If you just stumbled upon The Nosher (welcome!) or have been a loyal reader for years, chances are, you’re either someone who loves cooking and baking, or you’re simply the designated food producer in your household. Either way, there’s work to be done, and if your job includes getting food on the table, you already know that mealtime isn’t always straightforward. These days, feeding people often means working around allergies — and gluten is one of the biggest allergies to bear in mind.
Whether you’re cooking for someone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, or just trying out a gluten-free lifestyle for wellness reasons, navigating recipes can be tricky. Luckily, increased awareness of food allergies and intolerances, a growing focus on gut health and the popularity of specialized diets like paleo and keto have made gluten-free cooking more common.
According to The New York Times, even airlines and college dining halls are now adjusting their menus to meet the needs of a more diet- and allergy-conscious population. The stats back it up: Globally, children are more likely than ever to develop food allergies, including to gluten-containing grains like wheat.
Jewish cooks are no strangers to thinking about food at the ingredient level — whether it’s keeping kosher or steering clear of chametz during Passover. In many ways, gluten-free cooking is simply another version of that same thoughtful approach and you’ll find many popular Passover foods in our list as avoiding chametz sometimes aligns with avoiding gluten. (Pro tip! Did you know that brands like Manischewitz make a gluten-free matzah meal? We’ve scattered several recipes in this list that use matzah meal and are the perfect opportunities to try out this gluten-free version.)
The Nosher celebrates the traditions and recipes that have brought Jews together for centuries. Donate today to keep The Nosher's stories and recipes accessible to all.
And the good news? Gluten-free doesn’t have to mean hard. That’s where this roundup comes in. We’ve pulled together 32 of our favorite tried-and-true gluten-free recipes, from comforting mains like meatloaf to crowd-pleasing desserts, all designed to taste amazing and keep your ingredient list safe. Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding a crowd, you’ll find something here that everyone can enjoy, no gluten required.
Classic Passover Coconut Macaroon
Perhaps the most iconicaly Jewish and naturally gluten-free treat for your Passover guests.
Chremslach
Did you know you could make these delicious Jewish pancakes by using gluten-free matzah meal?
Super Easy Broccoli Kugel
For a gluten-free version of this incredible kugel, use potato starch instead of matzah meal.
Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chewy almond butter-chocolate chip cookies are naturally gluten-free and packed with rich, nutty flavor.
The Ultimate Jewish Meatloaf
Give klops a try with the use of gluten-free matzah meal.
Cauliflower Bialys
Cauliflower is camouflaging as everything these days! It’s the new bread, bagel, pizza dough and steak — and now it’s a bialy.
Skillet Tahini Banana Bread
This skillet banana bread might be gluten-free, refined sugar-free and dairy-free, but I can promise you won’t be missing anything!
Creamy Potato Latkes
With the help of gluten-free matzah meal, you can bring delicious creamy potatoes to your table!
Passover Almond Cake with Strawberry Compote
This light and airy almond cake with strawberry compote is naturally gluten‑free, made with almond flour and eggs.
Sweet Southern Chocolate Cookies
The cookies can be gluten-free if you bake them with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.
Passover Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken schnitzel tastes good any time but may taste even better on Passover using gluten-free matzah meal.
Cauliflower Kugel
This light kugel is both light and naturally gluten-free.
Chocolate Quinoa Cake
A moist and delicious chocolate cake that is dairy-free and gluten-free.
Haroset Cake
Packed with apples, honey, cinnamon, wine and walnuts, this moist cake will be your new gluten-free favorite.
Easy Zucchini Kugel
Super simple to make, gluten-free and perfect for summer.
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Hazelnut Almond Crust
This rich flourless chocolate cake with a hazelnut-almond crust offers a decadent, naturally gluten‑free dessert experience.
Pão de Queijo
This easy Brazilian cheese bread is naturally gluten-free, kid-friendly and ready in under an hour. The perfect Passover relief when you can’t stand another square of matzah.
Gluten-Free Apple Kugel
We have come to realize that making kugels gluten-free is actually really simple if you have the right ingredients.
Flourless Chocolate Tahini Brownies
These flourless chocolate tahini brownies are rich, chocolatey and chewy, with a glossy top and nutty tahini swirls.
Gluten-Free Honey Apple Cake
This sweet, nutty apple cake will be the perfect ending to your meal and is sure to satisfy even the most gluten-loving guests.
Gluten-Free Churros
These gluten-free churros are perfect for your Hanukkah party.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
This gluten-free chocolate chip cheesecake combines the richness of classic cheesecake with the indulgence of a chocolate ganache topping.
Gluten-Free Blintzes
This gluten-free blintz recipe offers a delicious, safe twist on a Jewish comfort food.
Gluten-Free Tahini Halvah Brownies
Gluten-free brownies — when made without those unpredictably tricky gluten-free flours — can be fudgey, rich and above all, very easy to make.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake
Enjoy this delicious cake with your afternoon coffee, no gluten required.
The Best Gluten-Free Hamantaschen
Apricot and almond make these gluten-free treats an absolute delight.
The Ultimate Gluten-Free Challah
This gluten-free challah recipe combines oat, sorghum and tapioca flours for a soft, slightly sweet bread that’s perfect for Shabbat or any occasion.
The Best Gluten-Free Chocolate Babka
This gluten-free chocolate babka is a rich, indulgent twist on the classic Jewish pastry.
The Best Gluten-Free Rugelach
This gluten-free rugelach is a tender, flaky pastry filled with sweet cinnamon and walnuts.
