I’ve gathered my favorite Christmas baking recipes in one convenient place. Every recipe below is free from gluten/wheat, dairy, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts—many are also soy-free and top-8-free. These gluten-free, vegan holiday treats let you enjoy classic flavors without allergens. Read on for easy, allergy-friendly options to brighten your season.
Each description corresponds to the photo above it. I hope these gluten-free, vegan Christmas recipes help you enjoy a delicious, worry-free holiday season.
Rich, sweet, buttery, soft and delightfully chewy caramels made with zero dairy. This simple six-ingredient recipe involves just stirring—no complicated steps—producing dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan caramels you’ll want to keep on hand.
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This dairy- and wheat-free version of Christmas Crack (saltine cracker toffee) recreates that buttery, toffee flavor using allergy-friendly substitutes. It’s easy, festive and makes a lovely neighbor gift. Free of milk, dairy, egg, peanut and tree nuts.
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Cherry Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Soft chocolate cookies filled with cherry pie filling and finished with extra chocolate drizzle. These vegan, gluten-free thumbprints are rich, tender and almost impossible to stop eating.
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Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
Soft-centered cookies drizzled with maple icing. No chilling required, these quick cookies capture the flavor of a maple bar without frying—perfect for a fast, maple-forward treat.
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Orange Rolls (from a mix!)
These sweet orange rolls are gluten-free, vegan and top-8-free. They start from a premade mix for convenience—no blending flours or measuring yeast—delivering a bright, citrusy roll. Swap in cinnamon for a classic twist.
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Soft, Roll Out Sugar Cookies
No holiday lineup is complete without roll-out sugar cookies. These allergy-friendly cookies roll, cut and decorate just like traditional versions—perfect for festive decorating with kids.
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Chocolate Orange Cookies
One-bowl soft cookies packed with chocolate chips and bright orange flavor. These are a simple, crowd-pleasing addition to any cookie plate.
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Chocolate Gingerbread Cupcakes
Combining chocolate and gingerbread into a moist cupcake—spicy, chocolatey and perfect for holiday gatherings. These allergy-friendly cupcakes please both sensitive eaters and those without allergies.
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Reindeer Rice Krispies
A fun, no-bake holiday treat. These simple reindeer Rice Krispies are an easy craft with kids and make charming, shareable treats for neighbors.
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Rice Krispie Christmas Trees
The easiest tree decorating you’ll ever do—no bake, kid-friendly and festive. These Rice Krispie trees are quick to assemble and great for plates or parties.
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Eggnog Cupcakes with Eggnog Frosting
If you love eggnog, these cupcakes deliver the flavor in both cake and frosting—rich, festive and perfect for holiday parties. A seasonal must on any gluten-free, vegan baking list.
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No Bake Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Bites
A quick, snackable dessert made from store-bought ingredients and no baking—assemble, dip in chocolate and enjoy. Ideal for last-minute trays and kids’ parties.
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Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies
Crisp edges, a soft chocolate center and a cooling peppermint note—these crinkle cookies dusted with powdered sugar look like fresh-fallen snow and taste like the holidays.
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Dairy Free Fudge
Super simple dairy-free fudge made from six ingredients—measure, melt and pour. This marshmallow-style fudge is truffle-like and requires no thermometer or advanced techniques.
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Dairy Free Peppermint Patties
Soft, chewy peppermint centers coated in rich chocolate—these no-bake patties use just a few ingredients and are fun to shape with kids. A classic, allergy-friendly holiday treat.
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Homemade Oreos
Thick, soft chocolate cookies sandwiched with a vegan cream filling—these homemade Oreos are ideal for cookie trays, neighbor gifts or holiday parties and please both allergy and non-allergy eaters.
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Christmas Rice Krispie Roll
A no-bake roll with festive red and green swirls—simple, colorful and surprising on any dessert table. The swirl adds a touch of holiday flair to a classic treat.
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White Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Cookies
Super soft chocolate cookies flavored with peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes. Dipped in dairy-free white chocolate to help the candy adhere—wintery, minty and indulgent.
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Gluten Free Dairy Free Oatmeal Fudge Bars
Thick, chewy oatmeal bars swirled with homemade fudge—like a chocolate chip oatmeal cookie amplified. These bars belong on every holiday goodie plate and are made allergy-friendly so more people can enjoy them.
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My gluten-free & dairy-free cookbook makes the best Christmas gift!
My cookbook includes 60 recipes—mains, sides, soups and desserts—designed for allergy families. It’s a useful gift for both those who need allergy-friendly meals and family members who want to cook safely when you visit.
Look inside for recipes like homemade chocolate mint pudding and chocolate fondue for more holiday dessert ideas.
MORE INFORMATION HERE.
Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas. If you bake gluten-free and vegan like we do, I hope these recipes bring back a sense of normalcy and joy. My family enjoys these treats every year and I hope they become part of your holiday traditions too.
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