27 Gluten-Free Holiday Bread Recipes to Impress Your Guests
With the holidays approaching, nothing welcomes guests like warm, freshly baked loaves, tender rolls, and melt-in-your-mouth biscuits. Below are 27 delicious gluten-free holiday bread recipes you’ll want to bake, share, and enjoy.
If you love holiday recipes check out my Gluten Free Holiday Baking cookbook — 50 recipes for rolls, yeast breads, cookies and more.
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Holiday feasts often include turkey, ham, and sides, but it’s the soft rolls and fragrant quick breads that guests remember. A slice of warm pumpkin bread or a pillow-soft roll with butter can steal the show.
These gluten-free breads pair beautifully with traditional favorites and are guaranteed to get compliments. Fresh cranberry bread, tender rolls, or a loaf of spiced pumpkin bread will satisfy everyone at the table.
Tips for making gluten free holiday breads
Many of these recipes freeze exceptionally well, so you can bake ahead and free up oven space on the big day. Freeze whole loaves, rolls, or individual slices and thaw or warm them when needed. Preparing ahead saves stress and ensures you always have a fresh bread to serve.
Plan for timing: bake items that reheat well first and keep delicate breads to the last bake. Label frozen items with the date and reheating instructions to make holiday prep seamless. With a little planning, you can spend more time enjoying guests and less time tied to the oven.
Now, let’s explore a selection of our favorite gluten-free breads — from quick loaves to impressive yeast breads and crowd-pleasing breakfast treats.
Gluten free quick breads
Gluten Free Cranberry Orange Bread {Dairy Free}
Sweet and tart, this cranberry orange bread slices thick for sharing and is easy to make without a mixer.
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Coconut Flour Zucchini Bread {Dairy Free}
Moist and fresh, this coconut flour zucchini bread is a standout quick bread.
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Gluten Free Blueberry Muffin Bread
A tender blueberry loaf perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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The BEST Coconut Flour Banana Bread: Naturally Gluten & Grain Free
Decadent banana bread with a dense, satisfying crumb that everyone will love.
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Gluten Free Apple Bread {Dairy Free}
A cinnamon- and brown-sugar-sweetened apple bread that’s perfect for fall mornings.
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Muffins
Marvelous Gluten Free Banana Blueberry Muffins
Moist muffins bursting with banana and blueberries — ideal for busy mornings or snacks.
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The Best Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Bright lemon and juicy blueberries make these muffins a refreshing treat.
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Delicious Apple Quinoa Muffins
Hearty, lightly spiced muffins packed with wholesome ingredients and great flavor.
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Gluten Free Apple Muffin Recipe: Easy & Healthy
Dairy-free and refined-sugar-free apple muffins that taste indulgent but feel wholesome.
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Yeast breads
Buckwheat Bread (Bread Machine)
A hearty, 100% buckwheat loaf that’s soft, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free.
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Gluten-Free Potato Buns
Light, airy potato buns that are wonderful with butter, jam, or as a side to any meal.
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Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls: Soft & Extra Fluffy
Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls with a tender crumb and icing — perfect for a holiday breakfast.
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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Dinner Rolls
Pull-apart rolls that are tender and irresistible — a great side for any holiday spread.
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Gluten-Free Artisan Bread
A light, flavorful artisan loaf that makes a beautiful centerpiece for any meal.
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Buttery Gluten Free Crescent Rolls
Tender crescent rolls straight from the oven — always a crowd favorite.
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Fluffy biscuits
Gluten Free Biscuits (Dairy-Free & Vegan)
Flaky, mouthwatering biscuits that pair with breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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Almond Flour Biscuits
Grain-free, gluten-free biscuits with a rich, buttery flavor.
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Gluten-Free Angel Yeast Biscuits
Light, fluffy biscuits that come together quickly for hungry guests.
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Easy pancakes
Brown Rice Flour Pancakes
Simple rice-flour pancakes that are fluffy and suited to gluten- and dairy-free diets.
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Gluten Free Blueberry Pancakes
Fluffy, dairy-free blueberry pancakes that are easy to make and delicious.
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancakes (Dairy Free)
Spiced pumpkin pancakes that are tender and full of seasonal flavor.
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Crisp waffles
Easy Gluten Free Pumpkin Waffles (Dairy Free!)
Crisp, spiced pumpkin waffles that make a festive breakfast or brunch.
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Gluten Free Belgian Waffles
Golden, crisp Belgian waffles that elevate any breakfast spread.
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Baked donuts
Spiced Gluten Free Pumpkin Donuts
Perfectly spiced pumpkin donuts you can have on the table in about 30 minutes.
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Gluten-Free Baked Donuts
Baked cake-style donuts with optional chocolate glaze — great for sharing.
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Best Baked Gluten Free Carrot Cake Donuts
Carrot cake donuts topped with cream cheese icing — a festive breakfast treat.
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Cornbread for dressing
How to Make Gluten Free Cornbread (Dairy Free)
A tender, light gluten-free cornbread that’s ideal for dressing or serving alongside savory mains.
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All these breads can be prepared ahead and frozen until you need them. Thaw and warm when it’s time to serve for the best texture and flavor.
The best part: your guests will be saying, “I can’t believe it’s gluten free!”
