Gluten-Free Easter Recipes (2024)

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The spring holidays, Easter and Passover, mark my favorite time of year.The ground begins to thaw, buds make their way up through the soil, and the dirt comes alive.Year after year, my garden is reborn after a deep sleep. Signs of transformation abound.As the earth awakens, a renewed hope and the promise of abundance emerge. This lovely time of transformation is the perfect backdrop for Passover and Easter.

My healthy Easter menu is a creative affair inspired by the riches of spring. My favorite gluten-free Easter recipes use fresh, seasonal ingredients such as asparagus, spinach, and rosemary, and so much more.

Easter Recipes from the Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook

Savory Vegetable Quiche
Spinach Sun Dried Tomato Tart
Carrot Cake
Chocolate Chip Scones
Lemon Bars
Raspberry Bars

Easter Recipes from the Blog

Asparagus Basil Salad
Spinach CakeDeviled EggsFruit SaladNut-Free Chocolate Chip Scones
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting
Lemon Poppy Seed Bunny Cookies

The spring holidays are a celebratory time of rebirth. Passover always falls on the full moon of the month of Nisan in the Jewish calendar which is a lunar calendar. Easter on the other hand, falls on the Sunday after the first full moon on or after the spring equinox, and so its date varies. Further, Western churches use the Gregorian calendar, the standard calendar for much of the world, while Orthodox churches use the older Julian calendar. According to Borgna Brunner:

The two churches vary on the definition of the vernal equinox and the full moon. The Eastern Church sets the date of Easter according to the actual, astronomical full moon and equinox, while the Western church does not use the astronomically correct date for the vernal equinox, but a fixed date (March 21).

So Easter can occur at two different times during the year. One Sunday celebrated by Western churches and one by Eastern churches. For the Eastern church, Easter always falls after Passover. For the Western Church, Easter sometimes precedes Passover by weeks.

What does Easter mean to you? Before you read the above did you understand the factors that determine the date of the Easter holiday?Will you be celebrating Easter?If so, how?

Gluten-Free Easter Recipes (2)

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This post is an oldie but goodie from the archives that I’ve updated. I first posted it in 2011.

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  1. anna says

    I will be celebrating Easter by thanking God for Jesus and what He has done for me….Thanks for the treat ideas to make the day an extra joyful party! Love ya!

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    • Elana says

      Anna, thanks for your lovely comment! You made my day :-)

      Reply

  2. Nikki Bahan says

    THIS WAS JUST WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR!
    Thanks for sharing :)
    – Nikki Bahan

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    • Elana says

      Thanks Nikki!

      Reply

  3. Ava says

    Hi Elana,
    I am a young blogger who is interested in both your blog and recipes. Just recently, I tried your ‘Cookie Surprise Cupcakes’ and used a modified version of your ‘Vegan Buttercream Frosting’, both found in your cookbook, ‘ Gluten Free Cupcakes , 50 Irresistible Recipes Made with Almond and Coconut Flour’. I loved them, and can’t wait to try even more of your cupcake recipes! With your permission, I would like to use your recipe for a post on my blog. I would absolutely give you full credit, great reviews, and give a link to your blog. Both my mom and I love your recipes so much!

    Thank You!!
    Ava

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    • Elana says

      Ava, I’m so happy to hear that you are enjoying my second book, Gluten-Free Cupcakes! I am able to give permission to reprint recipes from the blog, but my publisher, Random House owns the rights to all of the recipes in my books, so those cannot be reprinted. I wish you all the best and am totally inspired to be in touch with you. Thanks so much for stopping by :-)

      Reply

  4. Karen says

    I made the fruit salad, Roasted Chicken with Olives and Prunes,
    Asparagus Basil Salad, Spinach Cake, for Mother’s Day dinner yesterday for my parents and in-laws. It was all wonderful.

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    • Elana says

      Thanks Karen!

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Gluten-Free Easter Recipes (2024)

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What common meals are gluten-free? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Instant Pot Pork Puttanesca. ...
  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

What Easter chocolate is gluten-free? ›

Ferrero Rocher — Milk Chocolate and Hazelnuts Shell and Hollow Squirrel. Gluten free by ingredient, with no 'may contain' statement. Easter feels a bit more luxurious with Ferrero Rocher around.

How do you cook for someone who is gluten-free? ›

To cook for a gluten-free guest, follow these guidelines: Cook from scratch: To avoid hidden gluten, use whole, fresh ingredients. Avoid "convenience" ingredients such as gravy mixes, soup mixes, bottled sauces, salad dressings, condiments, and seasoning mixes, since these may contain gluten-based ingredients.

Can you buy gluten-free Easter eggs? ›

Explore our variety of milk-free, gluten-free and vegan Easter eggs range here at ASDA. Bursting with delicious free from Easter eggs, chocolate bunnies and bunnies from family favourites like Nomo, OMV! and more, you'll certainly be spoilt for choice.

What happens when you stop eating gluten? ›

Some people report feeling dizziness, nausea, extreme hunger and even anxiety and depression when they suddenly go from eating a lot of gluten to being gluten-free. These symptoms usually go away after a few weeks on a gluten-free diet, but talk to your health care provider if they persist.

What foods are surprisingly gluten-free? ›

Treats that are surprisingly gluten-free
  • Plain tortilla or potato chips: Keep in mind that seasoned chips may contain wheat starch.
  • Plain chocolate: Read ingredients as some chocolate bars contain wheat-based wafers.
  • Ice cream: Vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are safe bets. ...
  • French fries: Potatoes are gluten free.
Apr 13, 2023

Are M&Ms gluten free? ›

The following Mars candies have no gluten-containg ingredients: M&Ms (except pretzel, crispy, and potentially seasonal items) Milky Way Caramel Bars (not the original Milky Way Bar) Snickers Bars.

Are marshmallows gluten free? ›

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.

Are Easter Reese's cups gluten free? ›

Most Reese's candies are gluten-free, including Reese's peanut butter cups and Reese's Fast Break candy bars. However, Reese's seasonal shapes are made in a factory that presents a risk of cross contamination.

What are the worst foods for celiac disease? ›

Avoid all products with barley, rye, triticale (a cross between wheat and rye), farina, graham flour, semolina, and any other kind of flour, including self-rising and durum, not labeled gluten-free. Be careful of corn and rice products.

What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

How to go 100% gluten-free? ›

Gluten-Free Alternatives

Whenever possible, purchase gluten-free grains, flours and starches that are labeled gluten-free and, ideally, certified gluten-free by a third party. This is important because grains are considered high risk for cross-contact, which is when a gluten-containing food touches a gluten-free food.

Does Aldi sell gluten free Easter eggs? ›

Aldi's gluten-free Easter Eggs 2024

They do have a handful of Easter products that are both gluten-free and dairy-free which is good to see including a chocolate bunny and lamb – the same as last year. They are quite small but a good option nevertheless.

Are Easter Hershey Kisses gluten free? ›

Pastel Easter HERSHEY'S Kisses

According to HERSHEY'S website, they're also entirely gluten-free and labeled accordingly for your ensured safety.

Can celiacs eat chocolate? ›

In its purest form, chocolate in any of its milk, dark and white varieties doesn't contain gluten. Sadly for chocoholic coeliacs everywhere, the reason all chocolate isn't gluten free is because some products have gluten-based ingredients added, or they are made in a factory where gluten is used.

Which cuisine is most gluten-free? ›

Here are some of the top cuisines around the world that are very gluten free-friendly:
  • Mexican.
  • Latin American.
  • Thai.
  • Japanese.
  • Indian.
  • Greek.
  • Middle Eastern.
  • Italian.

What meals are high in gluten? ›

  • Pastas: raviolis, dumplings, couscous, and gnocchi.
  • Noodles: ramen, udon, soba (those made with only a percentage of buckwheat flour) chow mein, and egg noodles. ...
  • Breads and Pastries: ...
  • Crackers: ...
  • Baked Goods: ...
  • Cereal & Granola: ...
  • Breakfast Foods: ...
  • Breading & Coating Mixes:

Does all pasta have gluten? ›

Pasta: All wheat pasta contains gluten, including spaghetti, fettuccine, macaroni, lasagna, and ravioli. Cereal: Not all breakfast cereals contain wheat, but many do, so be sure to check the nutrition labels. Also, be aware that oats are often raised and processed with wheat.

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