Thanksgiving is one of the best times of the year! Celebrate by making a delicious gluten free Thanksgiving recipes everyone will love!
I love the fall. The way the air just feels fresh, the crackle of leaves under your feet and the smell of a fire. But my absolute favorite thing about fall? Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is such a special time of year for me. Growing up and into adulthood, it’s a rare time where my family is able to all be in the same place at once, which is no small task. To celebrate this gathering, here’s a list of some of my all time favorite gluten free Thanksgiving recipes!
What is gluten free?
Gluten free means to have a diet that does not contain wheat, barley, rye and in some cases, even oats. Gluten intolerance or sensitivity can vary, or it can be very serious. But the good news a gluten free diet is very easy to transition to these days.
How to have a gluten free Thanksgiving dinner
Simple! Follow along in this guide and find recipes you’re interested in. Read through the recipes carefully to ensure you have all of the ingredients you need and follow along with the instructions! This recipe list makes having a gluten free Thanksgiving a breeze!
Gluten Free Side Dishes
One of the best parts of the meal- the sides! Here are some of my favorites!
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Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Pecans
This 30-minute Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Pecans is easy enough to add to a weeknight meal but tasty enough to add to a holiday spread!
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2
Mom’s BEST EVER Mashed Potatoes Recipe
My mom’s Homemade Mashed Potatoes are creamy and delicious! It is the only mashed potatoes recipe you will ever need!
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3
Easy Keto Sausage Stuffing – Maebells
This Easy Keto Sausage Stuffing is loaded with flavor, naturally gluten free, and has about 5 net carbs per serving! This low carb side dish is perfect for all of your holiday gatherings!
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4
Green Beans Almondine (keto + low carb)
Green Beans Almondine is a classic side dish that goes perfectly with most entrees! Tender green beans are tossed in a rich butter sauce and toasted almonds, for only 3.6 net carbs per serving!
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Keto Cranberry Sauce (Low-Carb & Sugar-Free!) – Maebells
This three-ingredient Keto Cranberry Sauce is essential for your keto holiday spread! Learn how to make small batch, large batch and three different flavors with this easy guide.
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6
Keto Three Cheese Biscuits (2 net carbs)
These Keto Three Cheese Biscuits are perfectly soft and fluffy! Each low carb biscuit is loaded with sharp cheddar, mozzarella and fresh basil for just 2 net carbs each!
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7
Garlic Butter Cauliflower
This Garlic Butter Cauliflower is covered in parmesan and roasted until perfectly tender to make an easy one-pan keto side dish!
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8
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
This Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is ultra creamy and lightened up with the addition of butternut squash! This is a family friendly side dish everyone will love!
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9
Crispy Baked Squash
This Crispy Baked Squash only has five simple ingredients and is the perfect quick and easy vegetable side dish!
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10
Sweet Potato and White Cheddar Corn Muffins
These Sweet Potato and White Cheddar Corn Muffins are extra the perfect combo of sweet and savory! This easy cornbread recipe is perfect for pairing with soups!
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Gluten Free Main Dishes
The main event! Here are some options to wow your table this Thanksgiving.
11
Smoked Whole Turkey – Maebells
This Smoked Whole Turkey recipe is stuffed and coated in a homemade spice rub, then slow smoked to tender and juicy perfection.
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12
Perfect Roast Chicken
Learn how to make the Perfect Roast Chicken that is super juicy and loaded with flavor! Under 1 net carb per serving, it’ll become a family favorite quickly!
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13
Smoked Pork Tenderloin (+ Homemade Dry Rub)
This easy Smoked Pork Tenderloin is flavored with the most amazing homemade dry rub, then slow cooker to perfection on the grill!
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14
Slow Cooker Ginger Garlic Pork Tenderloin (keto + low carb)
Slow Cooker Ginger Garlic Pork Tenderloin is an effortless Asian dish that is the perfect combination of sweet and savory! Each serving has less than three net carbs each.
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Gluten Free Thanksgiving Desserts
The best way to end the day! These gluten free desserts are sure to please everyone at your table!
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Keto Butter Pecan Cheesecake
This rich Keto Butter Pecan Cheesecake is an incredibly decadent low carb dessert! With a delicious pecan crust, creamy cheesecake, keto caramel sauce and roasted pecans, you would never guess this is just 3.5 net carbs per slice!
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16
Caramel Smothered Apple Cinnamon Cupcakes
Light and fluffy Apple Cinnamon Cupcakes are smothered in a rich homemade caramel sauce that is packed with flavor!
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17
Chocolate Stuffed Baked Apples – Maebells
Chocolate Stuffed Baked Apples are packed with coconut, lightly salted almonds, and rich dark chocolate!
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18
Keto Pumpkin Bars Recipe (Low-Carb!)
These Keto Pumpkin Bars are a low carb delight! At just 3.3 net carbs per serving, this is the perfect Fall dessert recipe!
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19
Keto French Silk Pie – Maebells
Try this Keto French Silk Pie for a decadent low-carb dessert! At about 5 net carbs per slice, this rich chocolate pie is an instant keto classic!
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20
Keto Cranberry Cheesecake Bars
These delicious Keto Cranberry Cheesecake Bars have an almond flour shortbread cookie crust, a vanilla cheesecake filling, a layer of low-carb cranberry sauce, and a pecan crumble topping. At 5 net carbs each, this is a decadent keto treat!
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21
Peanut Butter Cup Pie – Maebells
Creamy Peanut Butter Filling is topped with Dark Chocolate Ganache for the perfect easy and gluten free Peanut Butter Cup Pie.
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22
Keto Sugar Cookies Recipe (Sugar Free & Low Carb!)
This is the perfect Keto Sugar Cookie Recipe! These almond flour sugar cookies have the delicious, soft, melt in your mouth texture, just like traditional Lofthouse sugar cookies, and contain about 2 net carbs each!
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23
Keto Peanut Butter Fudge – Maebells
Ultra creamy, three-ingredient Keto Peanut Butter Fudge that is only 2 net carbs per slice!
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24
Crockpot Spiced Apples Recipe
These Crockpot Spiced Apples are the ultimate autumn comfort food! You will love these tender apples packed with pumpkin spice and cinnamon flavor!
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Keto Caramel Mocha Cheesecake Bars
These decadent three layer Keto Caramel Mocha Cheesecake Bars are the perfect sweet treat! Each bar contains just 2.5 net carbs!
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More Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes:
- Gluten Free Thanksgiving Sides
- 20+ BEST Keto Thanksgiving Recipes (great for family members that are sugar-free or low-carb… and these are still gluten free!)
- The Best Overnight Breakfast Recipes (perfect when company is staying over)
Thanksgiving Centerpiece and Décor Ideas
Don’t forget to set the tone with thoughtful, beautiful decorations during the holidays! Here are some easy DIY options, perfect for beginners.
- DIY Birch Branch Candlesticks — The varied heights and styles make these an amazing centerpiece! You can gather them all together or gather them in bunches on separate tables to bring the whole room together.
- Birch Branch Candle Holder — What a statement piece! With minimal work, you can create a stunning piece that lights up the table without preventing you from seeing everyone at the table!
- DIY Wooden Pedestals — Serving dinner buffet style? This is a great way to add levels and interest to the table!
- Birch Place Card Holders — A beautiful way to show that everyone belongs, or you could use these to label your foods on the buffet!
- DIY Wooden Tray — Such a perfect, farmhouse touch for serving food to the table. It’s also a great way to keep all the centerpiece items in one place.