6 Favorite Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

You’ll be the top chef with these gluten free Thanksgiving recipe favorites that can be enjoyed by everyone at the holiday table.

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I have an extra special post for you today! I’ve compiled my family’s favorite gluten-free recipes that I make each year for our Thanksgiving dinner.

I love cooking for our holiday feast, but it can be a little tricky to reinvent the Thanksgiving staples for those who have gluten intolerance. How to enjoy stuffing or turkey gravy or apple pie that are usually made with wheat flour?

Not to fear! Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving in your home or visiting friends and family, you’ll be the top chef with these delicious dishes that can be enjoyed by everyone at the holiday table.

Gluten Free Velvety Smooth Gravy

Most gravy is thickened with wheat flour so I love to accompany the turkey with my own homemade, velvety smooth gravy made with the turkey drippings. Yum.

Velvety Smooth Gluten Free Gravy

Get all my tips and techniques to make velvety smooth gluten free gravy in this quick and easy tutorial.

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Gluten Free Stuffing Recipe

Thanksgiving just doesn’t seem like Thanksgiving without the stuffing. Several of the secret ingredients to my savory, gluten-free version are Udi’s bread, onions, celery, bell peppers, garlic, parsley, sage, and thyme.

And, best of all, it takes only twenty minutes to prepare and then an hour in the oven. I make sure to use my biggest casserole dish as everyone always clamors for seconds and thirds.

Savory Gluten Free Stuffing Or Dressing

This gluten free stuffing is out of this world delicious, easy to make, and everyone at your table will love it. It’s sure to become a favorite trimming at your Thanksgiving feast or any holiday meal.

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Bacon Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Next up, bacon Brussels sprouts! I love serving up a special vegetable on holidays. Delicious side dishes don’t get any better than this. 😊

Bacon Brussels Sprouts: Restaurant Style Recipe

You can never go wrong with bacon, right? These super easy Brussels sprouts are always an instant hit with adults and kids alike. And they're keto because they're low carb and full of fiber.

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Gluten FreeSweet Potato Pie Recipe

Now, this beautiful pie could be reserved for dessert, but I usually sneak it onto the table as a side dish with the ham and turkey. What’s more, it can be made in a gluten free pie shell or without the crust as a creamy pudding. Let me show you how to make this scrumptious sweet potato dish both ways. With the first bite, you’ll fall in love with its sweet, creamy goodness.

Gluten Free Sweet Potato Pie

This is a traditional Thanksgiving dish in the Southern United States; one taste and you will fall in love with gluten free sweet potato pie's sweet, creamy goodness.

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Gluten Free Pumpkin Crisp Recipe

Finally, your gluten-free taste buds don’t have to skip dessert at this year’s Thanksgiving. This pumpkin crisp combines all the wonderful flavors of fall with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg and a topping of crunchy chopped pecans.

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Gluten Free Pumpkin Crisp

Fill your home with the wonderful aroma of gluten free pumpkin crisp baking in the oven. It's a great tasting alternative to traditional pumpkin pie.

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Gluten FreeApple Pie Recipe

Yes, I’ve saved the best for last. Here it is. A delectable gluten-free apple pie just for you. Juicy apple slices tossed with spices and covered in a flakey, flavorful crust. Is your mouth watering yet? 😉

Irresistible Gluten Free Apple Pie (With Step By Step Pictures)

Easy gluten free apple pie is a delicious homemade pie you can whip up and serve hot from the oven in about an hour.

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Hearty Gluten Free Chicken Noodle Soup in the Slow Cooker

Here's an easy traditional chicken noodle soup recipe for you. It's made from a whole chicken. It simmers in your slow cooker (or on the stove), filling the house with its healing aroma.

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Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Pie with MI-DEL's Graham Style Pie Crust

Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Pie with MI-DEL's Graham Style Pie Crust is a quick easy delicious dessert.

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Pumpkin Spice Pancakes (Gluten Free)

These gluten free pancakes are so easy to make and absolutely delicious. They're moist and fluffy on theinside, slightly crispy around the edges, and flavored with pumpkin spice to make them a tasty breakfast.

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Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These healthy cookies are loaded with milk chocolate chips. They're refined sugar free and gluten free so everyone can enjoy them. And they smell heavenly when they're baking in your oven.

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Happy Thanksgiving, friends! I hope these quick and easy recipes will become favorites in your house as they are in mine. Have a blessed and delicious Thanksgiving feast!

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FAQs

What do gluten-free people eat for Thanksgiving? ›

Here's a list of foods that are usually gluten-free:
  • Turkey (check with the producer to ensure that wheat-based gravy or stuffing hasn't been added to the turkey.)
  • Cranberries and cranberry sauce.
  • Sweet Potatoes.
  • White Potatoes.
  • Fresh, roasted, or steamed vegetables without sauce (sauces often contain wheat)

What is the least favorite dish for Thanksgiving? ›

"For the third year in a row, cranberry sauce takes first place as the most disliked traditional Thanksgiving food. Over 31% of respondents, 82 million American adults, do not want cranberry sauce for their Thanksgiving dinner.

How do you avoid gluten on Thanksgiving? ›

A Registered Dietician's Guide to a Gluten-Free Thanksgiving
  1. Tip #1: Pass on the stuffed turkeys. ...
  2. Tip #2: Use gluten-free flour to thicken gravy. ...
  3. Tip #3: Use gluten-free bread and broth to make stuffing. ...
  4. Tip #4: Whip up casseroles & vegetable dishes with gluten-free, cream soups.
Nov 21, 2017

What do most gluten-free people eat? ›

Many naturally gluten-free foods can be a part of a healthy diet:
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What are the top 3 Thanksgiving dishes? ›

While there are plenty of creative ways to cook your Thanksgiving favorites, you can't go wrong with classics that everyone knows and loves. Stuffing, cranberry relish, pumpkin pie: there are so many delicious dishes that deserve a place on the table each year—including the turkey, of course!

What is the number one side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

Mashed potatoes are a traditional Thanksgiving side dish for a reason, and we definitely look forward to serving up this delicious dish every November.

What not to say at Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Here are five topics that should best be kept to yourself when celebrating the holiday meal.
  • Religion. Religion is a big topic for people, especially if you do not believe in it. ...
  • Politics. ...
  • Finances and Jobs. ...
  • Relationships. ...
  • Weight.
Nov 21, 2023

What are the 12 most popular Thanksgiving dishes? ›

Scroll through to take a look at our most popular Thanksgiving recipes.
  • 01 of 24. Perfect Turkey. ...
  • 02 of 24. Roasted Brussels Sprouts. ...
  • 03 of 24. Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • 04 of 24. Homemade Mac and Cheese. ...
  • 05 of 24. Sweet Potato Pie. ...
  • 06 of 24. Granny Kat's Pumpkin Roll. ...
  • 07 of 24. Slow Cooker Turkey Breast. ...
  • 08 of 24. Cream Corn Like No Other.
Oct 26, 2023

What are 4 commonly consumed foods at Thanksgiving other than turkey? ›

Cornish game hen, goose, duck, ham, beef, salmon, and mushroom recipes make worthy centerpieces for holiday meals.

Why is everyone avoiding gluten? ›

Eliminating gluten is the only way to treat celiac disease, an allergic reaction to gluten that damages the lining of the small intestine. However, as part of a new diet fad, many people are going gluten-free to lose weight.

Why is turkey not gluten-free? ›

Turkey that has been stuffed with a bread dressing is the first obstacle because even the meat on the outside of the bird can be contaminated with gluten from the dressing. This is really one tradition that we all should avoid.

Can a gluten-free person eat a stuffed turkey? ›

Stuffing the turkey with gluten-containing bread will contaminate the turkey itself making it unsafe to eat if you are celiac or have a gluten disorder. Instead, make your stuffing using gluten-free bread or in a separate dish to ensure no cross-contamination occurs.

What do gluten-free people eat instead of bread? ›

Bread-Free Alternatives
  • Tortilla wraps – Try this coconut flour recipe from against all grain. ...
  • Blanched collard greens – (dip in boiling water until softened) Use the green just like a tortilla or large lettuce leaf.
  • Romaine Lettuce Spears.
Feb 28, 2022

Do marshmallows have gluten? ›

Almost all marshmallows are gluten-free, so even if you pick up a bag of marshmallows randomly in the grocery store, it's very likely to be safe. That's because the vast majority of marshmallows on store shelves come from gluten-free brands.

Is turkey and chicken gluten-free? ›

Fresh or frozen cuts of meat, like pork and poultry (chicken and turkey), are all naturally gluten-free.

Are all Butterball turkeys gluten-free? ›

Did You Know? Fresh and frozen Butterball turkeys are all natural, gluten free and raised without hormones. Fresh and Frozen Butterball turkeys are deep basted for juiciness and flavor. All natural means minimally processed and no artificial ingredients.

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