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17 Gluten-Free Holiday Appetizers That Will Make Your Celebration!

Shirley Braden

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I mentioned in a previous post that my family indulges in gluten-free holiday appetizers on Christmas Eve. Well, whenever I’m entertaining on New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day, I like to take that same route. I consider it a time for party fare, which I consider appetizers to be, versus a sit-down dinner. I feel like it’s far more festive and it keeps folks happy with lots of choices and less “stuffed.” Finger foods and small plates always help with the latter.

Gluten-Free Holiday Appetizers [featured on GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

A sampling of gluten-free holiday appetizers featured on gfe.

I have fond memories of so many New Year’s Eve gatherings over the years. Some were just the two of us with another couple. Typically it was our only holiday get together with them and it featured a belated Christmas gift exchange. One year some friend gave me a 10-lb bag of  pistachios. They knew the way to my heart! Others were gatherings of several friends, parties I suppose.

I remember one particular New Year’s Eve party before Mr. GFE and I were married (we were dating at the time). It was snowing like crazy that evening. That meant that very few folks actually made it to the party, which in turn meant lots of leftover food. No worries. Because New Year’s Eve had fallen on a Friday, I just had a repeat party the following night after the snow had stopped and the roads were passable. It all worked out beautifully as everyone was happy not to miss the party and all the food got eaten!

Here are my favorite gluten-free holiday appetizers. There are appetizers that please guests of all ages and appetizers that are more suitable for the adult palate. Choose which ones work best for your celebration! Happy New Year!

Gluten-Free Holiday Appetizers from gfe

~ Cucumber Chickpea “Bruschetta”

Cucumber Chickpea "Bruschetta." One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Chicken Nuggets (Two Ways)

Gluten-Free Crispy Chicken Nuggets breaded in crushed potato chips! One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com]

~ Elegant and Easy Party Puffs (fill with sweet or savory ingredients)

Easy Gluten-Free Party Puffs. Fill with savory or sweet ingredients. One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com]

~ Fried Calamari

Gluten-Free Fried Calamari. As good as gluten-full calamari ever was! One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Mom’s Deviled Eggs

Mom's Deviled Eggs are the very best! So easy to make, too! One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Paleo Pigs in a Blanket

Paleo Pigs in a Blanket! Paleo Piggies if you will! Gluten free, grain free, dairy free, egg free, nut free. One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [From Predominantly Paleo and featured on GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Pimento Cheese Spread

Pimento Cheese Spread is a delicious Southern classic that's naturally gluten free. It makes a lovely presentation when served on gluten-free crackers, toast points, or bagels, or with celery sticks. I've also eaten it on potato chips!

 

~ Pizza Bombs

Gluten-Free Pizza Bombs from Gluten Free Easily

Gluten-Free Pizza Bombs. Think pizza rolls, but at least 10 times better! One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Pizza Dip

Pizza Dip is perfect for parties or an informal and relaxed offbeat dinner! One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip

Gluten-Free Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip with Crunchmaster Crackers. (Any gf crackers will work.) One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Spiced Party Meatballs

These Spiced Meatballs make the party. They're gluten free but even the gluten-full folks love them! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com]

~ Two-Ingredient “Secret Ingredient” Chicken Wings

Tasty Two-Ingredient "Secret Ingredient" Gluten-Free Chicken Wings. One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

~ Two-Ingredient Crab Ball

Two-Ingredient Crab Ball. One of 17 gluten-free holiday appetizers that will make your New Year celebration! [featured on GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

More Terrific Gluten-Free Holiday Appetizer Recipes

~ Bacon Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates from In Johnna’s Kitchen

~ Easy Ham and Dill Pickle Appetizer Bites from Kalyn’s Kitchen

Ham and Dill Pickle Bites Appetizer

~ Paleo Sausage Balls from Gluten-Free Homemaker (Note that this site is no longer active; therefore, I have linked to the recipe via the Wayback Machine.)

~ Spiced Pecans from Elana’s Pantry

~ Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip from Hunter’s Lyonesse

Originally published December 30, 2016; updated April 14, 2022.

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  1. Debi V. Smith says

    December 31, 2016 at 11:33 am

    Your Fried Calamari and Pizza Bombs are two of my favorites to make!

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    • Shirley Braden says

      December 31, 2016 at 2:09 pm

      Thanks for taking the time to share that info with others, Debi! Your Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip is one reason that I like to have cashews and nutritional yeast on hand at all times. 😉 Now if only we could get some restaurants making your version!!

      Happy New Year!
      Shirley

      Reply
  2. Ina Gawne says

    December 31, 2016 at 7:32 pm

    All of these appetizers sound fantastic! Happy New Years to you Shirley1 🙂

    Reply
    • Shirley Braden says

      January 2, 2017 at 2:09 pm

      Thanks, Ina! Happy New Year to you, too, dear!! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  3. swathi says

    January 9, 2017 at 1:11 pm

    Delicious collection thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop.

    Reply
    • Shirley Braden says

      January 10, 2017 at 5:46 pm

      Thanks, Swathi! These recipes would work great for the Super Bowl, too (or really any party). 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  4. Michele Morin says

    January 3, 2021 at 2:58 pm

    Oh, Yum
    Happy 2021!

    Reply
    • Shirley Braden says

      January 3, 2021 at 3:14 pm

      Hi Michele!–It’s so nice to see you here on gfe again. Thanks so much re: both! 🙂 Happy 2021 to you as well! Hoping it brings all good things for us!

      Shirley

      Reply

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