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Dec 18, 2024By Samridhi Rohatgi
The holiday season is here, and it's time for joy, celebration, and lots of sweet treats. However, for little ones with food allergies, finding safe dessert alternatives can sometimes be overwhelming. So, to make the occasion sweeter for your kiddos, this article brings in some of the most delicious treats that are free from common allergens such as nuts, gluten, dairy, and eggs. The best part? You don't have to compromise on flavor!
Read below to explore allergy-friendly recipes for kids this Christmas.
Coconut Delights
Made with coconut and allergy-friendly ingredients, this coconut delight recipe is a perfect, soft, and sweet treat for little bakers.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups desiccated coconut
- ¼ cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Procedure
- In a bowl, mix together desiccated coconut, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to form a dough.
- Now scoop small portions from the dough and shape them into snowballs.
- Coat each ball with some desiccated coconut and let it sit for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies
No Christmas is complete without gingerbread cookies. These gingerbread cookies, made using a gluten-free flour blend, are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a festive classic.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp water
Procedure
- Preheat the oven to 175°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free flour, baking soda, ground ginger, and cinnamon.
- Now add coconut oil, maple syrup, and water, and mix together to form a smooth cookie dough.
- Roll the dough and cut using cookie cutters.
- Place them on the tray and bake for about 12-15 minutes.
- Decorate with dairy-free icing (optional) and cool before serving.
Banana Oatmeal Christmas Bars
Soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened, these banana oatmeal bars are a perfect nut-free and dairy-free alternative and are loaded with Christmas-inspired flavors of cinnamon and raisins.
Ingredients
- 2 mashed bananas
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ¼ cup raisins
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Procedure
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Meanwhile, line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Now, in a bowl, mix together mashed bananas, oats, raisins, cinnamon powder, and maple syrup well.
- Layer the mixture on the lined tray evenly and press firmly.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes until the cookies turn out golden brown.
Chocolate Avocado Pudding
This chocolate avocado pudding is a creamy, rich, and dairy-free dessert that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Procedure
- In a blender, add avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt and blend to form a smooth and creamy batter.
- Now scoop the pudding into small cups and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Dust off some cocoa powder or some fresh berries and enjoy!
Dairy Free Peppermint-Infused Hot Chocolate
Want to indulge in the Christmas flavor? This dairy free hot chocolate recipe with a hint of peppermint is perfect for those chilly Christmas evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- Dairy-free whipped cream
Procedure
- In a saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat.
- Now whisk in some cocoa powder and maple syrup to form a smooth batter.
- Now stir in peppermint extract.
- Heat the mixture until its warm. Make sure its not boiling though.
- Pour into mugs and top with dairy-free whipped cream.
- Sprinkle some cocoa powder over it and serve !
Takeaway
If you feel like food allergies always take away the joy of Christmas treats, this time say goodbye to your fear. From coconut delight to peppermint-hot chocolate, these recipes are not just safe and easy to prepare but a treat for the little ones.
Also explore our article on some fun Christmas craft activities for kids.
