Everybody loves candy. Candy is one of the only snacks that isn’t the centre of a major debate; it is just an accepted fact that it is a much loved family snack.
However, if you have a gluten allergy or are simply trying to cut back on your gluten intake it can feel impossible to find a suitable candy for you to enjoy.
But fear not, you will no longer have to miss out on the tasty treat, we have compiled a list of gluten free candy to help you to navigate the ever expanding world of candy.
Jelly Belly
Jelly Belly are one of the most well known household names when it comes to candy brands. They are world renowned for their fantastic jelly beans that come in a variety of crazy flavours.
They are in fact not only gluten free but also peanut free, fat free, dairy free and vegetarian friendly, making them a fun treat that the whole family can enjoy together.
The most exciting thing is that jelly beans come in a variety of sets and combinations from sour sets, to cocktail sets to Harry Potter sets for any big fans.
They are also not ridiculously expensive unlike many brands that pride themselves on providing for niche markets so enjoying this snack won’t break the bank.
Gimbal’s
Gimbal’s candies are all peanut-free, tree nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free and egg-free. This means that people with some of the most common food allergies can all enjoy this sweet snack together.
The most exciting thing is that Gimbal’s are responsible for many different sweet treats including various flavours and shapes of jelly beans (they even come in heart shapes so could be a beautiful gift for a loved one) and even liquorice available in cute scotty dog shapes and in a couple of flavours.
These fun family favourites could be a great option for anyone with a gluten allergy.
Boston Fruit Slices
Boston fruit slices are a more traditional sweet snack suitable for those with a gluten allergy. These tasty treats are gluten free, fat free and cholesterol free.
America’s original fruit slices come in a variety of flavours and are even available as a sugar free snack.
You can purchase the fruit slices in mini or regular size, they are also available as a bulk order of up to 10kg a box.
They could be a tasty treat for you at home or make an amazing present for someone else.
Sour Patch Kids
Over recent years Sour Patch Kids have become a global phenomenon.
These fizzy jellies are loved by people of all ages and luckily not being able to have gluten does not mean that you have to miss out on these little treasures.
Sour patch kids are available in a variety of flavours including sour, watermelon and strawberry. Whichever flavour you like you should be able to sleep well knowing that you can safely enjoy them.
Surf Sweets
Surf Sweets are a super safe option for anyone who can not have gluten. Not only do they promise that their products are gluten free but they also go above and beyond for their customers’ safety.
They do random testing on finished products where they look for gluten down to five parts per million and they have never had a positive which is an amazing achievement.
Their products include organic fruit bears, organic sour worms, jelly beans, cinnamon organic bears and organic fruity rings.
Surf Sweets are one of the best brands on the market when it comes to having a wide variety of gluten free sweets, so if you’re looking for a safe snack with different flavours then these are your people.
Hersheys
Hershey’s have really made a name for themselves and become one of the most successful candy companies in America and also the World.
The best news of all is that they have a range of gluten free products so you can enjoy this chocolatey treat safely.
Their range of gluten free products includes Almond Joy, Hershey’s kisses and Heath as well as over 200 other options.
.Hershey’s are available online or from most major retailers so getting your hands on one of their famous treats should not prove too difficult.
Skittles
Another major brand that can safely form part of a gluten free diet is Skittles which means you can now taste the rainbow too!
After extensively reading the back of a Skittles packet the gluten free community have concluded that they believe Skittles to be completely gluten free.
This is fantastic news as not only are they a tasty and fruity treat but today they also come in many different varieties so you will never get bored of chomping on these treats.
Mike And Ike’s
In terms of product ingredients Mike and Ike’s are completely gluten free however it is important to note that some of their processing facilities also handle products which do contain gluten, so it is important to be aware of this before purchasing or enjoying any of their candy.
However, all flavours are included in this so if you do decide that this is okay for you then you will be able to enjoy countless tasty treats.
Final Thoughts
Being on a gluten free diet should not mean that you can’t still enjoy yummy snacks and let’s face it there is nothing nicer than some candy after a long day.
Some of the above products are a great place to start when looking for gluten free candy however, it is important that you always read the label on each product before consumption as ingredients change all of the time and often without warning.
On a positive note the food and drink industry is becoming increasingly aware of different consumer needs including allergies and other dietary requirements, this means that gluten free food including candy is becoming more and more accessible.
If you have a quick look online there are countless other brands offering tasty gluten free snacks for you to enjoy and the industry is growing and growing.
While it is now easier to find gluten-free alternatives online, there is still a limited amount of sites dedicated to this. This is why I decided to set up New Day Gluten Free, to provide others with a complete guide to gluten free foods.
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