As soon as fall arrives, pumpkin spice becomes the flavor of the season. The love for this sweet holiday flavor carries through into winter, and it's baked into delicious Christmas treats. While pumpkin is now a favorite dessert recipe, it wasn't always the case. Pumpkin pie that closely resembles what we enjoy today became increasingly popular in the 18th century and has since remained a Thanksgiving and Christmas staple. When mixed with flavorful spices, pumpkin transforms into a deliciously sweet flavor incorporated into several dessert recipes. Pumpkin bread, cookies and even lattes are enjoyed regularly throughout the holiday season.
When following a paleo diet, great emphasis is placed on fresh, whole foods' nutritional benefits. Foods that remain in their natural state from farm to table are highly desired and encouraged. However, due to seasonality, finding freshly grown fruits is not always an option. In this case, it's best to search for as minimally processed foods as possible, and canned pumpkin fits into this category. If you can't find a fresh pumpkin or merely don't want to take the time to turn it into a puree yourself, then canned pumpkin is an excellent paleo alternative. When purchasing canned pumpkin at grocery stores, it's essential to make sure that it is of high quality and free of any added ingredients. Being that pumpkin is a popular holiday flavor, many paleo desserts can be made from it. If you're ready to begin baking with pumpkin, try out these delicious recipes.
Are you searching for the perfect dessert to bring to this year's small family gathering? Try making this Paleo Pumpkin Pie Dutch Baby recipe. The traditional holiday flavors of pumpkin puree are mixed into our Paleo Baking Flour for the ultimate winter dessert dish! Serve it freshly baked, warm from the oven, and watch your guest's mouths drop as they try a slice.
The perfect dessert recipe to close 2020, this Paleo Apple Crisp is sweeter than it sounds. Made with our Paleo Baking Flour and ripe, juicy apples, it's delicious when paired with a scoop of your favorite frozen dessert or banana "nice cream." Make this dessert for guests or enjoy yourself. Its delicious flavors are sure to curb your sugar cravings.
Decadent, rich and oh-so-delicious, these Paleo Chocolate Avocado Mousse Tartlets are sure to satisfy any craving. While you may be wondering how avocado found its way into a dessert recipe, you'd be surprised at the light and airy mousse-like texture it brings to this dish. Made with wholesome paleo ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup and coconut oil, this is one dessert recipe you won't want to pass up. Crisp chocolate tart shells are filled with creamy chocolate avocado mousse and then topped with sweet fresh raspberries for a dessert that's out of this world delicious. Make this recipe on your next holiday date night, or surprise loved ones at your family gathering.
We couldn't close out our holiday paleo dessert list without adding a great gingerbread recipe to it. These Paleo Gingerbread Cookies are the ideal holiday desserts to bring to any gathering. They're gluten free, grain free, easy to make, and taste great. Because these cookies can be made in a snap, they are an excellent dessert to make when you're running short on time. Bring them to your next small holiday get-together, or enjoy them yourself at home. This recipe is undoubtedly one worth trying!
Remember, no holiday season would be complete without a great tasting dessert. Whether you're paleo or not, the recipes on this list are sure to leave you satisfied. Sweet, wholesome and overflowing with flavor, these paleo desserts for Christmas are genuinely some of our favorites. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, we wish you safe and happy holidays!
Have a favorite paleo dessert recipe that you'd like to share? Let us know what desserts you'll be making this season in the comments below.
