Here in New York spring really is a time of rebirth. We have our seeds going in the bedroom; their tiny leaves being coaxed out by a seedling light that turns on promptly at 7 am each day. Also in our bedroom is our seven month old kitten sitting in the window sill chattering to the birds who are playful again in the front yard feeder.  And the food finally feels enticing again, my taste buds are interested. It’s April, my birth month, and I feel refreshed.

This year Easter and Passover overlap in the month of April, giving us a reason to gather with friends and family after three yawning months. To help you fill your gathering with tempting and creative foods I’ve asked my fellow blogger friends to provide me with their favorite Gluten Free Easter and Passover dishes. ALL dishes are gluten free, and as with other roundups if the recipe indicates whether it meets other dietary needs I’ve indicated it after the recipe. Further, in an effort to be respectful to those who follow strict kosher for Passover I’ve also shared whether it is suitable for Passover (either as made or with modifications). Enjoy these recipes and this time of rebirth:

Breakfast/Brunch

Bananas Foster Waffles by My Gluten Free Miami

Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole by Vegetarian Mama

 

Breads

Hot Cross Buns by GF Jules (Dairy and egg free options)

Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns by Strength and Sunshine (Nut Free, Vegan)

Gluten Free Resurrection Rolls by GF Jules (Dairy free option)

 

Side and Soups

Gluten Free Matzo Ball Soup by Celiac Mama (Dairy and Top 8 Allergen Free, Kosher for Passover)

Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Dried Cranberries by Raia’s Recipes (grain, eggs, dairy, and sugar free)

Petite Pommes Anna (Buttery Scalloped Potato Stacks) by Go Dairy Free (dairy, egg, grain, nut, peanut, and soy free, vegan / vegetarian, Kosher for Passover)

Peruvian Deviled Eggs by My Gluten Free Miami (Kosher for Passover)

 

Main Dishes

One-Pan Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Fennel by Raia’s Recipes (Kosher for Passover)

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pot Pie with Carrot Rosettes by This Vivacious Life

BBQ Cola Chicken by Good For You Gluten Free (Kosher for Passover)

 

Cupcakes

Healthier Carrot Cake Cupcakes by Texan Erin (Paleo Option, grain free)

Gluten Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes by Gluten Free on a Shoestring

Paleo Coconut Cupcakes by Texan Erin (Paleo, grain and dairy free)

 

Cookies

Gluten Freee Lemon Krinkle Cookies by Good For You Gluten Free (Dairy Free, Kosher for Passover)

Gluten Free Bunny Cookies by Gluten Free on a Shoestring

Gluten Free Lemon Cookie Nests by Fearless Dining

Carrot Cake Vegan Coconut Macaroons by Jennifer Weinberg MD (Paleo, grain, egg, dairy, nut free, Vegan, Kosher for Passover)

 

Other Desserts

Gluten-Free Edible Nest and Carrot Cake Eggs by This Vivacious Life

Gluten Free Hot Cross Scones by Grain Changer

Easter Nests by Viand (Vegan, Kosher for Passover)

Coconut Crispy Treat Nests by Go Dairy Free (dairy, egg, nut, peanut, and soy free, vegan/vegetarian and top food allergen options)

Gluten free Bird Nest Brownie Bites by Grain Changer

Mini Carrot Cake Bundts by Strength and Sunshine (vegan)