Gluten-Free Cranberry Pistachio Christmas Snack Mix

You can make this gluten-free Cranberry Pistachio Christmas Snack Mix ahead of time and give it as a gift or to family and friends. The tartness of the cranberries and the crunch of the pistachios make it a great mix of sweet and salty.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups gluten-free rice cereal
• 2 cups gluten-free pretzel twists
• 1 cup gluten-free dried cranberries
• 1 cup gluten-free roasted pistachios
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips make sure they're gluten-free
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar optional, for dusting

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free rice cereal, gluten-free pretzel twists, gluten-free dried cranberries, and gluten-free roasted pistachios

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth

Stir in the vanilla extract

Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl

Use a spatula to gently toss and coat all the ingredients evenly with the white chocolate mixture

Sprinkle the salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg over the mixture and toss again to distribute the spices evenly

Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat

Allow the snack mix to cool and the white chocolate to set, which will take about 30-45 minutes

If desired, dust the cooled snack mix with powdered sugar for an extra festive touch

Once the snack mix is completely cooled and the white chocolate is set, break it into pieces and transfer it to an airtight container or gift bags

Enjoy your gluten-free Cranberry Pistachio Christmas Snack Mix!

Double Chocolate Vegan Muffins

Enjoy these double chocolate vegan muffins, they are rich and chocolatey. They are perfect for people on special diets or who just want a sweet treat because they are made with gluten-free flours and dairy-free ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/2 cup dairy-free milk such as almond or coconut milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, dairy-free milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients

Mix until just combined

Fold in dairy-free chocolate chips

Line a muffin tin with liners or lightly grease it

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean

Remove from oven and let cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy these double chocolate vegan muffins as a delicious gluten-free treat!