If you are getting ready to get together with your GFF’s (gluten-free friends) and spread some holiday cheer, you might want some ideas for a gluten-free cookie exchange! If you are new to gluten-free (and other allergens), you might need some help getting starting. First of all, you probably need a substitute for flour. Learn how I […]
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Gluten-Free Raspberry Linzer Cookies
If you are looking for a great cookie to make for your family or bring to an event, this is the one! This recipe for gluten-free linzer cookies might just be one of your new favorites. Gluten-Free Raspberry Linzer Cookies Makes about 2 dozen 1 recipe gluten-free rolled sugar cookies 1⁄2 cup raspberry preserves, […]
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookie Recipe (Dairy-Free, too!)
Generally when I see pictures of gingerbread cookies, I know they are off limits. So, along with recipes for many of my other favorite holiday cookies, I have one for a gluten-free gingerbread. These are really easy to make and can be made dairy-free and vegan. If you can tolerate dairy, simply use a stick […]
Gluten Free Molasses Ginger Cookies
My good friend Corrine makes the most delicious molasses ginger cookies. She offered some to me last week, 1 day into my Gluten Free (GF) experiment. I had to decline. But, it did motivate me to seek out a great gluten-free molasses ginger cookie that has the flavor and texture like hers but is gluten-free. […]
Gluten-Free Rolled Sugar Cookies
Whether or not you are a kid, a rolled sugar cookie in some fun shape with colored sprinkles always seems fun. Rolled sugar cookies can be made any time during the year. Don’t be intimidated when you those fancy looking pre-made cookies in the store; this recipe is easy and delicious (and might even taste […]
Gluten-Free Italian Knot Cookies and a little about GF living
Italian Knot Cookies and Pie Crust Thumbprints (a happy mistake) Every year I feel like I take on a new challenge in my gluten-free kitchen. This holiday season it was Italian knot cookies. Just the smell of these brings back memories of being in Aunt Mary’s kitchen in Long Island or getting cookies from one […]
How to Plan and Cook a Holiday Meal
Whether you are planning one or two dishes or a whole meal for the holidays, it’s always nice to have some extra tips. Here is my quick guide to planning and creating a delicious meal that happens to be gluten-free (with dairy and egg-free variations). As I always says, you don’t have to be a […]
Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies
I adapted this recipe from a regular recipe and I have to say, it’s just as good. I do believe my English mother-in-law would approve. When making these cookies, make sure you use xanthan gum. I taught a cooking class one day and the student forgot the xanthan gum. That cookie looked good and smelled […]
Gluten-Free Dairy-Free oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe
I was experimenting with gluten-free oatmeal cookies a few months ago and created this recipe based on a combination of a few other recipes I had found. Initially, I made it with butter which meant my daughter couldn’t have them. However, the last time I made chocolate chip cookies, she wasn’t so interested. I still […]
Gluten-Free Mexican Wedding Cookies
I’m in trouble…big trouble. Because the holiday season, as far as I’m concerned, has kicked off. That means lots of baking for me. I love to experiment and see what I can convert to gluten-free. Some times I am successful and some times not. But when I am, I need to get these treats out […]