Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites
While the flaxseeds in this recipe are naturally gluten-free, the oats are not. Make sure to use a gluten-free variety, such as Bob’s Red Mill.
Marshmallow Popcorn Treats with Dark Chocolate Drizzle
Store-bought coated and flavored popcorn may contain gluten, so why not make your own from scratch? Choose plain, unbuttered popcorn and check the label on the chocolate to make sure there are no traces of gluten.
Peanut Butter Caramel Corn
Always check the label on your peanut butter jar, as several brands will warn of gluten cross-contamination. This means that gluten ingredients were present in the same facility where the peanut butter was made.
Spiced Apple Chips
These cinnamon- and cardamom-spiced apple chips are delicious on their own, but they would also make a perfect topper for gluten-free hot cereal.
Berry-and-Beet Green Smoothie
This blood-red beet and berry-packed smoothie sets the Halloween tone perfectly. Frozen berries are available year-round at grocery stores, or you can plan ahead and freeze batches during the summer.
Sweet and Spicy Pumpkinseeds
As long as you avoid packaged varieties with added flavorings, pumpkin seeds are a welcome addition to any gluten-free diet and are packed with valuable nutrients.
Spiced Caramel Bundt Cake
We combine three gluten-free flours—tapioca, brown rice, and sorghum—with applesauce to work wonders in this unbelievably moist ginger- and nutmeg-spiced cake.
Pumpkin Flan
Flan, a custard-based and caramel-topped dessert, is a stunning, gluten-free treat that’s sure to impress guests. Here, pumpkin pie spice and canned pumpkin give the classic recipe a touch of autumn.
Spicy Almond-Pumpkinseed Snack Mix
This snack mix is a great choice for an office pick-me-up. It stores well for up to a week in an airtight container.
Chocolate-Almond Pretzels
While gluten-free pretzels often substitute ingredients such as potato starch for wheat, the flavor remains the same. Here, a drizzle of melted chocolate and chopped almonds elevates plain pretzels for an everyday or party-perfect snack.
Chocolate-Hazelnut Meringues
Make these ghoulish, egg white-based treats for your next Halloween gathering up to two days in advance, and keep fresh in an airtight container at room temperature. Some varieties of semi-sweet chocolate may contain gluten, so make sure to check the label first.
