No, standard Australian Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate is not considered gluten-free for coeliacs due to "may contain wheat/gluten" warnings on packaging, indicating potential cross-contamination, even if wheat isn't an ingredient. While some items like Twirls or certain Caramilk blocks might be gluten-free by ingredients and lack the warning, always check the specific product label for the latest allergen information before consuming, especially for severe intolerances.
Ingredients and Allergens
Full Cream Milk, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Milk Solids, Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin, 476), Flavours. Contains Contains Milk and Soy. May contain Wheat, Gluten, Peanuts, Tree Nuts.
Cadbury. Despite seemingly being one of the simplest chocolate bars on the market, Dairy Milk has a 'may contain wheat' on their label. Helpfully though, consumers can filter chocolate on Cadbury's site by different dietary requirements, one of which being the presence of wheat.
For gluten-free chocolate in Australia, look for specialty brands like Davies Chocolates (100% GF), Pana Organic, and options at Happy Tummies like Vego and Moo Free; check Chocolate Box and Coeliac Australia's endorsed lists; while major brands like Cadbury have naturally GF options (Twirl, Wispa), always check labels for "may contain" warnings due to cross-contamination risks.
Without further ado, let us run through the top ten gluten-free chocolate bars:
While many Cadbury chocolates carry "may contain" warnings due to shared equipment, options often considered gluten-free by ingredient without those alerts include Twirls, Crunchies, Flakes, Wispa, Caramilk (blocks), Bournville (dark), Darkmilk, Turkish Delight, Fudge, and some seasonal/assorted chocolates like Roses, but you must always check the label for "may contain wheat/gluten" as recipes and manufacturing can change.
Many everyday items surprisingly contain gluten, including sauces/gravies (thickened with flour), soy sauce, some processed meats, licorice, malt flavoring (in some ice creams/candies/cereals), flavored rice cakes/chips, certain seasonings, and even cross-contaminated french fries due to shared fryers or flour coatings. Always check labels for hidden wheat, barley, rye, or malt ingredients in processed foods, sauces, and even some cheeses.
Gluten Free
Most of our block and chocolate products do not contain gluten. Due to shared equipment with some gluten ingredients, we cannot make a gluten free claim on our products. Liquorice products are made from wheat flour and therefore contain gluten.
Do M&M'S contain gluten? No, M&M'S do not contain gluten.
If you've been avoiding gluten and haven't had Weet-Bix™ in a while, then we'd like to say welcome back. Because Weet-Bix is now available in Gluten Free.
Real eggs, no matter their grade, size or color, are naturally gluten free. Whether the egg comes from a chicken, duck, or another bird doesn't make a difference. Even egg products like liquid egg whites are often gluten free, though it's a good idea to check the label to be sure.
Always read the ingredients label, especially for flavored chocolates. Avoid chocolates with vague terms like “natural flavor” or “starch” unless verified. Look for brands that produce in gluten-free facilities. Be cautious with gift boxes, as even one piece with gluten can cause cross-contamination.
If you have untreated coeliac disease, you're more likely to also develop lactose intolerance, where your body lacks the enzyme needed to digest the natural sugar (lactose) found in dairy products. Lactose intolerance causes symptoms such as bloating, diarrhoea and abdominal discomfort.
Gluten Free Chocolates
Boutique brands like Alter Eco, Bennetto & Noosa Natural Chocolate Co make high-quality milk and dark chocolate that is so incredibly delicious.
No Cadbury products are labelled gluten free. However many seasonal products at Christmas and Easter are gluten free by ingredient without the usual may contain statement for wheat and gluten. Curly Wurly Squirlies are the key ingredient in my gluten free “Mars bar” slice recipe! Twirl, 39g, 58g.
Original Dairy Milk Chocolate in the bar is a 'may contain' for wheat... but the bag of buttons are completely gluten free with no 'may contain' warnings!?
Surprisingly gluten-free foods include many naturally GF items like fruits, veggies, rice, quinoa, and pure meats, plus unexpected processed foods such as certain potato chips, ice creams (without mix-ins), plain chocolates, popcorn, and even some specific store-brand chicken nuggets or fish fingers, but always check labels for hidden wheat or barley malt, especially in flavored versions.
Toblerone bars are considered gluten-free, with a Gluten Free Confidence Score of 9/10. It's essential to verify the gluten-free status of Toblerone bars in different regions, as regulations and labeling practices may vary.
Gluten can be found in several premium chocolate products that Lindt & Sprüngli produces; either as a cereal ingredient or as a barley component.
No, Lindt chocolate in Australia is generally not considered safe for celiacs or those with high gluten sensitivity because while some products lack gluten ingredients, they are made on shared equipment with barley malt extract, creating a high risk of cross-contamination. Lindt Australia doesn't declare any product gluten-free due to this risk, with barley malt (a gluten source) common in many items. Always check the ingredients list and "may contain" warnings, but be aware cross-contamination is a significant concern for all Lindt products.
Cadbury tastes different in Australia primarily due to different local ingredients, especially the fresh milk from Tasmanian cows, leading to a richer flavor, and local recipes that often use more cocoa solids and full cream milk, while omitting palm oil found in some UK/Irish versions, plus regional variations in processing and climate considerations.
Haagen-Dazs claims that, as a general rule, their products only contain gluten if it contains a bakery product ingredient, like brownies or cake. So, avoid flavors like cookies and cream, but most other flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and butter pecan should be safe.
There's no scientific evidence to suggest that people actually go through “withdrawal” when they stop eating gluten. Some people report feeling dizziness, nausea, extreme hunger and even anxiety and depression when they suddenly go from eating a lot of gluten to being gluten-free.
Here are some of the symptoms of gluten sensitivity:
Are potatoes gluten free? Yes, whole potatoes, such as russet potatoes, red, or gold potatoes are naturally gluten free (GF). You can typically find these potatoes in the produce section of the grocery store.