I’ve never sat down and watched an entire football game in my life. But I’m also not one to turn down the opportunity to party. I have such fond memories of Game Day celebrations growing up. It didn’t really matter whose teams were playing as long as there was plenty of delicious food to go around.
You see, for me, ballgames are all about the food possibilities . . . cheesy dips, savory meatballs and rich morsels of fudge!
So if you’re hosting a Game Day Party this year, or if you’re attending and plan to bring along some nosh, I’ve collected some recipes for your culinary inspiration!
All of these recipes are gluten free or easily adaptable. For more game day recipe ideas, check out my Game Day Recipes page on Pinterest.
20 {Gluten Free} Game Day Recipe Ideas
1. Jalapeño Popper Dip is as easy to make as it is delicious!
2. Friday Night (or anytime) Chili — what better meal to serve a crowd on game day than a big pot of homemade chili!?
3. Spinach Balls are always a favorite of the kids . . . believe it or not!
4. Savory Blue Cheese Cake is sure to class up your superbowl party!
recipe & photo credit: Toni at Boulder Locavore
5. Buffalo Chicken Dip is always a crowd pleaser.
6. Make Ahead Mini Meatball Pasta with Red Sauce will definitely warm their tummies.
recipe & photo credit: Jessica at A Parent in America
gluten free note: buy or make gluten free bread crumbs; serve with gluten free pasta
7. Chili Goat Cheese Dip is a tangy alternative to the popular “cowboy dip” that replaces cream cheese with goat cheese.
8. Parmesan Baked Potato Halves will make you the most popular girl at the party!
recipe & photo credit: Emily at Favorite Family Recipes
9. Guacamole is always a party favorite, and this recipe will wow even your harshest critic.
10. Caramelized Onion Spinach Dip is low on guilt but big on taste!
recipe & photo credit: Cassie at Bake Your Day
11. ‘Nacho’ Avocado Pizza uses a gluten-free pizza crust instead of nachos to make “nachos” without the mess.
recipe & photo credit: Kelly at The Centsible Life
12. White Pizza Dip is a deliciously cheesy dip with the added taste and texture of freshly roasted tomato and chunks of garlic.
recipe & photo credit: Wendy at La Phemme Phoodie
13. Ultimate Nachos are a fan favorite no matter what team you’re rooting for!
14. Creamy Chipotle Butternut Dip is both an indulgent party dip and full of whole, healing foods.
recipe & photo credit: Alta at Tasty Eats at Home
15. Salt & Pepper Caramel Popcorn is the perfect mix of sweet and salty.
recipe & photo credit: Carrie at Fields of Cake
15. Diablo Chicken Wings via Martie Duncan at Martie Does Parties will have your guests begging for the recipe.
And what would Game Day be without dessert!?
16. Chocolate Chip Cookies are sure to disappear before Half Time.
17. Peanut Butter Balls are a family favorite in our house . . . I bet they will be in yours too!
18. Banana Bread – you’ll never believe it is gluten free.
19. Dark Chocolate Walnut Fudge is decadent and delicious.
recipe & photo credit: Rachel at A Southern Fairytale
20. Peanut Butter Fudge — my grandmother ALWAYS had peanut butter fudge at her game day gatherings. I can’t imagine one without it!
BONUS RECIPE :: Mojitos . . . because nothing says Par-TAY like a mojito!
Just remember, safety first!! Superbowl parties often involve finger foods, people sharing communal dishes, and food being left out for long period of time—all which can be a recipe for disaster. FoodSafety.gov highlights four simple steps to food safety: Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill. These basic actions include cleaning the food well, keeping potential contaminates separated, cooking meats thoroughly and chilling uneaten portions. Cuz no one wants to end up hugging the porcelain throne after a fun party, can I get an amen!?
I hope these recipes have inspired your next game day menu! Do you have a favorite gluten free Game Day recipe?? Please share at the Udi’s Gluten Free Living Community.
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All of these look amazing!! We’re not big sports fans, but this might change our minds.
I LOVE this type of food! Terrific list. We don’t follow sports, therefore won’t be hosting any game day parties, but- we do host many poker nights! All of these dishes are perfect for that as well!
Thank you for taking the time to compile such a wonderful list of gluten free recipes.
~Lora
LOL Lora, it never occurred to me to hashtag this post for poker nights.
Gluten free recipe Jack Pot! Can’t wait to try some of these. Thanks for sharing, Jo-Lynne!
Gee, you must have known I was sitting here trying to think of something to take to a Superbowl party. I think the jalapeno~o dip is going to be the winner!
It’s YUMMY!
All those look so yummy! I have to try those.
YUM!
These all look and sound wonderful! Thanks for including my fudge!
<3
These gluten free recipes all look great. Getting psyched to watch football and dig-in, especially the chili goat cheese dip, and the spinach balls which I’ll substitute gf cornbread bread crumbs