, roast turkey, roast turkey breast and more Christmas turkey recipes.
Honey-roasted parsnips
Bring an extra serving of veg to your Christmas dinner with crispy, golden, honey-roasted parsnips. This simple festive side takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
We've got plenty more Christmas trimmings recipes to make your day special.
Caraway blinis with beetroot salmon
Beetroot adds colour and a subtle earthy flavour to these easy smoked salmon canapés which are spiced with caraway and served with crème fraîche. The blinis themselves are made from buckwheat flour, which lends a gorgeous nutty texture.
Spiced pear chutney
Whether you're making chutney to give as a gluten-free gift, or serving it as part of a festive buffet, this is a brilliant recipe to try. Sour cherries give a tangy flavour, while star anise adds aromatic notes – it's wonderful with cheese and cold meats.
For more ideas, check out our Christmas chutney, tomato chutney and more chutney recipes.
Gluten-free Christmas pudding
This gluten-free take on a classic Christmas pudding has three types of ginger in the batter along with whisky to give an extra kick to your dessert.
Browse our sumptuous Christmas desserts.
Gluten-free Christmas cake
This gluten-free Christmas cake uses ground almonds for texture instead of flour. It's also been soaked in brandy for added flavour, moisture and decadence. Now try more gluten-free baking recipes.
Gluten-free gingerbread
These gluten-free gingerbread biscuits look beautiful decorated with white icing. Pack into paper bags for a gift, or hang on the tree with ribbon.
Posh bubble and squeak (with chestnuts)
Who doesn't love bubble and squeak? Posh it up with pancetta – make sure yours is gluten-free – and cooked chestnuts, and you've got yourself the perfect Boxing Day brunch.
See all our clever roast dinner leftovers recipes.
Baileys hot chocolate
If you thought hot chocolate couldn't get any better, think again – creamy Baileys and aromatic cinnamon make this festive hot drink even more luxurious.
Enjoy this? Then check out our mulled hot chocolate, luxury hot chocolate, spiked hot chocolate and more hot chocolate recipes. We've also got plenty more Baileys recipes for the perfect Christmas bakes and gifts.
Gluten-free mince pies
Just because you're gluten-free doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the Christmas fun. These boozy bourbon mince pies with meringue tops are a fabulous alternative to the classics.
Mince pie lovers should try our classic mince pies, puff pastry mince pies and vegan mince pies.
Chicken liver and port mousse
Rich chicken liver and boozy port come together to make this festive starter – serve with toasted slices of your favourite gluten-free bread.
Try this chicken liver mousse, then try our chicken liver pâté, chicken liver parfait, mushroom pâté and Christmas pâté recipes.
Mint chocolate mousse pots
Want to serve individual desserts to your gluten-free guests this Christmas? Try our creamy chocolate and peppermint pots for an impressive way to finish your meal.
For anyone who isn't gluten-free, there's our profiteroles, sherry trifle, yule log and lots more Christmas desserts.
Christmas ice cream sandwiches
Get baking and try these Christmassy pecan and chocolate chip cookie sandwiches with homemade mincemeat ice cream. This gluten-free recipe is fun to make with children and a great way to jazz up any homemade cookies.
For more sweet treats, browse our Christmas biscuits, Christmas cookies, gingerbread men and more Christmas baking recipes.
Chocolate, chestnut and cherry roulade
This beautiful Christmas dessert uses the classic combination of chocolate and cherry but with a festive twist of a light chestnut cream.
Try this gluten-free roulade, then check out our classic yule log, cherry clafoutis and chocolate cherry fondants.
Non-alcoholic eggnog
A booze-free and gluten-free take on a classic Christmas tipple, this eggnog is deliciously luxurious and creamy. Enjoy on Christmas Eve to really get you in the festive mood.
For more drink ideas, check out our classic eggnog, vegan eggnog and mulled wine recipe.
Rarebit mushrooms with pickle dressing
For an easy festive starter, serve mushrooms with mustardy rarebit topping and a quick vinegar dressing. It's a great one for gluten-free guests.
Try this, then check out our stuffed mushrooms and more vegetarian starters.
Cranberry-cured salmon
Tinged a festive shade of red from fresh cranberries, this cured salmon recipe is perfect for a gluten-free Christmas starter. Make your own dill and horseradish crème fraîche to serve.
Try this then check out our gravadlax, beetroot and gin cured salmon and mustard and dill cured salmon.
Whisky and maple roasted parsnips
Take your parsnips up a notch with a boozy hit of whisky and the sweetness of maple syrup. These roasted parsnips make a sophisticated side that any gluten-free guests can enjoy.
Got a bag of parsnips to use up? Try our roast parsnips, parsnip soup, parsnip chips and more parsnip recipes.
Brandy butter
You only need three ingredients and 10 minutes to whip up a batch of boozy brandy butter – the perfect accompaniment to gluten-free mince pies.
Alternatively, you can enjoy it with our classic Christmas pudding and more Christmas baking recipes.
Cranberry sauce
Give your homemade cranberry sauce a kick by adding sumac and orange zest. This recipe comes from east London's Bubala restaurant.
For something different, try our boozy cranberry sauce, and browse our Christmas trimmings ideas to accompany your festive centrepiece.
Sage butter basted roast cauliflower
For gluten-free vegetarian guests, give this roasted a cauliflower a go. It only requires six ingredients and is easy to make, but the finished dish is guaranteed to impress.
We have lots more vegetarian Christmas recipes for the festive season.
Ginger and caramel cake
Caramac drizzle creates a stunning drip finish to this impressive gluten-free layer cake, perfect for a grown-up celebration.
We've also got a fabulous salted caramel cheesecake that's guaranteed to wow the crowd.
Shredded brussels sprouts salad
When it's got to that time a few days after Christmas when you're craving something fresh and crunchy, turn left-over sprouts into this easy, pleasing salad. Walnuts, mustard and pancetta combine to make it one special meal.
If it's comfort you're craving, try our brussels sprouts gratin.
Kale with raisins and pine nuts
For a side dish with a difference, serve this peppery kale with pine nuts, raisins and sweet, garlicky shallots alongside your turkey on Christmas Day.
Looking for more like this? Have a look at out our best ever veggie sides for Christmas.
Carrot and parsnip dhal
Show your left-over roast veggies some love and use them to top a nourishing bowl of spiced tarka dhal. It's a great dish when you need a break from the classic festive flavours.
Or browse our spiced parsnip soup, parsnip curry, carrot soup, bubble and squeak and Christmas leftovers recipes.
Black forest gateau
Wow your guests with our nostalgic black forest cake with a modern twist. This chocolate and cherry gateau is a wonderful alternative for anyone who doesn't like Christmas pud.
Baileys chocolate pavlova
Get ahead with our decadent chocolate pavlova. The meringue base can be made the day before and filled with cream and chocolate just before serving.
For more like this, check out our classic pavlova, passion fruit pavlova, mini pavlovas and more pavlova recipes.
Clementine yogurt cake
Our gluten-free festive clementine cake makes a great alternative to traditional Christmas pud. The citrussy cake is covered in snowy white yogurt icing.
Try our clementine yogurt cake, then check out our classic Christmas cake, snowball cake, Italian Christmas cake and more Christmas baking recipes.
Salted caramel fudge
Flecked with sea salt, this smooth caramel fudge is perfect for serving after dinner with an espresso, or wrapping up and giving as an edible gift.
We have more Christmas gift recipes that you can make at home, including our classic fudge, Baileys fudge, vegan fudge and vanilla fudge.
Sour cherry stollen bars
This ingredients list may look lengthy but it’s all about building up the textures and flavours to make this the most moreish bar ever – way better than regular stollen and completely gluten-free.
Peppermint creams
Made with just three ingredients, these festive chocolate peppermint creams make a thoughtful homemade gift for those with a sweet tooth.
Make these peppermint creams, then check out our Baileys truffles, gingerbread, chocolate tiffin and more homemade food gifts for Christmas.
Affogato chocolate mousse
If you're hosting a dinner party with gluten-free guests, whip up our espresso-infused chocolate mousse for dessert. It's a rich, luxurious combination and ready in just 15 minutes.
Try this quick mousse then check out our classic chocolate mousse, chocolate mousse cake, vegan chocolate mousse and more chocolate mousse recipes.
Brussels sprout sauerkraut
Put left-over sprouts to good use, shred them and mix with ginger, caraway seeds and peppercorns, then ferment in a jar over a few days. The finished sauerkraut would be amazing in a Christmas sandwich with left-over meat.
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For more ways with leftovers, check out our Christmas leftovers recipes.
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