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Gluten free Christmas recipes

BY Georgia McDermott
Gluten free, fruit free mince pies arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree on a white speckled ceramic plate atop a white marble table. Some of the mince pies have full pastry tops, and some have cut out star decorations. Glasses of water cast a light and shadow across the right hand side of the image

Christmas always creeps up on me and leaves me scrambling to organise a menu. Not this year! I am getting ahead of schedule by rounding up all of my favourite gluten free Christmas recipes. They are vegetarian or vegan with plenty of low FODMAP, nut free, xanthan gum free and egg free options. Shall we get straight into it?

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An aerial macro image of a chocolate roulade topped with Nutella mascarpone and fresh raspberries

Savoury gluten free Christmas recipes

Gluten free focaccia

A focaccia is always at home on the festive table, which is why I am starting this collection with my gluten free focaccia recipe. It is fluffy, light and delicious yet also xanthan gum free and completely vegan.

Gluten free Focaccia (vegan, xanthan gum free)
A delicious gluten free, xanthan gum and vegan focaccia.
Check out this recipe
A close up aerial image of a gluten free focaccia that is golden brown and topped with green olives, kalamata olives, sage leaves, rosemary sprigs and flaky sea salt
An aerial macro image of a golden brown gluten free focaccia topped with pickled roasted garlic, olives, pickled peppers and fennel seeds.

Gluten free arancini (low FODMAP)

Is there a better festive treat than an arancini? I say no. These gluten free arancini are egg free and use any of my low FODMAP risotto recipes so they are low FODMAP as well.

Gluten free arancini
Delicious gluten free arancini that is egg free and made with low FODMAP risotto.
Check out this recipe
A sunlit view of a white speckled ceramic plate topped with gluten free arancini. One arancini has been torn in half, revealing the cheesy centre. A glass of water sits to the top left of the image.
A close up macro image of a gluten free arancini on a white marble table. The arancini is cacio e pepe flavour and has been torn open to reveal the melting mozzarella inside.

Gluten free Yorkshire puddings

My Dad is from Yorkshire so I grew up eating Yorkshire puddings on many a special occasion. These delicious Yorkshire puds are xanthan gum free and super low key to make.

Gluten free Yorkshire puddings
Gluten free and xanthan gum free Yorkshire puddings that are easy and delicious.
Check out this recipe
A side on image of a gluten free Yorkshire pudding filled with gravy and surrounded by vegetables. The food sits on a dark plate atop a dark backdrop and two glasses of water sit in the top left of the image
A side on image of a gluten free Yorkshire pudding filled with gravy and surrounded by vegetables. The food sits on a dark plate atop a dark backdrop and two glasses of water sit in the top left of the image

Gluten free low FODMAP stuffed pumpkins

If you’re looking for a delicious gluten free vegetarian Christmas main, look no further! This is a recipe I developed for The Guardian and IGA. It uses a gluten free, low FODMAP stuffing base which I could eat by the truckload.

Gluten free vegetarian stuffing filled roasted pumpkin
A delicious vegetarian Christmas main that is lower FODMAP, nut free and easily vegan.
Check out this recipe
A moody image of a white and blue plate topped with stuffed pumpkins against a dark backdrop
A moody image of a white and blue plate topped with stuffed pumpkins against a dark backdrop

Gluten free nut loaf

A lower FODMAP and gluten free nut loaf that is full of flavour and makes for a delicious vegetarian main dish.

Low FODMAP nut loaf
A delicious low FODMAP and gluten free take on a classic nut loaf.
Check out this recipe
FODMAP friendly, gluten free nut loaf sits on a black baking tray against a black backrop
FODMAP friendly, gluten free nut loaf sits on a black baking tray against a black backrop

Low FODMAP gluten free vegan nut loaf (without nuts)

I couldn’t let my vegan friends miss out! This vegan meatloaf is gluten free, low FODMAP and uses absolutely no nuts.

Low FODMAP vegan meatloaf
Gluten free, vegan, low FODMAP AND completely nut free!
Check out this recipe
An aerial image of two slices of gluten free vegan nut loaf without nuts on a white ceramic plate
An aerial image of a plate topped with nut loaf and roasted vegetables atop a terracotta backdrop

Gluten free rough puff pastry

A good pastry recipe is essential over the festive season and this one is my favourite. It is much simpler to make than a traditional puff pastry but has so many gorgeous flaky layers.

Gluten free rough puff pastry
Everyone needs a good rough puff pastry recipe up their sleeve.
Check out this recipe
A close up macro image of the lattice pastry top of a gluten free apple pie. The lattice pastry is golden brown and topped with finishing sugar, and the apple filling pokes out between the lattice work.
An aerial view of a gluten free tomato, thyme and goats cheese galette. The galette is golden brown and sits atop a dark grey metal backdrop

Gluten free pumpkin, sage and goat’s cheese tart

All of the flavours I love rolled into one delicious tart! Use the gluten free rough puff pastry and you’ve got yourself a stunning gluten free vegetarian main dish.

Gluten free pumpkin, sage and goat’s cheese tart
A delicious gluten free, vegetarian and lower FODMAP main dish.
Check out this recipe
A side on view of a gluten free pumpkin, sage and goats cheese tart with an ornamental pie lid. The pie is covered with pastry and surrounded by a thick border of pastry leaves that have become golden brown in the oven. The pie is being held by two female hands in a wooly grey jumper. A salt dish and a glass of water sit in the foreground on the mottled wooden backdrop
An aerial image of a gluten free pumpkin, sage and goats cheese tart sitting on a white marble backdrop. The tart is a deep orange, dotted with melted goats cheese and topped with fresh sage leaves. The tart is casually surrounded by water glasses, plates and an empty pie dish

Gluten free vegetarian moussaka (low FODMAP)

This delicious gluten free vegetarian moussaka uses my forever favourite tofu mince to make a ‘meaty’ and protein packed filling. If you can find some smoked mozzarella, it takes the béchamel to another level.

FODMAP friendly vegetarian moussaka
A delicious festive main for the gluten free vegetarians.
Check out this recipe
A tray of FODMAP friendly vegetarian moussaka sitting on a light tiled surface in bright sunlight. The top of the moussaka is cheesy, golden and caramelised. Around the edges of the moussaka tray and glasses of water lit with sunlight, a plate and a white linen cloth.
A tray of FODMAP friendly vegetarian moussaka sitting on a light tiled surface in bright sunlight. The top of the moussaka is cheesy, golden and caramelised. Around the edges of the moussaka tray and glasses of water lit with sunlight, a plate and a white linen cloth.

Vegan, gluten free and low FODMAP lasagne

This recipe is one of my favourites because of how many diets it can cater to while still being absolutely delicious.

Low FODMAP gluten free vegan lasagne
All bases covered!
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A FODMAP friendly vegan lasagne in a white rectangular baking dish on an olive green backdrop. A slice of the lasagne sits to the top left of the tray and a glass of water sits in the top right corner.
An aerial view of a gluten free vegan lasagne on a dark green backdrop. A piece of the lasagne has been removed from the bottom right side of the dish and served on a green ceramic plate to the top left of the image

Gluten free egg pasta without xanthan gum

Xanthan gum doesn’t agree with everyone and it can be made with corn which is a common allergen. I developed this gluten free egg pasta recipe to be made without xanthan gum so that everyone can enjoy it.

Gluten free egg pasta without xanthan gum
No xanthan gum necessary.
Check out this recipe
An aerial image of gluten free egg pasta on a wooden board atop a white marble table. Two glasses of water sit to the top of the image.
A close up macro image of gluten free pasta strands

Gluten free Mac and cheese (low FODMAP)

I mean, do I need to say more here?

Low FODMAP mac and cheese (gluten free)
A delicious gluten free low FODMAP Mac and cheese that is delicious baked or just straight out of the pot.
Check out this recipe
A close up of a mac and cheese bake in a white baking dish. Some of the bake has been removed, revealing the creamy mac and cheese underneath the golden brown topping.
A close up of a mac and cheese bake in a white baking dish. Some of the bake has been removed, revealing the creamy mac and cheese underneath the golden brown topping.

Gluten free potato gnocchi

This simple gluten free potato gnocchi is xanthan gum free and nut free. It uses a short list of ingredients for a delicious end result.

Gluten free potato gnocchi
Pillowy and delicious gluten free potato gnocchi – no xanthan gum needed.
Check out this recipe
A close up of a small skillet of FODMAP friendly pasta sauce baked with gluten free potato gnocchi. A fork dips into the gnocchi in the bottom right hand side of the image.
A close up of a small skillet of FODMAP friendly pasta sauce baked with gluten free potato gnocchi. A fork dips into the gnocchi in the bottom right hand side of the image.

Gluten free vegan gravy

No Christmas table is complete without gravy! This version is not only gluten free but also vegan and low FODMAP. It is one of my favourite things to eat over the festive season.

Gluten free, vegan and FODMAP friendly gravy
A delicious and easy recipe that everyone will love.
Check out this recipe
An aerial view of a plate of mashed potatoes smothered in FODMAP friendly vegan gravy. The dish sits atop a white ceramic plate on a white benchtop
An aerial view of a plate of mashed potatoes smothered in FODMAP friendly vegan gravy. The dish sits atop a white ceramic plate on a white benchtop

Sweet gluten free Christmas recipes

Gluten free gingerbread cookies

Any roundup of gluten free Christmas recipes is incomplete without some gingerbread! This recipe is easy and endlessly customisable for a whole host of different diets.

Gluten free gingerbread without eggs
Gluten free, egg free gingerbread cookies with a vegan option and a low FODMAP option.
Check out this recipe
An aerial view of gluten free gingerbread people atop a white speckled ceramic plate. The gingerbread are lightly decorated with white icing, giving them smiley faces and other small details
An aerial view of gluten free gingerbread people atop a white speckled ceramic plate. The gingerbread are lightly decorated with white icing, giving them smiley faces and other small details

Gluten free shortbread cookies

If I had to choose one cookie over Christmas, it would be shortbread. Buttery, rich and generally irresistible, this gluten free recipe has lots of options. I have tested all sorts of starches for a corn free option and the recipe is naturally xanthan gum free. The chocolate chip version pictured is easy to adapt from the recipe below but I have also written it up here.

Gluten free shortbread recipe without xanthan gum
An easy and delicious recipe for gluten free shortbread with plenty of starch options for different needs.
Check out this recipe
A side on shot of a stack of gluten free shortbread. The shortbread are being dusted with icing sugar from the top right of the image. A single shortbread leans against the stack to the left of the image.
A brightly lit aerial view of gluten free choc chip shortbreads casually arranged on a white speckled ceramic plate

Gluten free vegan brownie cookies

Sometimes you just need a crowd pleaser and this is one of those recipes. Gluten free, xanthan gum free, egg and dairy free as well as nut free – many bases covered.

Vegan, gluten free brownie cookies
Undetectably vegan brownie cookies that are gluten free, nut free and absolutely delicious.
Check out this recipe
An aerial close up view of a stack of gluten free vegan brownie cookies. The brownie cookies are shiny and crackled and the centre cookie is sprinkled with sea salt flakes
An aerial, moody photo of a stack of vegan brownie cookies that are egg free, gluten free and made without xanthan gum. The cookies have shiny, crackled tops and the cookie on the top of the stack at the centre is sprinkled with sea salt flakes

Gluten free sugar cookies

I am newer to sugar cookies, but now I wonder what took me so long! Simple and delicious, these gluten free sugar cookies can be used for decorating or just for eating.

Gluten free sugar cookies (egg free)
Gluten free sugar cookies that are snappy, delicious and perfect for shapes.
Check out this recipe
An aerial sunlit image of gluten free sugar cookies on a white speckled ceramic plate topped with pink buttercream and rainbow sprinkles
An aerial sunlit image of gluten free sugar cookies on a white speckled ceramic plate topped with pink buttercream and rainbow sprinkles

Gluten free low FODMAP Christmas pudding

I hate to play favourites, but this low FODMAP Christmas pudding is one of my proudest achievements. It uses candied pumpkin instead of fruit for a lower fructose, lower FODMAP option.

Low FODMAP Christmas pudding
A delicious low FODMAP and gluten free pudding.
Check out this recipe
A side on view of a fruitless Christmas pudding topped with cherries against a green backdrop
A fruitless, gluten free Christmas pudding topped with cherries and a sparkler

Gluten free low FODMAP mince pies

Naturally, my candied pumpkin fruit mince inspired me to make these gluten free, low FODMAP mince pies. They are buttery, delicious little morsels that just happen to work well for a number of different dietary requirements.

Gluten free low FODMAP mince pies
Another low FODMAP take on a traditionally fruit based Christmas treat.
Check out this recipe
Gluten free, fruit free mince pies arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree on a dark steel backdrop. Some of the mince pies have full pastry tops, and some have cut out star decorations.
Gluten free, fruit free mince pies arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree on a dark steel backdrop. Some of the mince pies have full pastry tops, and some have cut out star decorations.

Lactose free berry curd pavlova

I know that pavlova is naturally gluten free, but I wouldn’t be a good Australian if I didn’t include a recipe in a festive roundup. This recipe utilises a dairy free berry curd which happens to use all the egg yolks from the pavlova making.

Pavlova with lactose free raspberry curd and berries
A delicious lactose free no-waste dessert that is a Christmas classic.
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Pavlova covered in lactose free raspberry curd and lots of red berries against a black backdrop
Pavlova with raspberry curd and lots of red berries against a dark backdrop

Gluten free chocolate berry roulade

Another recipe I developed for The Guardian and IGA, this gorgeous roulade is the perfect Christmas dessert. Gluten free, nut free and easily low FODMAP, this stunning treat is as delicious as it looks.

Chocolate berry roulade
Naturally gluten free and nut free, this gorgeous roulade is a festive showstopper.
Check out this recipe
A side on image of a chocolate berry roulade on a white table against a dark backdrop. The roulade has been sliced to reveal the berries and cream inside. Icing sugar falls from the top of the image onto the berries atop the roulade
A side on image of a chocolate berry roulade on a white table against a dark backdrop. The roulade has been sliced to reveal the berries and cream inside. Icing sugar falls from the top of the image onto the berries atop the roulade

Gluten free cheesecake

This recipe uses a gluten free cheesecake base which we’re making from scratch. Store bought biscuits cost an arm and a leg these days, so we’re DIYing for a delicious and easy result. If you use lactose free cream cheese, this cheesecake is also low FODMAP. And for those with an egg allergy, I have an eggless version as well.

Gluten free cheesecake
A delicious gluten free base made from scratch and a lactose free cheesecake layer.
Check out this recipe
A moody side on image of a slice of gluten free cheesecake on a white plate and marble table against a dark backdrop. A sprinkle of icing sugar falls from the top of the image
A moody side on image of a slice of gluten free cheesecake on a white plate and marble table against a dark backdrop. A sprinkle of icing sugar falls from the top of the image

Lactose free creme caramel

Naturally gluten free, yes, but still worth including in any Christmas roundup. This gorgeous creme caramel is a dessert everyone will love and it looks very impressive. This recipe uses lactose free dairy for a lactose free, low FODMAP treat.

Lactose free creme caramel
An impressive festive dessert that is undetectably low FODMAP.
Check out this recipe
Lactose free creme caramel from www.georgeats.com | @georgeats
An aerial image of a lactose free creme caramel on a white ceramic plate atop a white marble table

Gluten free lactose free Tiramisu

Not much can beat the combination of cream, sugar, chocolate and coffee. Tiramisu is one of my favourite desserts and this version is secretly gluten free and low FODMAP.

Low FODMAP, lactose free and gluten free Tiramisu
A Tiramisu that everyone will enjoy!
Check out this recipe
A slice on view of two slices of gluten free, FODMAP friendly tiramisu. One piece of tiramisu is suspended in the air, while the other sits atop a white marble table against a black backdrop
A slice on view of two slices of gluten free, FODMAP friendly tiramisu. One piece of tiramisu is suspended in the air, while the other sits atop a white marble table against a black backdrop

Gluten free pistachio Tiramisu

Tiramisu is good, but pistachio Tiramisu? Arguably even better. This is a perfect festive treat because pistachios and pistachio paste will set you back a small mortgage 🙂

Gluten free pistachio tiramisu
AKA: heaven.
Check out this recipe
A side on image of a slice of gluten free Pistachio Tiramisu on a white speckled ceramic plate atop a white marble table. The white ceramic dish that holds the remaining Tiramisu sits in the background
An aerial image of a gluten free pistachio Tiramisu in a white ceramic dish atop a dark grey background in contrasting sunlight. Two sunlit water glasses sit to the left of the Tiramisu and a small ceramic bowl of chopped pistachios sits to the right of the image.

Gluten free yuzu Tiramisu

A fresh, light and delicious gluten free Tiramisu with lemony flavours and the distinct twang of yuzu. A simple yet dreamy dessert, perfect for a Southern Hemisphere Christmas.

Yuzu Tiramisu (gluten free)
A fresh, bright and delicious yuzu Tiramisu.
Check out this recipe
A side on macro image of a slice of gluten free Yuzu Tiramisu. The slice sits atop a white ceramic plate against a white linen backdrop. It is surrounded by lemons in the foreground and background of the image.
A side on macro image of a slice of gluten free Yuzu Tiramisu. The slice sits atop a white ceramic plate against a white linen backdrop. It is surrounded by lemons in the foreground and background of the image.

Gluten free cinnamon rolls

Ending on a high note with these delicious cinnamon rolls that do it all! They are gluten free, xanthan gum free, nut free, vegan AND yeast free. Phew. A perfect Christmas treat or even a breakfast on Christmas morning.

Vegan, gluten-free cinnamon scrolls without yeast
An easy and delicious Christmas breakfast.
Check out this recipe
An aerial close up image of gluten free, vegan cinnamon scrolls in a baking dish. The scrolls are topped with a sugary glaze.
An aerial close up image of gluten free, vegan cinnamon scrolls in a baking dish. The scrolls are topped with a sugary glaze.

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