The BEST Gluten Free Christmas Dessert Recipes!

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Just because you’re gluten free, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a treat this festive season! My Gluten Free Christmas Dessert Recipes round-up has got you covered, whether you want something traditional or a chocolate feast. Why should you settle for a boring fruit salad or dry brownie just because you’re gluten free? It’s time to get festive!

A collage of images of gluten free Christmas desserts.

I don’t believe we should have to settle or be made to feel different at Christmas, just because we’re on a gluten free diet.

Because we’ve all been there, right? Sadly staring down at a fruit salad – or worse, empty plate – while everyone else feasts on all the delicious sweet treats.

Well, no more! From Christmas pudding to meringue roulades, yule logs to trifle, there is absolutely NO need to miss out on Christmas dessert when you’re gluten free.

These gluten free Christmas dessert ideas are so great, you could make them for the whole family and I bet nobody would even know they’re free from gluten!

So once the gluten free Christmas dinner has been scoffed, make sure you keep that dessert stomach empty so you can tuck into one of these.

The hardest part? Choosing which gluten free Christmas dessert you want to make first!

Oh – and before you get stuck into these beauties – check out some of these gluten free desserts in my book, Delicious Gluten Free Meals.

It has tonnes of great recipe ideas which would be brilliant at Christmas, from my Citrus Meringue Pie to Chocolate Fudge Cake!

Plus, it’s the perfect festive gift for the coeliac in your life… or non-coeliac who does all the cooking in the household!

More Gluten Free Christmas Inspiration

1. Gluten Free Sticky Toffee Pudding

Ok, who doesn’t love a sticky toffee pudding, right!? This delicious gluten free sticky toffee pudding recipe is always one of the most popular desserts on my blog come the festive season.

You just can’t beat the rich, toffee cake and the delicious sticky toffee sauce. It’s actually pretty easy to make and all my gluten-eating friends and family love this recipe!

Get my Gluten Free Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe.

2. Gluten Free Biscoff Cheesecake

A no bake gluten free biscoff cheesecake.

Annoying, Biscoff isn’t gluten free – but you can make your own gluten free Biscoff dupe using the Schär gluten free Spekulatius biscuits!

This gluten free, no-bake ‘Biscoff’ cheesecake is such an easy recipe and a great one for whipping up for a last-minute festive feast. Warm, cinnamon flavours everyone will love.

Get my Gluten Free Biscoff Cheesecake recipe.

3. Gluten Free Yule Log

A gluten free yule log in front of a Christmas tree.

I absolutely love making a gluten free Yule log, and they are just as fun to make as they are to eat! With a light chocolate sponge and sweet chocolate buttercream, it’s the dream!

This is a great dessert recipe for making with kids or if you want to get creative. You can decorate your gluten free Yule log however you like.

Get my Gluten Free Yule Log recipe.

4. Toffee and Pecan Meringue Roulade

A toffee and pecan meringue roulade on a wooden board.

We used to always buy a toffee and pecan roulade at Christmas, until I realised how easy they were to make – and how much tastier!

Packed with caramel sauce, squishy meringue, sweet whipped cream and crunchy pecan nuts, this is a naturally gluten free dessert recipe the whole family can enjoy!

Get my Toffee and Pecan Meringue Roulade recipe.

5. Gluten Free Christmas Pudding

I know gluten free Christmas puddings are a lot more readily available in the shops than ever before, but making your is actually really easy and fun.

This Christmas pudding recipe also has a great hack, meaning you can even whip it up on Christmas morning, without having to leave it for weeks to mature!

Get my Gluten Free Christmas Pudding recipe.

6. No Bake Bailey’s Cheesecake

You just can’t beat a no bake cheesecake for a Christmas dessert and this one is packed with the festive flavours of Bailey’s. And yes, Bailey’s is gluten free!

With a buttery biscuit base and creamy Bailey’s infused topping, this is a boozy treat which always goes down a treat in our household at Christmas.

Get my No Bake Bailey’s Cheesecake recipe.

7. Gluten Free Banoffee Pie

A gluten free banoffee pie with bananas in the background.

Banoffee Pie was always a favourite in our house when growing up, and this gluten free recipe is so easy to just throw together.

This gluten free banoffee pie would make a fantastic last-minute dessert, as it doesn’t need any baking nor much chilling time. And it’s super tasty!

Get my Gluten Free Banoffee Pie recipe.

8. Gluten Free Tiramisu

A gluten free Tiramisu is a thing of beauty – and actually pretty easy to make. I’ve got a great recipe which includes making your own easy gluten free sponge fingers.

If you love coffee then this is definitely the dessert for you! Espresso soaked sponge fingers with a light cream topping and a cheeky touch of Tia Maria!

Get my Gluten Free Tiramisu recipe.

9. Panettone Bread and Butter Pudding

A gluten free panettone bread and butter pudding.

This gluten free bread and butter pudding uses up leftover panettone with a good glug or amaretto for a festive treat.

This works recipe best with stale panettone but I’ve included an initial first step to hurry this process if needed! It’s super decadent and nostalgic at the same time.

Get my Panettone Bread and Butter Pudding recipe.

10. Gluten Free Savoury Biscuits

A cheeseboard filled with gluten free crackers.

A cheeseboard more your thing? Welcome to my world! These gluten free savoury crackers will ensure you still don’t have to miss out on the fun!

I know most people love a sweet dessert but for me, crackers and cheese is just the pinnacle of Christmas feasting and I won’t hear otherwise!

Get my Gluten Free Savoury Biscuits recipe.

11. No Bake Oreo Cheesecake

That’s right, another delicious gluten free no-bake cheesecake! This easy gluten free Oreo cheesecake is so worth making, everyone will love it!

It has crushed gluten free Oreos in both the base and the cheesecake topping, and nobody will ever be able to guess that it’s completely gluten free.

Get my No Bake Oreo Cheesecake recipe.

12. Gluten Free Mince Pies

A plate of gluten free mince pies with star tops.

Do mince pies count as a festive dessert? I think if you’re serving homemade gluten free mince pies warm with clotted cream, then absolutely!

These are made using my gluten free shortcrust pastry and are absolutely delicious. Don’t forget to leave one out for Father Christmas.

Get my Gluten Free Mince Pies recipe.

13. Gluten Free Jaffa Cake Trifle

This gluten free Jaffa cake trifle is such a fun festive dessert to make and will be a real showstopper for all those chocolate orange fans!

With a gluten free Jaffa cake base, orange jelly, chocolate custard and orange cream, this is a real treat that everyone can tuck into.

Get my Gluten Free Jaffa Cake Trifle recipe.

14. Gluten Free Pecan Pie

Overhead shot of a gluten free pecan pie.

I know a pecan pie is usually more of a Thankgiving dessert but I love this one so much, I’d be more than happy to see it at my Christmas table!

The buttery gluten free shortcrust pastry houses crunchy, toffee-like pecan nuts for a delicious and decadent dessert.

Get my Gluten Free Pecan Pie recipe.

16. Gluten Free Christmas Cake

Maybe you just like a simple slice of Christmas cake after scoffing an entire roast dinner? I don’t blame you – this is the perfect way to end Christmas Day!

I absolutely love a slice of my gluten free Christmas cake with Stilton. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it – bonus points for a cheeky glass of port too.

Get my Gluten Free Christmas Cake recipe.

16. Gluten Free Key Lime Pie

Prefer a zesty dessert? This gluten free Key Lime Pie is probably one of my favourite desserts ever! It’s got an amazing biscuit base with a sweet and zesty lime filling.

This is a really good dessert to make a day or two before serving, and sturdier to transport than something like a cheesecake. You’ll absolutely love it!

Get my Gluten Free Key Lime Pie recipe.

17. Gluten Free Twix Cheesecake

This easy, no-bake cheesecake is my dessert take on the chocolate bar I miss the most – a Twix! It has a delicious shortbread base, with a caramel and chocolate topping.

You just can’t beat a no-bake dessert and this cheesecake is a really easy one to make. Plus the surprise of the caramel layer makes it super fun to share with everyone.

Get my Gluten Free Twix Cheesecake recipe.

18. Lemon and Amaretti Trifle

Remember when everyone made this Jubilee dessert? I feel like it’s been neglected a bit since then, which is such a shame because it’s absolutely delicious!

This Jubilee pudding has layers of jelly, Swiss roll, amaretti biscuits, custard, and white chocolate shards. The perfect show-stopper for a Christmas dessert!

Get my Lemon and Amaretti Trifle recipe.

19. Frangipane Topped Mince Pies

A spread of frangipane mince pies on a white backgroud.

Take your mince pies to the next level with these delicious gluten free frangipane mince pies. The layer of almond sponge makes them extra special!

Plus, eating these warm with ice-cream or custard for a Christmas dessert is just the epitome of cosy comfort. Bonus points if you’re on the sofa with a movie.

Get my Gluten Free Frangipane Mince Pies recipe.

20. No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

I love this gluten free lemon cheesecake for a Christmas dessert because it’s the perfect balance of sweet and zesty. It’s rich and creamy without being at all heavy!

Plus if you’ve just absolutely gorged on a Christmas dinner having a citrus dessert can be a nice way to finish off the evening.

Get my Gluten Free Lemon Cheesecake recipe.

A ball of gluten free cookie dough ice-cream.

Fancy some ice-cream to finish off your Christmas dinner? This gluten free cookie dough ice-cream is so easy to make, with no churning needed.

But with chunks of gluten free cookie dough and swirls of caramel sauce, it has all the makings of a decadent festive treat!

Get my Gluten Free Cookie Dough Ice-Cream recipe.

22. White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake Pots

Raspberry and white chocolate cheesecakes in individual glass dishes.

These White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake Pots are perfect if you hate sharing – you can make individual ones for everyone!

With a shortbread base, white chocolate topping and tonnes of fresh raspberries, these are the perfect make-ahead Christmas dessert.

Get my White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake Pots recipe.

23. Christmas Pavlova Wreath

A close up of a Christmas wreath pavlova.

How beautiful is this Christmas Wreath Pavlova? And the best news is, this is such an easy dessert to make – the perfect last-minute addition!

The light and fluffy meringue is crisp on the outside and chewy inside, with whipped cream, berries and rapsberry coulis on top. So simple and so tasty.

Get my Christmas Wreath Pavlova recipe.