19 Gluten Free Holiday Party Snacks And Appetizers

The holidays are all about togetherness, indulgence, and being festive, but they’re also about munching on the snackiest of the snacks or creamiest of appetizers. For those on a gluten-free diet, nibbling around the assortment of platters or finding a late-night bite from a holiday spread can be challenging. This 19 Gluten Free Holiday Party Snacks And Appetizers roundup will be a game changer!

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While Holiday parties can be challenging, as well as Christmas cookie exchanges, the good news is that in recent years, gluten-free snack options for the holidays have exploded. What’s more, many of these snacks don’t just cater to dietary restrictions, they’re perfectly pretty, offering a rainbow of flavors and textures that you might not be able to resist. Bringing any of these to your holiday festivities will make eating gluten-free a snap. 

Let's take a look at a multitude of gluten-free options so you can maximize your snacking opportunities this Christmas season.

Gluten-Free Holiday Snacks: Savoring the Festive Flavors:

Turkish Eggplant Salad

This Turkish Eggplant Salad is a healthy eggplant salad and a true flavor explosion, combining the smoky goodness of grilled or roasted eggplants with a vibrant mix of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Get your forks ready for a delicious adventure!

Eggplant Salad

Roasted Nuts

A crunchy snack that pairs well with any occasion. These herb-spiced, roasted nuts are easy to make and loaded with fresh flavor.

Herb Spiced Mixed Nuts

Dehydrated Kale Chips

The perfect snack for munching, these roasted kale chips are made with just 3 ingredients and come out with a crispy, salty flavor that has you reaching into the bowl for more.

Baked Kale Chips

Spinach And Crab Dip

A flavor and texture explosion that is creamy, melted, and utterly delicious. This Spinach and Crab dip tastes just like homemade crab cakes!

Spinach And Crab Dip

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms With Cream Cheese (GF)

Creamy and savory but with a tasty crunch. This gluten-free stuffed mushroom recipe is a rich blend of lump crab meat, cream cheese, and lots of flavor. Easy to make they’re the perfect appetizer for any gathering.

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Marinated Olives

These addictive and simple citrus-marinated olives are a delicious appetizer or snack made with just a few simple ingredients in less than 15 minutes. Plump, juicy Castelvetrano olives are steeped in a flavorful olive oil made with lots of tangy citrus and red chiles to become the best Mediterranean citrus olives for charcuterie boards. 

Citrus Marinated Olives

Baked Cheese

A tasty, 15-minute appetizer. This baked cheese with honey and olive oil recipe is creamy, rich, and indulgent but made with only 3 ingredients! 

Portuguese Baked Cheese

Filet Mignon Steak Appetizer

Bacon-wrapped filet mignon steak appetizer paired with a creamy balsamic horseradish sauce for dipping. These will be a hit at your party!

Filet Mignon Steak

Lasagna Dip

Lasagna Dip is pure cheesy, comforting goodness. This recipe takes everything good about lasagna and turns it into an easy dip recipe.

Lasagna Dip

Delicious Hot Artichoke Dip

Get ready for the ultimate party dip! This creamy hot artichoke dip is a crowd-pleaser.

Hot Artichoke Dip

Hickory Almond Stuffed Dates

Serve Hickory Almond Stuffed Dates at your next party! Everyone loves these-even naysayers of dates...and they’re even better with the balsamic glaze!

Almond Stuffed Dates

Roasted Garlic Butternut Hummus

This Roasted Garlic Butternut Hummus is a real crowd pleaser! It’s paleo, vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, and gluten free making it perfect for everyone!

Garlic Butternut Hummus

Cranberry Walnut Cheese Spread

This Cranberry Walnut Cheese Spread is an easy appetizer that can be whipped up in minutes. Great for the holidays or any gathering.

Cranberry Walnut Cheese Spread

Cauliflower Cheese Bites

These bites, packed with cauliflower & quinoa, are a great baby led weaning recipe, as well as being a toddler snack and loved by adults too!

Cauliflower Cheese Bites

Everything Chicken Bites

These are the most delicious chicken bites! Tender chunks of chicken are tossed with homemade everything seasoning and sauteed to a golden brown. Serve with hummus for dinner or a snack.

Chicken Bites

Gluten Free Pretzel Bites

There is nothing better than fresh baked gluten free pretzel bites. They are soft and chewy and easier to make than you think.

Gluten Free Pretzel Bites

Loaded Tater Tot Bites

Loaded Tater Tot Bites are filled with everything you love in a loaded baked potato, bacon, cheese, & ranch dressing. It is perfect football party food!

Loaded Tater Tots

Oven Roasted Chickpeas Recipe

Oven roasted chickpeas recipe is super easy to make, and amazingly tasty. Try this recipe for a naturally healthy and gluten-free snack.

Oven Roasted Chickpeas

BLT Deviled Eggs

Classic deviled eggs get a twist! You must try these BLT Deviled Eggs full of flavor from garden cherry tomatoes and crispy bacon! They’re always a party appetizer favorite, your guests will LOVE these! Growing

BLT Deviled Eggs

If you are looking for other appetizers for your holiday table, here are 29 Gluten-Free Appetizers For Thanksgiving.

The options for gluten-free Christmas treats have expanded by leaps and bounds in recent years. Whether you have celiac disease, a gluten sensitivity, or are just looking for delicious recipes to enjoy this time of year, there are plenty of gluten-free snacks for you to choose from. From gluten-free Christmas cookies, and a varied cheese-and-charcuterie board, to gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, this list will have the perfect combination of delicious options that will sure to become classic recipes for your holiday table. 

The holiday season is all about indulgence, and when it comes to treating yourself and your loved ones with festive snacks, there is no reason to let dietary restrictions hold you back. Many of these recipes use gluten-free baking alternatives and are the perfect way to treat your guests or family. They are festive treats for your Christmas day or they may become an addictive snack mix that you will have year-round. 

So, this Christmas Eve or holiday gathering, check out these delicious gluten free ideas for your next party. Happy holidays!