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Essential Holiday Bakes
Gluten-Free Artisanal Cookies and Cakes
Don’t let being gluten-free keep you from the holiday magic.
Essential Holiday Bakes offers a thoughtfully curated collection of artisanal cookies and tea cakes that deliver the nostalgic flavors and textures you love – minus the gluten.
Each recipe uses a custom gluten-free flour blend for perfect results every time. No gums. No xanthan. Just smart, intentional baking.
Reliable and achievable, these recipes include guidance to adjust sweetness, flavors, and presentation. They’ll be your “go-to” for cozy winter breakfasts, hostess gifts, stunning holiday dessert tables, and more!
Grab one for yourself and one to share. Perfect for a holiday gift exchange, stocking stuffer, or for that gluten-free friend who’s always hunting for new recipes!
What’s inside?
8 signature recipes with 19 delicious variations, and a bonus chapter with festive edible garnishes.
This is a flexible, value-packed collection that expands into dozens of flavor combinations. From rustic, low-sugar tea cakes to richly frosted showpieces and festively garnished cookies. Perfect for both weekday treats and special celebrations.
Mini Cranberry-Orange Pistachio Biscotti
Infused with orange, and loaded with pistachios and cranberry, these biscotti are festive and flavorful. Their golden hue and satisfying crunch make them perfect for holiday gifting, pairing with your morning coffee or tea, or serving on a brunch spread. Best of all, no one will guess they’re gluten-free! Variations: Cherry, Almond & Orange • Chocolate Chip • Chocolate Dipped • Classic Anise (Stella D’Oro Style) • Cranberry White Chocolate • Fig & Walnut
Lingonberry Thumbprint Cookies
Rustic and jammy, these timeless thumbprint cookies are made with a butter-rich dough that creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Variations: Low moisture jams and fruit preserves
Ginger-Spiced Butter Cookies
Buttery and warmly spiced, these cookies blend the cozy flavor of gingerbread with the tender texture of shortbread. Enjoy them plain or topped with Maple Icing or Mocha Drizzle for added sweetness. Feeling creative? Try the Frosted Cut-Out Cookies variation below. Perfect for a chilly winter day. Variations: Frosted Cut-Out cookies • Maple Icing • Mocha Drizzle
Chocolate Dipped Chewy Coconut Cookies
Infused with almond extract and dipped in dark chocolate, these chewy coconut cookies taste indulgent without feeling heavy. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for your holiday gatherings or gifting, these treats are effortlessly elegant and deeply satisfying. Variations: Lemon Flavoring • Rose Flavoring
Lemon-Cardamom Ricotta Tea Cake
This moist, creamy ricotta cake is infused with fresh lemon and warm cardamom. Gently sweetened, it’s perfect for tea, brunch, or a light after-dinner treat. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar, lemon slices, and rosemary for a festive touch. To add sweetness, a pop of color, or a flavor accent, drizzle with Maple Icing or Citrus Rose Icing, or top with Sugared Cranberries and Candied Orange Peel. Variations: Maple Icing • Citrus Rose Icing • Sugared Cranberry and Orange Garnish
Hazelnut Cocoa Tea Cake
Turn tea time into a mindful ritual with this gluten-free blend of hazelnuts, cocoa, and cinnamon. Lightly sweetened, it’s perfect for breakfast with a dollop of yogurt, or a dusting of confectioners’ sugar. For a richer variation, stir in chocolate chips or finish with Cherry Icing or Mocha Cream Cheese. Top with Caramelized Hazelnuts for a festive, patisserie-worthy finish. Variations: Cherry Icing • Mocha Cream Cheese Frosting with Caramelized Hazelnuts
Rosemary Fig Walnut Tea Cake
Lightly sweetened and brimming with figs and walnuts, this rosemary-infused tea cake strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Wonderfully versatile, it is lovely served at breakfast or with afternoon tea. For a festive dessert or brunch, add Honey Cream Cheese Frosting and finish with an arrangement of figs, rosemary sprigs, and walnuts. Variation: Honey Cream Cheese Frosting with Fresh Fig Arrangement
Holiday Brioche Cake
Inspired by the buttery richness of French brioche and the candied fruit of Italian panettone, this loaf is soft, tender, and lightly spiced with cardamom and nutmeg. Rum-soaked raisins and Candied Orange Peel make it richly aromatic, perfect for holidays, tea time, or any indulgent moment.
Bonus Chapter: Edible Garnishes & Homemade Candy
Add sparkle, shine, and gourmet flair with easy enhancements you can make in minutes.
Includes: Candied Orange Peel • Simple Syrup • Sugared Rosemary • Sugared Cranberries • Caramelized Hazelnuts
Use on cakes, cocktails, cheese boards, salads, bar snacks, or holiday roasts for effortless elegance.
Features You’ll Love
• 100% Gluten-Free
• Custom flour blends for each recipe (no gums, no xanthan)
• Holiday-ready flavors and presentation
• Photos straight from my kitchen
• Clear, tested, reliable recipes
Flours & Starches Used in This Book
Almond Flour • Arrowroot Starch • Millet Flour • Potato Starch • Tapioca Starch • Psyllium Husk Powder • Hazelnut Flour (1 recipe) • White Rice Flour (stoneground)
Note: Flour substitutions are not included. This collection is wheat-free but not specifically formulated for celiac disease. If you are celiac or highly sensitive, be sure to use certified gluten-free ingredients.