Whip up any of these delicious gluten free holiday recipes this year for a tasty treat the whole family will enjoy.
The holidays are a time to share with friends, family, and loved ones. While the holidays this year may look a little bit different and we may not be able to gather everyone around the table like we used to, this doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the season.
Nothing spreads holiday cheer like a bowl of old-fashioned cranberry sauce or a batch of yeasty rolls. When it’s time for dessert, dig into a classic Christmas pudding or grab a slice of pumpkin pie. With a few adjustments and the right ingredients, just about any holiday recipe can be made 100% gluten free!
If you want to kick off the holiday season with flavor, you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find a collection of gluten free holiday recipes you and the family are sure to delight in.
Try These Tasty Gluten Free Holiday Recipes
When it comes to holiday recipes, it’s all about tradition but that doesn’t mean you can’t put a modern twist on a beloved classic. With Schär gluten free favorites, you can turn traditional holiday recipes into gluten free masterpieces everyone can enjoy. It may take a little bit of experimentation to get the recipe perfect, but then you’ll be able to enjoy your new creation for many holiday seasons to come.
Bring on the holiday cheer with these delicious recipes fit for the whole family:
1. Rosemary Honey Baked Brie
Drizzled with honey and lightly flavored with fresh rosemary, this baked brie is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party. Best of all, it only takes about 15 minutes to make.
Servings: Makes 1 wheel
Ingredients:
- 1 (7-ounce) brie wheel
- Honey, as needed
- Fresh rosemary
- Schär Gluten Free Entertainment Crackers
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the brie wheel in a round oven-safe dish.
- Drizzle the brie with honey and top with sprigs of fresh rosemary.
- Bake for 10 minutes or so until soft and starting to ooze.
- Serve hot with Schär Gluten Free Entertainment Crackers for dipping.
2. Easy Sausage Bites
If you’re looking for a hearty hors d’oeuvres to hold your guests over until dinner time, these easy sausage bites are the way to go. Whipped up with gluten free breadcrumbs and presented on a holiday serving dish, these sausage bites aren’t going to last long!
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 large egg, whisked
- ½ cup Schär Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
Instructions:
- Combine the sausage and egg in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle in the Schär Gluten Free Breadcrumbs and mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls by hand.
- Brown the sausage balls in a large skillet then drain the excess fat.
- Combine the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce in a medium bowl.
- Pour the mixture into the sausage balls and simmer for 10 minutes until cooked through.
3. Classic Holiday Stuffing
Nothing says the holidays like a moist and tender stuffing. By using Schär gluten free bread, you can quickly whip up a batch of stuffing to bake in the oven or stuff into a turkey.
Servings: 8 to 12
Ingredients:
- 2 loaves Schär Artisan Baker White Bread
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 medium stalks celery, chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon ground sage
- Salt and pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions:
- Lay the slices of Schär Artisan Baker White Bread out on drying racks for 1 to 2 hours.
- Cut the bread into 1-inch pieces and set aside in a bowl.
- Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat then stir in the onion and celery.
- Cook until the onion is softened then stir in the herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Toss in the bread cubes until evenly coated with the mixture.
- Drizzle the broth over the bread mixture and toss well until everything is coated.
- Bake in a greased 2.5-quart casserole dish at 350°F for 35 to 45 minutes.
- Alternatively, stuff into a turkey and cook the turkey as directed.
4. Baked Onion Dip
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or looking for a quick and easy recipe to whip up for the family, this creamy baked onion dip is sure to hit the spot. Serve with toasted slices of gluten free baguette or your favorite Schär gluten free crackers for easy dipping.
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced thin
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded swiss cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper
- Schär Gluten Free Table Crackers
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Transfer the onions and garlic into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cream cheese, swiss cheese, and mayonnaise then season with salt and pepper.
- Stir everything together to melt the cheese.
- Transfer the dip into a serving bowl and serve with Schär gluten free crackers.
5. Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
Looking for the perfect side dish for your holiday feast? This cheesy cauliflower bake is hot and hearty, absolutely loaded with melted cheese and topped with gluten free breadcrumbs for a subtle crunch.
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ large heads cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 tablespoons butter, chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme
- Salt and pepper
- Schär Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
- Add the cauliflower and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain well.
- Grease a large baking dish with 2 tablespoons butter then sprinkle in half the cauliflower.
- Pour half the heavy cream over the cauliflower and dot with butter.
- Add half the cheddar, parmesan, garlic, and thyme then repeat the layers.
- Sprinkle the top with Schär Gluten Free Breadcrumbs then season with salt and pepper.
- Bake until melted and golden, about 30 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
6. Simple Herb-Roasted Turkey
Roasting a turkey doesn’t have to be complicated and the recipe is easy to adjust based on the size of the bird. This recipe is simple and gluten-free with no adjustment needed, plus, you can customize it according to your taste by choosing the herbs you want to stuff it with.
Servings: 12 to 16
Ingredients:
- 1 thawed turkey (12 to 20 pounds)
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme
- 1 yellow onion, quartered
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 apple, quartered
- Sprigs of fresh herbs (your choice)
Instructions:
- Let the turkey come to room temperature about 1 hour before roasting.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and adjust the rack so the turkey will sit in the middle of the oven.
- Combine the softened butter, garlic, salt, and pepper with 1 tablespoon each fresh chopped rosemary and fresh thyme.
- Remove the giblets from the turkey and rinse it well, inside and out. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season the cavity with salt and pepper then stuff with the lemon, apple, onion, and sprigs of herbs.
- Loosen the skin over the breasts and spread some of the herb butter underneath.
- Tuck the wings under the turkey and place it on the roasting pan.
- Melt the remaining herb butter and base the turkey with it.
- Roast for 13 to 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature of the breast and thigh reaches about 165°F.
- You may need to check the turkey halfway through roasting and cover the breasts with foil to keep them from overcooking.
- Let the turkey rest 20 to 30 minutes before carving.
7. Old-Fashioned Cranberry Sauce
Thick quick-and-easy cranberry sauce is a must-have for holiday meals. Not only is it full of flavor and tender cranberries, but it doesn’t require any gluten-containing ingredients!
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 ¼ cups white sugar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup port wine
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 2 teaspoons fresh orange zest
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Stir in the onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
- Add the sugar, water, port, ground ginger, and cranberries then bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer until the cranberries pop, about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Remove from heat then stir in the orange zest.
- Cool to room temperature or chill before serving.
8. Buttery Roasted Broccoli
Give green vegetables a little something extra with butter and gluten free breadcrumbs. This roasted broccoli is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 2 heads fresh broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup Schär Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Cut the broccoli into florets and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the broccoli on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- While the broccoli is roasting, combine the butter and garlic in a large skillet.
- Melt the butter then add the breadcrumbs, stirring over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Transfer the roasted broccoli to a serving dish and top with the buttery breadcrumbs to serve.
9. Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Tender roasted beef is the ultimate holiday meal and it’s simple to scale for the size of your family. Enjoy the beef hot with your favorite holiday sides then serve up the leftovers sliced thin, layered with cheese, on Schär Multigrain Ciabatta buns for sandwiches the next day.
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 (5-pound) boneless beef tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons coarse salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh ground pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a metal rack in a shallow roasting pan.
- Combine the oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the tenderloin on the rack and rub the oil and garlic mixture over it.
- Roast the tenderloin until it reaches the desired level of doneness, about 45 to 65 minutes (the internal temperature should read 135°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium, or 145°F for medium well).
- Remove the roast from the oven and tent loosely with foil.
- Let the roast stand for 15 minutes before slicing to serve.
10. Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
No holiday would be complete without pumpkin pie. While pumpkin pie filling is easy to prepare, the crust is sometimes the problem. With Schär Gluten Free Honeygrams, however, you can whip up a tasty graham cracker crust in just 10 to 15 minutes.
Servings: 15
Ingredients:
- Schär Gluten Free Honeygrams
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Crush the Schär Gluten Free Honeygrams into crumbs then measure out 2 ½ cups.
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs with the sugar and butter in a medium bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of two 9-inch pie plates.
- Bake until lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat together the remaining ingredients until well combined.
- Divide the filling between the two crusts then bake for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake until the center of each pie is set, another 25 to 30 minutes.
- Cool the pies completely on a wire rack before serving.
11. Flourless Chocolate Torte
For chocolate fans out there, this flourless chocolate torte is definitely a recipe to try. Made entirely without gluten-containing ingredients, it has a rich, moist texture and plenty of chocolate flavor.
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 2/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar, as desired
- Fresh berries, as desired
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan over low heat then stir smooth.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Let rest 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, and salt until very thick, about 6 minutes.
- Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture then pour into the springform pan.
- Bake for 40 to 42 minutes – the edges will remain raised, but the center will fall a little bit.
- Cool the cake for an hour in the pan then invert onto a serving plate.
- Garnish with powdered sugar and fresh berries to serve.
With a little creativity, your favorite holiday recipes can be made gluten free so the whole family can enjoy them. Stock up on Schär staples and try out some of the recipes above. With a hot oven and a family full of willing taste testers, you’re sure to have a happy holiday season this year.