Foods 
Christmas time brings family get-togethers, and rekindling old stories over a nice, warm beverage. Whether you are a coffee drinker, tea drinker, or just can't help but treat yourself to hot chocolate this Christmas, all of them are much better when paired with something you can dip into them. Biscotti-- specifically, these Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti-- are perfect for that purpose! Looking for more gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti: Perfect for Dunking! Biscotti gets its Italian name from the ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Coconut Flour & Almond Butter Cookies, Three Ways
Though the Smith family is not grain-free, I occasionally like to turn to coconut flour as an alternative to typical grain flours when making cakes and cookies. The whole family enjoys the soft texture, unique flavor, and slight sweetness of it. A while back I developed a peanut butter cookie recipe featuring coconut flour. We actually eat it most often for breakfast! It's a win-win when I can offer my family cookies that are healthy enough for a meal, but delicious enough that we can all enjoy them as a treat. Looking for more gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Apricot Almond Thumbprint Cookies
Each thumbprint is individual, a unique marker for every person. No two thumbprints are the same. Just like these apricot almond thumbprint cookies, no two are the same and each are perfectly individual. These pretty little gems are a yummy treat any time of year, but we love them at Christmastime! When I bake during the Christmas season, I make cookies and baked goods that are reflections of my family heritage. I also enjoy making ones that have unique qualities and show how much love I’ve poured into these delicious treats. Apricot almond cookies are my favorite to bake during the holiday season because they are ...Read More
25 Days of Grain Free Christmas Cookies: Coconut Lemon Cookies
Coconut and lemon paired together in a fluffy perfect little cookie—need I say more? Here in Southern California, the Christmas season is a bit different than the rest of the country. On Christmas day we can enjoy the beach, a game of football in the sun, or a warm family walk after gift giving and dinner. These coconut lemon cookies pair perfectly with our warm sunshine and active Christmas day. They are light, fluffy, and just the perfect combination of coconut and lemon flavors. As a young girl, my Mother and I made a variation of these cookies every holiday season. As I’ve started my own family and our dietary ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Reindeer Bombs
These grain-free Reindeer Bombs are so amazing—crispy on the outside, with a soft, gooey, marshmallow-y center. You'll want this cookie to be a part of your Christmas tradition every year! Snowmen, Christmas trees, a roaring fire...reindeer...they all remind me of Christmas time. I wanted to come up with a Christmas cookie that was cute, clever, and good enough to be a tradition in our home every year. Grain-Free Reindeer Bombs Cookies I love holiday baking. It's such a great nostalgic activity and it's even more fun making the cookies with my kids. Add playing some Christmas music and a fire in the fireplace and ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Egg-Free & Dairy-Free Gingerbread Coconut Macaroons
These Gingerbread Coconut Macaroons will make your mouth water with the generous use of winter spices! I am currently unable to eat eggs or dairy. Therefore, I created an allergy-friendly version that is equally as yummy as the traditional counterpart. The texture is a bit different (more cake like and softer with a slight tendency towards crumbling) but the flavor is identical. The cool thing about this recipe is that you can make the macaroons into, well, macaroons or you can just dump the batter into a glass baking dish and make a little cake. So that’s a double win for the egg-free/dairy free gingerbread coconut ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Gingerbread Coconut Macaroons
I adore Autumn and Winter. While I appreciate the sunshine, warmth, and vibrant colors that Spring and Summer bring, I absolutely adore the flavors of Autumn and Winter. The warm, rich, comforting spices and herbs are soothing to my soul. One of my most frequently consumed and most loved foods is coconut. I seriously eat tons of it daily. Getting creative with coconut has been lots of fun for me over the years, especially during the holidays when the pairing of coconut with rich spices is a must for me! One of my absolute favorite coconut creations for the holidays is gingerbread coconut macaroons. Seriously, ...Read More
25 Days of Grain-Free Christmas Cookies: Christmas Cheer Cookies
These grain-free Christmas Cheer cookies are the perfect holiday treat. You simply take a traditional grain-free chocolate chip cookie recipe and make it even more special. Everyone will love these cookies, both at parties and as a homemade Christmas gift! To quote the movie Elf, The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. I have to say that Buddy has a good point, but I’d like to add “…and baking cookies to share with those around you.” The Joy from Making Christmas Cheer Cookies... Christmas season is one of my favorite times of the year. Life always seems to speed up during the ...Read More
