And similar to that, it’s December — holy smokes!
My youngsters have already made their Christmas lists and “snow” is fairly excessive up there for 2 out of my three. Undecided how Santa goes to tug that one out of his crimson sack, however perhaps a festive, gluten free Christmas cookie might persuade him? 😉
That stated, as we speak I’m sharing my High 10 Gluten Free Christmas Cookies and Treats to whip up this vacation season. Large time emphasis on “gluten free however doesn’t style prefer it” as a result of in case your gluten free baked items aren’t nearly as good because the “actual factor” — what’s the purpose?
This recipe roundup is sponsored by my pals at Cameron’s Espresso and their scrumptious vacation espresso flavors together with Crème Brûlée Latte and White Chocolate Peppermint. Might these flavors BE any extra festive?
My youngsters insist on Home made Sizzling Chocolate anytime they arrive in from enjoying within the chilly, or we’re doing something festive like baking Christmas cookies. They’re principally in it for the mini marshmallows.
Me although? I’d choose a enjoyable and flavorful cup of Cameron’s Espresso over sizzling cocoa any day.
I’ve been consuming Cameron’s Espresso completely for over 7 years now. I do know this as a result of after my center little one, whose identify is Cameron and is 7, was born, my SIL who was over visiting requested, “did you identify him after the espresso?!” when she noticed a field of Ecopods in my cabinet. We didn’t identify him Cameron after the espresso on goal, however perhaps the repetition of brewing a cup each morning performed a component?!
Nicely right here we’re over 7 years later and I nonetheless purchase Cameron’s Espresso every month on the grocery retailer. Their espresso is clean, by no means bitter, and brings espresso store high quality espresso proper to your house.
Vacation Espresso Flavors
The 2 vacation flavors I’m sharing as we speak embrace Crème Brûlée Latte which come as grounds or Ecopods that you should use in your Keurig. It is a gentle roast espresso flavored with toasted caramel and vanilla. SO GOOD, and nice to brew on a cold morning, or doll up with a splash of your favourite creamer plus a caramel and crushed cookie rim as a magical nightcap.
The second vacation taste is White Chocolate Peppermint which is one other gentle roast with a candy peppermint spin. I often drink my espresso black, so I respect the trace of minty sweetness. Every mug is scrumptious by itself, however can be so so particular dolloped with whipped cream and crushed sweet canes to soften into the new espresso.
Search for these two vacation flavors in shops now!
Whereas a morning within the season that shall not be named is nearly all the time made higher with a sizzling cup of espresso, a sizzling mug additionally pairs effectively with any of the gluten free Christmas cookies I’m sharing under.
It will possibly really feel particularly tough to stay and eat gluten free through the holidays. Not solely is that this time of 12 months full of nostalgia of creating and consuming sure meals which will not match inside your gluten free life-style, but in addition events, potlucks, and celebrations all centered round FOOD!
I completely get it! It will possibly all really feel tense and overwhelming, however in the case of Christmas Cookies, I’ve acquired you lined with these 10 gluten free cookie recipes and deal with recipes which might be excellent for the vacations.
Finest Gluten Free Flours for Baking Christmas Cookies
There are dozens and dozens of gluten free flour blends in the marketplace, however I discover these two available blends to be nice for baking Christmas Cookies:
- Bob’s Crimson Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour. It is a unbelievable “on a regular basis” gluten free flour mix that already contains xanthan gum as a binder so that you don’t want so as to add the rest to make it work as a 1:1 substitute for all-purpose flour.
- King Arthur Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour. One other nice 1:1 substitute for all-purpose flour. Word: King Arthur has a pair completely different gluten free / paleo flour merchandise, and the packaging all seems to be very related, so be sure you get the Measure for Measure mix that features xanthan gum inside.
- Almond flour. One of many recipes under requires almond flour, and I don’t discover any specific model works higher than one other. So long as its licensed gluten free and labeled “tremendous tremendous”, try to be good to go.
Most gluten free flour blends that include a binder work effectively for gluten free cookie recipes, however these are my go-to, by no means fail flour blends for cookies, particularly.
Gluten Free Vacation Baking FAQ
Are you able to present weights for the gluten free flour quantities in your baking recipes?
- The quick reply is, no. The longer reply is, as a result of gluten free flour blends all include completely different grains/starches that every one weigh completely different quantities, the same amount of every mix will weigh completely different quantities. For instance, 1/4 cup of the Bob’s Crimson Mill flour mix I discussed above weighs 37 grams, whereas the identical quantity of the King Arthur mix weighs 31 grams. 1/4 cup of tremendous tremendous almond flour weighs 28 grams, and so forth and so forth!
What’s the easiest way to measure gluten free flour?
- The easiest way to measure gluten free flour is to make use of a spoon to scoop the flour/flour mix right into a measuring cup then use the again of a knife to stage it off. Keep away from packing, particularly when utilizing starches like tapioca starch or corn starch.
Can I make the gluten free cookie dough forward of time?
- Sure! Making gluten free cookie dough forward of time truly makes for a greater cookie as a result of the gluten free flour has an opportunity to correctly hydrate, which leads to clean, non-gritty cookies. Try the “Why You Ought to Refrigerate Your Cookie Dough” part in this publish for extra data.
Can I freeze gluten free cookie dough?
- For positive. Scoop the cookie dough onto a wax paper or parchment paper-lined half sheet pan. Press down on every dough ball barely so that they’re extra like pucks vs balls, then freeze strong. Switch the frozen cookie dough into gallon measurement Ziplock freezer luggage then freeze for as much as 3 months. Bake frozen in response to recipe instructions, including just a few further minutes of baking time if wanted.
Can I freeze baked gluten free cookies?
- One other sure! Bake then cool the cookies utterly after which layer them inside gallon measurement Ziplock freezer luggage between sheets of wax or parchment paper. Freeze for as much as 3 months then thaw on the counter.
The place can I discover gluten free Christmas sprinkles?
What chocolate chips are gluten free?
- I take advantage of Take pleasure in Life baking chocolate for all of my gluten free baking as their merchandise are free from 14 widespread allergens. Greater than that, their chocolate is simply actually good. Additionally they have white chocolate chips which we’ve used to veganize Christmas Crunch earlier than.
With out additional ado, seize your aprons — and a festive cup of espresso — activate some vacation tunes, and lets get to baking!
10 Gluten Free Christmas Cookies and Treats
#1 Smooth and Chewy Gluten Free Sugar Cookies
Aka the one gluten free sugar cookie recipe you’ll ever want. Completely candy with that signature crackly high. The dough might be baked as circle/drop cookies, or rolled out then reduce into shapes with cookie cutters. Actually indistinguishable from common sugar cookies.
#2 Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blossoms
Peanut Butter “Kiss” Cookies have been a Christmas cookie staple in my home rising up, and nonetheless are because of this gluten free model. The mix of crackly, peanut butter cookies with candy chocolate kisses is irresistible. On the time of this writing, common Hershey Kisses ARE gluten free.
#3 Gluten Free Ginger Molasses Cookies
These “mushy batch” fashion gluten free cookies are stuffed with warming spices and flavors together with cinnamon, ginger, floor cloves, and molasses. They only scream “holidays!” to me and are unattainable to cease at only one (you’ve been warned). It is a no brainer pairing with a creamy mug of Cameron’s Crème Brûlée Latte espresso.
#4 Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
I hacked a field mixture of tremendous widespread (and tremendous costly!) almond flour cookies they usually style precisely the identical for a complete lot much less. These silver dollar-sized cookies are excellent for gluten free + grain free cookie lovers.
#5 Christmas Crunch
In the event you assume puffcorn is irresistible by itself making an attempt smothering it in melted white chocolate then tossing with peanuts, pretzels, M&Ms and gluten free sprinkles. INSANE! That is the gluten free Christmas deal with we make every year to go out to our neighbors and all the time make an additional batch to have available at house.
#6 Chocolate-Peppermint Pet Chow
This peppermint spin on pet chow is legit one of the best factor since sliced (gluten free) bread. My youngsters beg for me to make this every year beginning in early November. A bowl of this with a mug of Cameron’s White Chocolate Peppermint espresso is an ELITE afternoon choose me up!
#7 Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Meet your new, go-to Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. These cookies are made with a handful of on a regular basis substances, and are crisp on the within and dense and chewy within the facilities. CCC perfection, if I do say so myself!
#8 Chocolate Peppermint Lined Pretzels
The mix of candy, salty, minty, crunchy, and creamy in Chocolate Peppermint Lined Pretzels is actually irresistible. Dare you to attempt to eat only one!
#9 Darkish Chocolate Peppermint Bark
This festive deal with makes for an awesome present as a result of it’s easy to make, and solely requires 3 substances. Pair with a bag of Cameron’s White Chocolate Peppermint espresso grounds or Ecopods for tremendous considerate vacation present!
#10 Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
I’m a sucker for a very good oatmeal chocolate chip cookie. Make it gluten free and with brown butter, and I’m hooked! These simple but particular gluten free cookies are a should have to your vacation cookie tray.
BONUS! Buckeyes
These chocolate lined peanut butter balls are luscious, creamy, and the proper mixture of chocolate and peanut butter — ‘nuf stated! A superb addition to any vacation cookie plate!
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