Gluten free Christmas hampers: Ideas, Treats and What to Check

October 7, 2026

Christmas 2026 key dates (UK)

Black Friday: Friday 27 November
Advent Sunday: 29 November
Christmas Day: Friday 25 December
Boxing Day: Saturday 26 December (bank holiday Monday 28 December)
Last posting dates: Royal Mail usually recommends mid December for second class and a few days later for first class. Check Royal Mail for this year's exact dates.

Christmas food is full of gluten: mince pies, stuffing, Christmas pudding. A gluten-free Christmas hamper lets them enjoy the treats safely. Order early, as they sell out in December.

Pair any food gift with a card and a note saying you checked the label: it shows you thought about it.

Festive GF treats

Gluten-free mince pies
GF Christmas pudding
Gluten-free stollen or panettone
GF crackers and cheese

DIY festive hamper

GF shortbread
Chocolate labelled gluten free
Mulled wine spices
A Christmas card

Timing

Order by early December
Check delivery slots
Note best-before dates
Keep it separate from other food

Key things to remember

Read every label.
Ask about allergies if unsure.
Non-food gifts are always safe.

Frequently asked questions

Is Christmas pudding gluten free?

Traditional ones aren't. Look for a pudding labelled gluten free.

How can I make sure a food gift is safe?

Always read the label: recipes change, and 'may contain' warnings matter for allergies and coeliac disease.

What is a good example of gluten free Christmas hampers?

"Gluten-free mince pies" is one of 12 examples on this page. Pick the one closest to the tone you want, then add a specific detail of your own - a shared memory, a date, a name - so it reads as yours rather than copied.

Can I copy these messages word for word?

Yes. Everything on this page is free to copy, print and read out - no permission or credit needed. Changing one detail so it fits the person is all we would suggest.

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