Gluten Free Advent Calendars
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One of the most difficult things about living with Celiac Disease or a dietary restriction is the impact it has on holidays. Therefore, I’ve compiled a list of gluten free advent calendars that anyone can enjoy. Options include chocolate, toys, crafts and more!
What is Advent? Where Do Advent Calendars Come From?
Michigan Public radio shares the following in their article about the history of Advent Calendars
The season of Advent dates back to the fourth century, and is celebrated by most Christian churches in the Western tradition. The four-week period begins on the Sunday closest to the feast day of St. Andrew the Apostle (Nov. 30) and lasts for the next three Sundays.”
Rachel Treisman, Michigan Public Radio
Rachel further explains in the article that Advent calendars started in Germany, and became popular in the states after World War II. They’ve been popular here ever since!
Do Chocolate Advent Calendars Contain Gluten?
Some chocolate (and other food) advent calendars contain gluten. There are many that contain no gluten ingredients. However, I wanted to create a list of gluten free Advent Calendars that confirm their gluten free status.
How Do I Order One of These Advent Calendars?
Under the description for each advent calendar, you’ll see a “Click to Order” button. Click that button it will take you to the associated website for ordering.
In the past, Oh MI Organics in St. Johns made their own advent calendars. This year they’ll be selling No Whey Chocolate’s advent calendar.
Nationwide Gluten Free Chocolate Advent Calendars
The following gluten free chocolate advent calendars are available to order nationwide.
While I've never had them, I know See's is popular with the Gluten Free community. This is what the See's website states about gluten in their facility.
"Candies produced in See’s Candies facilities do not contain gluten, and these products are the vast majority of those we sell. We sell a small amount of specialty candies that we purchase from other partner confectioners. Although these don’t contain gluten, they are manufactured in shared facilities or in shared equipment with gluten-containing products. These products are candy canes, peanut butter bites, lemon drops, apple pie bites, Hanukkah hard candy, hot cocoa, chocolate covered coffee beans sold in our retail shops and online at Sees.com."
This horse themed chocolate advent calendar from Harbor Sweets is specifically labeled gluten free. There are six diffferent flavors to enjoy throughout the month, including peppermint, caramel, and toffee Flavors do contain milk, soy and almonds.
No Whey Chocolates are well known for their range of products that are all free from the top 9 allergens. In addition to the advent calendar, they also make a 24 count signature truffle collection. Look for it under the "Christmas" tab on their website. (Click the "continue reading" button to head to their website.)
Amanda's Own is a small woman-owned business in Ohio. Her advent calendar is free from the top 9 allergens as well.
"From December 1st through Christmas Day, you can open a little door and find a piece of our chocolate adorned with a picture representing the holiday. On Christmas Day a big chocolate Santa is waiting for you! "
Safe Sweets candy advent calendar is made in a dedicated gluten free and nut free facility. This advent calendar is free from the top 9 allergens, and contains no corn syrup.
"Each Chocolate Advent Calendar is filled with a same of solid chocolates. Solid chocolate pieces include a snowman, Christmas tree, Santa’s face, bells, and Christmas lights. ,"
Choc Zero is a keto chocolate company. Their facility is gluten free. Thanks to Gluten Free New England for mentioning this product in one of their posts.
This advent calendar, made in Italy, specifically states gluten free on the ingredint list.
Other Gluten Free Food Advent Calendars
Not everyone loves (or can eat) chocolate. This sub list includes jelly beans, popcorn, jam and more.
I have been to XO Marshmallow in Chicago and it is nothing short of magical. I've never seen so many flavors of marshmallows in my life. Flavors include Black Forest, Cotton Candy, Cookies and Cream (yes, GF!), Egg Nog, Lavendar, and more.
XO Marshmallows are made in a gluten free and peanut free facility.
This lovely advent calendar from Bonne Maman contains an assortment of jams and one jar of honey. The mini jars are perfect for travel, too!
My husband and I have enjoyed this cheese advent calendar for many years. While it's not available to order online, it is available in many stores. Click the button to read where you can find it. This advent calendar should be available at Sam’s Club, Target, Supervalu, Sprouts, Schnucks, Meijer, Jewel, Kroger, Lidl and Publix.
This Cheese Advent Calendar is only available at US Aldi stores. This is a limted time item, so don't daudle!
This gluten free popcorn advent calendar will be a great fun snack each day. "Inside, you'll find 24 doors with snack-sized packets of Joe & Seph's artisan-crafted popcorn in 12 delicious flavors including salted caramel, raspberry cheesecake and double chocolate."
Contains milk, soy, tree nuts and peanuts. Gluten Free.
Beverage Advent Calendars
Whether it's hot or cold, these beverage advent calendars will help you count down to Christmas.
Coffee Beanery coffee is top 8 allergen free, and made in Michigan! They offer 2 advent calendars, one with 12 packs and one with 24 k cups.
This box of Fraser Tea contains 12 Christmas themed tea sachets. Added bonus - Fraser Tea is a Michigan company.
This box of cocoa contains more than 24 packages of cocoa. GIve them to someone in a gift bag, and they can choose one each day until Christmas.
Wine Advent Calendars are all the rage. (I think Aldi even has one right now.) And alas, even though Michigan has many wineries, none of them are offering their own advent calendar. This one from Maker comes in cans, and contains 12 different flavors.
Wooden Advent Calendars
While food and beverage calendars meant to be discarded once the holidays are over, these Wooden Advent Calendars can be reused year after year.
This Christmas Tree advent calendar features art designed by L.L. Bean team members. It's made of manufactured wood,
I ADORE Melissa and Doug items. This wooden calendar is a fun and simple way to allow your child to count down the days until Santa appears.
"Includes magnetic wooden tree, 24 magnetic ornaments, and 1 shining star for the top of the tree. Holiday poem included on the back encourages family communication and a festive “read-aloud” ritual."
Surrounding the scene are 24 numbered red and blue alternating doors with golden handles; when opened each day during Advent, each door reveals a new magnetic figure to place on the Nativity scene. Your family will love interacting with this piece each day during Advent, year after year.
Unlike other advent calendars where you get something each day, this daily countdown to Christmas encourages you do do something kind for someone else.
"This one-of-a-kind Kindness Advent Calendar features a daily countdown marked by 25 powerful, easy-to-do, self-reflective kindness activities. Matched with confidence and resilience building affirmations designed for the whole family to enjoy!
Each day also presents a fun re-usable sticker to add to the festive Christmas scene, providing endless opportunities for creative and open-ended play."
Crafty Advent Calendars
The holiday season is the perfect time to get "crafty." From paint to felting to baking, these advent calendars will inspire your creative spirit during the holidays.
This 12 day advent calendar includes paints, brushes, markers and more.
Amanda Watson's kit is a crafty take on the traditional Advent calendar that provides a merry new design to stitch every day from the first of December to the 25th. Amanda's easy-to-follow instructions are welcoming to newbies, and with 12 different stitches, this is also an ideal project for needlers who want to learn some new techniques.
"Our Advent Calendar includes 25 different felt ornament sticker craft kits to keep your little ones busy every day in December. There’s no sewing or glue required, kids can follow the picture instructions and create ornaments all on their own."
Treat your favorite baker to 24 days of holiday happiness. Our festively decorated advent calendar is filled with two dozen numbered boxes that each hold a special surprise. From cookie cutters to spatulas, piping bags, gift bags, decorating tips and more, the goodies are guaranteed to inspire creative baking.
Other Advent Calendars
From toys to make up to socks, a collection of other advent calendars to make this season merry and bright.
Lego makes multiple advent calendars. Other themes include Star Wars, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Marvel.
Know a Jeep owner? The latest trend is to showcase Rubber Ducks on a Jeep Dash. This advent calendar allows them to show off to everyone.
The age old question. Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? If your answer is yes, you may like this advent calendar. With each passing day of December, Hans Gruber falls ever closer to the ground.
Made by DSM Foundry, a small business in Des Moines, Iowa. They do custom wood engraving, including cutting boards where you can have a family recipe engraved for all time.
A huge thank you to my friend Johnna from In Johnna’s Kitchen for mentioning some of these that she saw on the Today Show Advent Calendar list. (For the Swiftie fans, there’s a Taylor Swift Calendar on the Today Show list!)
Other Holiday Traditions
Looking for a gluten free gingerbread house. Click this link to my article to find Michigan made and other gluten free gingerbread kits available nationwide.
Question: What would be your favorite kind of gluten free advent calendar? If you could have 24 days of some item or food, what would it be?
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