Baking for the holidays, but need something gluten-free? No worries, I’ve got you covered. These 13 gluten-free Christmas desserts are festive, foolproof, and taste just as good as the classics!
Gluten-Free Christmas Dessert Recipes for 2025
Christmas is almost here and we’re already testing which desserts will make the cut for our family table this year! Some years I go all out with elaborate Christmas bakes, BUT this time, we’re focusing on easy gluten-free recipes, the kind you can make with your kids on a snowy afternoon and still proudly serve at your Christmas parties!
This post gathers all of my favorite gluten-free Christmas desserts into ONE simple list! You’ll find cookies, bars, and cakes that are quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and full of that cozy holiday flavor. SAVE this one for when the season gets hectic but you still want something sweet, festive, and completely gluten-free on the table!
1) Gluten-Free M&M Sugar Cookies by A Dash of Megnut
These soft, chewy cookies are studded with colorful M&M’s and baked on a sweet sugar-cookie base that’s perfectly crisp at the edges and tender in the middle. They’ve got that classic buttery flavor everyone LOVES, plus just the right pop of chocolate in every bite.
Use red and green candies for the holidays and you’ve got a treat that basically looks like Christmas. The dough comes together fast: chill, scoop, bake, done! Great for cookie swaps, school parties, or sneaking straight from the cooling rack while they’re still warm!
2) Gluten-Free Peppermint Brownies by One Lovely Life
These brownies hit EVERY note of Christmas comfort: rich, fudgy centers, that signature crackly top, and just the right kiss of peppermint… They’re made with almond flour and real melted chocolate for a texture that’s dense, gooey, and deeply satisfying (basically everything you want from a brownie)!
Top them with crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles for an extra holiday sparkle, OR serve warm with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of hot fudge for brownie-sundae bliss! These are the kind of treats that disappear fast so maybe make a double batch, just sayin!
3) No Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake by Nourishing Amy
This no-bake cheesecake is pure Christmas magic… creamy, spiced, and beautifully festive without even turning on the oven! It’s made with vegan and gluten-free ingredients, yet still feels completely indulgent. The base is buttery and crisp with crushed ginger cookies, while the filling is smooth, lightly sweet, and packed with warm gingerbread flavor.
4) Traditional Gluten-Free Christmas Pudding by From The Larder
This one’s pure Christmas tradition in a bowl! It’s packed with brandy-soaked fruit, almonds, and warm spices, the kind of dessert that fills the house with that unmistakable holiday smell… I love making it a few weeks before Christmas so the flavors have time to deepen (and honestly, it just feels good to have it READY and waiting).
5) Gluten-Free Chocolate Yule Log by Meaningful Eats
Now THIS is the Christmas centerpiece that makes everyone stop and stare! A soft, chocolate sponge cake rolled with fluffy vanilla cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache… it’s rich, festive, and unbelievably light for something that looks so fancy!
I LOVE that it’s completely gluten-free but still tastes like the real deal (even the kids won’t notice). It takes a little patience, but trust me it’s worth every step. I make mine the night before Christmas, chill it overnight, and finish it with sugared cranberries and a dusting of powdered sugar in the morning.
6) Gluten-Free Christmas Gingerbread Cake by Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen
This cake it’s the kind of dessert that looks stunning but couldn’t BE simpler to make! I usually bake it a day or two before Christmas and then top it with gingerbread cookies right before serving. It’s cozy, festive, and guaranteed to make your kitchen smell amazing!
7) Frozen Peppermint Pie by All Our Way
Okay I’ll be honest, THIS recipe isn’t written to be gluten-free, but that’s an easy fix! All you have to do is swap the Oreos for your favorite gluten-free chocolate cookies (I usually grab the gluten-free Oreos or Schär cocoa wafers). The rest of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free, so no complicated changes here!
8) Gluten-Free Profiteroles by Becky Excell
I’ve always LOVED profiteroles but finding a gluten-free version that actually tastes right felt impossible, until this recipe… The choux pastry bakes up perfectly golden and crisp, and the cream filling? Pure heaven!
It’s already gluten-free, but you can make it dairy-free too with just a couple of swaps (I use oat milk and dairy-free butter). I love serving these at Christmas, they look fancy, taste amazing, and no one ever believes they’re gluten-free.
9) Christmas Hat Chocolate Cupcakes by Nourishing Amy
These cupcakes are just pure fun, rich, chocolatey, and topped with the cutest Santa hat frosting. They’ve got a soft, moist crumb, a surprise cookie dough center and the frosting is light and FLUFFY with that classic red-and-white Christmas look.
I love making these with my kids a few days before the holidays, it turns into a full-on decorating party (and yes, we sneak a FEW).
10) Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Bread by The Gluten Free Austrian
This one’s a holiday must in my kitchen! The orange zest and glaze make it smell incredible while it bakes (it’s basically Christmas air freshener, but edible).
So comforting and cozy! Don’t forget the toppings for this ONE, a little orange zest, sugared cranberries, and maybe a drizzle of extra glaze if you’ve got a sweet tooth… I love serving it warm with coffee or alongside a slice of spiced cornbread for a real holiday treat!
11) Gluten-Free Baileys No-Bake Tart by Becky Excell
So decadent with barely any effort! This tart looks and tastes like a bakery masterpiece but it’s completely NO-BAKE and comes together in minutes!
The chocolate biscuit crust, creamy Baileys filling, and silky ganache make every bite rich and festive… the perfect make-ahead dessert for Christmas gatherings!
12) Gluten-Free White Chocolate Gingerbread Oreo Truffles by The Fit Cookie
These might be dangerously good… Think creamy gingerbread cookie dough rolled into bite-sized balls, dipped in white chocolate, and finished with festive sprinkles. The BEST part?! No oven, no stress, and somehow they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan! I made a batch “for gifts,” but… let’s just say not all of them made it out of the kitchen.
13) Brownie Cookie Cups by Ambitious Kitchen
These are the kind of desserts that make everyone stop and say “AWWW” before they devour three! Fudgy brownie-cookie hybrids topped with a swirl of frosting and a little strawberry “Santa hat”, they’re festive, adorable, and shockingly EASY to make!
Plus, they’re gluten-free, grain-free, and can be made dairy-free too! I made a batch for the kids but somehow they all mysteriously disappeared before the party even started… 🎅
I hope you found a few new festive favorites to ADD to your holiday baking list this year! If there’s a specific holiday treat you’d love to see us make next, drop a comment below, I’d love to hear your ideas!
And if you try any of these recipes, don’t forget to tag me, I LOVE seeing your creations! You can find us on Pinterest, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!
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