12 Easy Christmas Food Ideas in 3 Steps

Note All ideas in this post are fully gluten free when made with certified gluten free ingredients.

Christmas cooking does not have to be complicated especially when you are juggling family presents and trying to keep the roast potatoes from welding themselves to the tray. These twelve easy Christmas food ideas are perfect when you want festive flavour without any fuss. Each one is made in just three simple steps which makes them ideal for Christmas Day Boxing Day or any cosy moment in December.

From speedy pigs in blankets to melty brie toasts and even a festive mug cake these ideas keep things joyful in the kitchen and delicious on the plate. Whether you are hosting helping or simply hungry these festive mini ideas will help you create something tasty with minimal effort.

1. Festive Brie and Cranberry Toasts

1. Toast slices of gluten free baguette.
2. Add a slice of brie and grill until melty.
3. Top with cranberry sauce and cracked black pepper.

2. Maple Mustard Glazed Pigs in Blankets

1. Mix maple syrup with wholegrain mustard.
2. Brush over pigs in blankets.
3. Roast until sticky and caramelised.

3. Parmesan Truffle Roast Potatoes

1. Par boil potatoes until the edges are fluffy.
2. Toss in oil salt and a touch of truffle oil.
3. Roast and finish with grated Parmesan.

4. Mince Pie Crumble Cups

1. Fill ramekins with gluten free mince pie filling.
2. Top with a crumble mix of gluten free flour sugar and butter.
3. Bake until golden.

5. Cheats Christmas Stuffing Balls

1. Mix your favourite gluten free stuffing blend with chopped sage and cooked onions.
2. Roll into small balls.
3. Bake until crisp on the outside.

6. Honey Butter Carrots

1. Steam sliced carrots until tender.
2. Melt butter with honey.
3. Toss carrots in the glaze and season lightly.

7. Crispy Halloumi Snowflakes

1. Slice halloumi into small shapes or simple bite sized pieces.
2. Coat in gluten free cornflour.
3. Air fry or fry until crisp and serve with sweet chilli dip.

8. Turkey Cranberry and Brie Bites

1. Layer cooked turkey cranberry sauce and brie on gluten free crackers.
2. Warm gently in the oven.
3. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh thyme.

9. Cheesy Sprout Gratin

1. Slice and sauté sprouts in butter.
2. Add a splash of cream and grated cheddar.
3. Bake until golden and bubbling.

10. Chocolate Orange Mug Cake

1. Mix gluten free flour cocoa sugar egg and milk in a mug.
2. Add orange zest or a drop of orange extract.
3. Microwave for one minute.

11. Baileys Style Cream Hot Chocolate Gluten Free

1. Heat milk with cocoa and sugar.
2. Add a splash of gluten free Irish cream style liqueur.
3. Top with whipped cream and grated chocolate.

12. Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists

1. Use ready made gluten free puff pastry and cut into strips.
2. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle cinnamon sugar.
3. Twist and bake until crisp.

Final Thoughts

These easy Christmas food ideas prove that festive cooking does not have to be complicated. With just three simple steps each idea brings flavour and fun to your holiday table. Save this page for Christmas Eve Christmas Day and Boxing Day to keep your celebration as stress free as possible. May contain humour definitely does not contain gluten.