There’s something truly special about watching Dylan Dreyer bond with her eldest son, Calvin, over food. Fans of Today can’t get enough of her delightful cooking videos. But recently, Dylan decided to address the critics who questioned the healthiness of her recipes, giving them a firm but friendly clap back in an Instagram post.
Recipe for Fun: Dylan’s Football Snack Game
On a Tuesday in early November, Dylan posted a video showing how she prepares a family favorite: buffalo chicken pizza for the adults and plain pizza for the kids. She shared the secret behind her focaccia dough, which uses a recipe from the side of a Caputo Fioreglut GF flour bag. “We make half the recipe, so the adults get their spicy version, while the kids enjoy a milder option,” Dylan explained in the caption.
Now, here’s the kicker—some commenters had the audacity to criticize her for using butter in her recipe. Can you believe that? Dylan, ever the pro, took it in stride and gave them a gentle reminder: “This isn’t a health food recipe, folks. It’s a fun football snack. Sometimes it’s okay to live a little and enjoy the moment!”
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Calvin's Role in the Kitchen
One of the most heartwarming parts of Dylan’s cooking videos is seeing how involved Calvin gets. He loves diving into the dough and creating his own focaccia masterpiece. “Calvin absolutely loves this part,” Dylan wrote. “It’s all about giving him the freedom to make it his way.”
In the video, Dylan revealed that she uses two sticks of melted butter to tone down the heat in the buffalo chicken pizza. She wanted to ensure it wasn’t too spicy for little taste buds, proving that she’s not only a great mom but also a thoughtful chef.
Fans Show Their Support
Not everyone was quick to judge. Many fans jumped in to praise Dylan for her creativity and dedication to making gluten-free (GF) recipes accessible. “This is amazing! Thank you for focusing on fun GF foods and supporting the Celiac community,” one commenter wrote. Another added, “Both pizzas look delicious! I love how you show that eating GF doesn’t have to be boring.”
Some fans even suggested that Dylan should write a GF cookbook with Calvin. “I wish you and Cal would create a GF cookbook together!” one fan exclaimed. It seems like there’s a real demand for Dylan’s culinary talents beyond just her Instagram feed.
Discovering Celiac Disease in Her Son
Dylan first opened up about Calvin’s celiac disease diagnosis back in May 2023. After noticing persistent symptoms like earaches, stomach pain, rashes, and hair loss, she knew something wasn’t right. Once diagnosed, Dylan made sweeping changes to her kitchen, replacing all her cooking equipment to eliminate the risk of cross-contamination.
“It’s not just about avoiding wheat products,” Dylan told TODAY.com. “It’s about preventing any chance of cross-contamination. I had to throw out everything—wooden spoons, cutting boards, pots with rivets. Gluten can hide in the tiniest places.”
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Thankfully, after making these changes, Dylan said Calvin’s health improved dramatically. “He was in constant pain before,” she recalled. “Now, for the first time in a year, he finally feels good. He’s so relieved we figured this out.”
Spreading Awareness and Hope
Since going public with Calvin’s diagnosis, Dylan has received an outpouring of support from fans. “Everyone’s been so grateful,” she told People in July 2023. “It’s incredible how many people don’t talk about celiac disease because they don’t think it’s a big deal. But when you live with it, it’s a huge deal.”
Dylan hopes to see more gluten-free options available in restaurants in the future. “I want every restaurant to offer GF options,” she said. “It’s about making life easier for families like mine.”
Dylan’s journey with Calvin’s diagnosis has not only strengthened her family but also inspired countless others. Her commitment to creating delicious, inclusive meals shows that living with celiac disease doesn’t have to limit your enjoyment of life—or food.
