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/ Last Modified On January 15, 2023Good Gravy! This recipe for Five Minute Gluten-Free Gravy is a GAME-CHANGER. Everybody needs a good gluten-free gravy recipe, right? The easier it is, the better and this one is so easy it's ready in no time.
If you like this gravy recipe you might also like my Gluten-Free Stuffing Recipe. Serve them both with Gluten-Free Meatloaf and veggies for a complete meal.
Are you looking for more dinner ideas? Check out my Gluten-Free Dinners for more simple recipes. Don't forget to finish off your meal with Gluten-Free Desserts!
Gluten-Free Gravy Recipe
I posted this gluten-free gravy about 4 years ago and decided recently that it was time for some updated photos - so you can really see how easy and delicious this gluten-free gravy is.
This is our go-to recipe for all things gravy.
This gluten-free gravy recipe only requires a few ingredients, including broth (or cooled turkey drippings) - and you can switch up the type of broth you use in this Five Minute Gluten-Free Gravy to make it work for the meal you are serving.
Also, this gravy recipe is fail proof (as long as you keep stirring while it cooks and thickens).
Is Better than Bouillon Gluten Free?
Better than Bouillon has released a statement saying, “We do not make the gluten-free claims upon any of our Better Than Bouillon Food Bases.”
With that said, even if they don't use gluten containing ingredients they are most likely processing the bouillon in the same space as other gluten containing products. Please be aware and always check labels.
This easy gluten-free gravy recipe is smooth and savory and a huge hit in my house of picky eaters - so I had to share it with you.
I don't normally whip up a pot of gluten-free gravy in the summer but this recipe is simple enough that I'll make it any time of year when we want mashed potatoes and gravy.
And my oldest daughter and I love gravy so much, that we make it anytime my husband makes gluten free mashed potatoes.
It's not overpowering, and it adds just enough extra texture and flavor, that it works well on Red Roasted Potatoes and meats as well.
Can I use a flour blend that contains xanthan gum in gluten-free gravy?
Yes. While I don't usually create recipes that need xanthan gum I've used Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 gluten-free flour in this recipe and it has xanthan gum.
The trick with it having the xanthan gum is that you have to add it to cold ingredients, or it will clump up in the gravy - the same with starches.
Make sure to add your flours or starches to cold liquid. They should rise in temperature together while you are whisking it over the stove.
Can you substitute something else for the butter in this gluten-free gravy?
Yes! You can use dairy-free butter in this recipe to make dairy-free gravy. I've used Smart Balance and Earth Balance and both worked well.
Just note that leftover gluten-free gravy will separate a little in the refrigerator. Stir it back together after you reheat leftover gravy.
Tips for making gluten-free gravy
There are a couple of quick tips that YOU MUST READ. They will really help you make the perfect fail-proof gravy.
Start with cold ingredients.
Put all the ingredients in the pot THEN heat. If you don't your flour will clump. No body likes clumpy gravy.
You can use regular butter, or dairy-free butter.
All broth options work (chicken, turkey, veggie, beef).
If you use turkey drippings, let it come to room temperature first. Also, test to see how strong the flavor is, you might want to add water.
If you don't have broth or turkey drippings, you can use bullion cubes to make broth.
Again, follow these simple tips and you will have the perfect easy gluten-free gravy.
Gluten-Free Gravy with Flour Clumps
Like I mentioned above, with any gluten-free gravy you are going to want to start with cold or room temperature ingredients.
Heating and stirring the ingredients together is what makes the gravy thick and smooth. If you add the flour after, or add the gluten-free flour straight to the hot turkey drippings it will clump.
I forgot to add the flour before I cooked the other ingredients, what do I do?
If you forgot to add the gluten-free flour before cooking, mix the flour in a bowl with a ¼ cup of cold broth or cooled turkey drippings, then add it to the hot ingredients.
Keep boiling the gravy, and stirring until you reach the desired thickness.
How to make gluten-free gravy thicker
If you want to make your gravy thicker, mix 2 tablespoons gluten-free flour in a bowl with 2-3 tablespoons of of cold broth or cooled turkey drippings, then add it to the hot ingredients.
Keep boiling the gravy, and stirring until you reach the desired thickness.
How to make gluten free gravy without flour
If you're wondering how to make gluten free gravy without flour simply replace the ¼ cup gluten free flour with 3 tablespoons of cornstarch.
That's it. You can go make gravy now. After you make it, come back and tell me what kind of broth you used, and what you thought.
If you followed the recipe exactly, and read the tips above, you should've made the best gluten-free gravy EVER.
Well, maybe not the best gravy ever, but this should be one of your favorites.
I used to be the only one in the family who liked gravy and this recipe converted my kids to gravy-lovers.
Even if you're the only one who likes gravy, this is a small batch recipe (that can be doubled) so don't worry about having too much, or too little.
How to make gluten-free gravy
- Add your cold butter to the pan.
- Add the broth, gluten-free flour (or cornstarch), and salt and pepper to the pan.
- Whisk constantly.
- When your gravy starts to boil, whisk until all the ingredients are combined and your gravy is smooth.
- Remove from the heat and cool to desired temperature before serving.
- Serve over mashed potatoes or whatever else your taste buds desire.
I usually make gravy with the leftover broth (a.k.a drippings) from cooking poultry and when I developed this recipe we didn't have any so I had to compromise. Broth it was!
Easy right? You can add extra spices (like pepper, onion powder, etc.) if you like. But really, it's perfect as is.
Simply place the ingredients in the pan cold or at room temperature, whisk, and serve!
Looking for more sides? Try my Lemon Wok Asparagus. If you are looking for a great mashed potato recipe to serve this gluten-free gravy recipe with you might like Michelle's Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.
Her Gluten-Free Pull-Apart Dinner Rolls are recommended too!
If you want a flourless gravy, try this Keto Gravy.
If you make this gravy, please stop back by and leave a comment letting me know what you think.
Five Minute Gluten-Free Gravy
This recipe for Five Minute Gluten-Free Gravy is a GAME-CHANGER. Everybody needs a good gluten-free gravy recipe, right? The easier it is, the better and this one is so easy it’s ready in no time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broth, stock, or cooled turkey drippings (chicken, turkey, veggie, and beef broth all work)
- ¼ cup of my all-purpose gluten-free flour blend (or 3 T. cornstarch, see notes on other flours)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (use dairy-free butter to keep it dairy-free)
- sea salt and fresh cracker pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all your ingredients in a small sauce pan and heat over medium heat. Whisk constantly.
- When your gravy starts to boil, whisk until all the ingredients are combined and your gravy is smooth.
- Remove from the heat and cool to desired temperature before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or a freezer for up to three months.
Notes
- Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour (blue bag) works, Bob's Red Mill All Purpose Gluten Free Flour (red bag) does not work.
- Start with cold ingredients.
- Put all the ingredients in the pot THEN heat. If you don't your flour will clump. No body likes clumpy gravy.
- You can use regular butter, or dairy-free butter.
- All broth options work (chicken, turkey, veggie, beef).
- If you use turkey drippings, let it come to room temperature first. Also, test to see how strong the flavor is, you might want to add water.
- If you don't have broth or turkey drippings, you can use bullion cubes to make broth.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
¼ cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 211Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 257mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 11g
Dani
I’m new to this (and supporting a GF family member, so limited trials/experience/tastings)… will this work with both Bob’s all purpose flours? One better than the other? I only have the 1:1 baking flour - should I go buy the other one? Thanks!!
chrystal
Hi Dani,
Yes, you can use Bob's 1:1 (the blue bag) in this recipe. The all purpose (red bag) doesn't work well in this recipe.
Best,
Chrystal
Breana
This gravy is delicious! My whole family loves it!
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Breana,
That's wonderful to hear! I'm delighted that your family enjoyed the gravy.
Karen
Thanks for this recipe! I found the "blue bag" flour and made this for my daughter. We're also pretty new to this and last time she came home she got "glutened." Today I did all the GF cooking for Thanksgiving. This gravy recipe as is works really well. I ran into a little snag because we always put mushrooms in our gravy and I'm trying to keep it "authentic" to her prior experience. It thickens so quickly once the butter melts that I didn't get the mushrooms cooked. BUT, I was able to just keep adding water and whisking. I also added a dab of Gravy Master more for color than flavor!
Vic
I used King Arthur 1:1 GF flour and butter to start, then added the veg broth a little at a time to get the gravy thick. I actually made a double batch. I then added about 2 tsp garlic powder and roughly 1/2 tsp of rubbed sage. Turned out very well.
Mari
I made this for Thanksgiving and it turned out very well. It’s much better than gravy mixes, and I can add the seasonings I prefer to it. Most mixes or boxed gravies are too salty, so it’s nice to be able to make it to my preferences. I have to watch sodium intake, so this recipe was perfect. The first time I misread the directions and didn’t start with cold ingredients. It is easier if you follow directions, but it turned out fine after rereading! It’s an easy rescue. I made the gravy two days in a row because we like gravy with the leftovers. Everyone liked it, and you can make it as thick or as thin as you like. We like thicker, and it was wonderful. I used Pillsbury’s gluten free flour mix. Next time I won’t use as much flour because I needed to add extra broth. I might try three tablespoons next time. This cooks quickly and looks great. I really like that it can be used with chicken or beef broth too. No more mixes for me. This is it!
Karen M
Yummy! So easy and turned out great! Thank you.
Mary
I am always looking for gluten-free recipes since my son‘s diagnosis of celiac‘s disease. This was very good. I would say even better than the normal gravy I try to make. I did add additional spices to my gravy. I used a bit of garlic powder, onion powder and thyme. We enjoyed it very much. Do remember to watch your pot. I turned my back for a second and I had a boil over.
Lindsay
We are so glad you liked it! Great tip too, gravy needs lots of attention. Thanks for coming back to let us know what you thought!
Katie Reader
For years, I was too stubborn and/or lazy to make homemade gravy and just opted for jars or packets. My dad always offered to show me and I stood my ground that I didn’t want the trouble. Cue my wonderful husband’s celiac diagnosis and packets and jars aren’t really an option anymore. Our first Thanksgiving as a gluten free household and I found this recipe - it changed my life! It is soooo easy to make and delicious every which way you make it. Thank you so much!
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Katie,
Thanks for sharing your story. I am so glad you like it!
Cherokee Smith
Hi Chrystal
This year I'm cooking Christmas Dinner for a small party of 6, and I am making mashed potatoes.
I'm Gluten Free, but really desired to have some gravy-- so I started to prepare myself to 'suffer through' with regular gravy but-- at the last minute I decided to Google
"Gluten Free Flour Gravy" and your recipe came up
I even sent it to my sister who's also Gluten Free!
So I'll let you know how it goes! And I appreciate your site for us "GluFres"!
I have a Box of
King Arthur Baking Company Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Mix-- will that work
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Cherokee,
So pleased you found us. Yes, you can.
Rita
Can I use this recipe with ham drippings?
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Rita,
I haven't but it will work.
Susan M Benson
I cannot eat dry meat, as it causes choking, and have been looking for a
quick gluten free recipe for years. Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Susan M. Benson
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Susan,
We are so glad this recipe works and helps you!
DC
Can I use olive or avocado oil instead of butter or vegan butter?
Wendy Stoltz
Hi DC,
I have not tried it, but if you do just be aware that using oil instead of butter may alter the taste and mouthfeel slightly, but it should still result in a tasty gluten-free gravy. Let us know if you try it.
Ellen Jeffries
Question, Should I melt the butter and cook the roux before adding the broth? I am concerned it may have a “raw flout” taste.
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Ellen,
I didn't. I made the recipe as per the recipe card and had no raw flour taste.