Gluten-Free Halloween Cookies

Coat these chewy two-bite treats with any gluten-free toppings you have on hand, such as coconut flakes and chopped nuts, and serve them as a simple, crowd-pleasing sweet. Make sure you’re using gluten-free oats (such as Bob’s Red Mill) for this recipe.

Dates are the secret sweet ingredient in these nutty brownie balls, which contain no added sugar. Pack them as an energy-boosting snack during the day or serve up a platter at your next party. Unsweetened cocoa powder should be gluten-free, but always check the label to be sure.

These pint-sized flourless muffins are loaded are antioxidants and essential nutrients, thanks to the powerhouse trio of pumpkin, flaxseed, and bittersweet chocolate. With three muffins per serving, you can’t go wrong by whipping up a batch for your next Halloween celebration.

This gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and no-bake nostalgic indulgence is totally safe to spoon straight from the food processor—in fact, we encourage it. Chickpeas may sound unconventional, but they pack protein and lend a pleasing nutty texture and flavor. For a variation, form the mixture into balls and freeze to make cookie dough truffles.

These gluten-free sugar cookies get a generous drizzle of bittersweet chocolate after they’re baked. For a Halloween twist, place a single candy corn on top of each cookie before the chocolate sets.

These autumn-themed bars incorporate potato starch, a neutral-flavored, gluten-free starch that mixes well with other gluten-free flours. Toast the pecan halves to add extra toasty nuttiness. 

These pecan pie-inspired bar cookies capture the very best of fall. Don’t forget to line the baking pan with parchment paper before baking, since gluten-free dough and crusts tend to be on the stickier side.

To give these indulgent bars an even consistency, chop the walnuts the same size as the chocolate chips. If you can’t find gluten-free graham cracker crumbs at the grocery store, you can easily order them online as whole crackers and crush them yourself.

You probably have most of the ingredients on hand already to tackle these kid-friendly bar treats. Some rice cereals contain malt flavoring, which is derived from barley, so make sure you’re using a gluten-free variety, such as Nature’s Path Organic Crispy Rice Cereal.

With omega-3 rich flaxseed meal, fiber from oats in two forms, potassium-packed banana, and anti-oxidant-rich chocolate, these bite-sized cookies show that gluten-free baking can invite the an opportunity for nutrient-packed ingredients.

Bake these adorable, fall-spiced cheesecakes in mini muffin tins for perfect portioning. Make sure you’re using gluten-free gingerbread cookies, such as Tate’s Gluten Free Ginger Zinger Cookies.