To find 100% gluten-free chocolate, look for pure dark chocolates (70%+ cocoa) from brands like Lindt Excellence (check labels for barley malt), plain Cadbury, Bennetto, or specialty brands like Whisk & Pin, but always check labels for "gluten-free" certification or allergen warnings due to potential cross-contamination, as many mainstream chocolates use barley malt or shared equipment.
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.
Is there gluten or barley malt in Lindt chocolate? Gluten can be found in several premium chocolate products that Lindt & Sprüngli produces; either as a cereal ingredient or as a barley component.
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.
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.
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.
For consumers who are sensitive to gluten, we offer certain premium high cocoa options that are manufactured without cereal or barley malt, which may be suitable for consumers with such dietary restrictions. These offerings include our Lindt EXCELLENCE 70%, 75%, 78%, 85%, 90%, 95% and 100% Cacao bars.
Identifying gluten free chocolate products
Keep an eye out for these gluten-based ingredients in particular: barley malt, wheat flour, malt syrup, and some glucose syrups and dextrose. Anything containing cookie pieces, biscuit chunks or wafer centres are obviously not suitable for people with coeliac disease either.
Ingredients: Ingredients: Cocoa mass, sugar, vegetable fats, cocoa butter, low fat cocoa powder, milk fat, whole milk powder, emulsifier (soy lecithin), skim milk powder, lactose (milk), vanilla, flavourings, barley malt extract. Contains: milk, soy, gluten.
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.
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.
Symptoms of gluten intolerance can vary widely and may include:
The two major ingredients that make Maltesers unsuitable for a gluten free diet are: Barley Malt Extract – this is derived from barley, which naturally contains gluten. Wheat Flour and Wheat Gluten – both of these are clear sources of gluten and cannot be consumed by those avoiding it.
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The side effects can range from mild (fatigue, bloating, alternating constipation and diarrhea) to severe (unintentional weight loss, malnutrition, intestinal damage) as seen in the autoimmune disorder celiac disease.
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.
Celiacs can eat many chocolates, especially plain dark or milk chocolate, but must always check labels for hidden gluten from added ingredients (like malt) or cross-contamination in facilities, with brands like <<< !nav>>Lindt, Hershey's, Reese's, and Cadbury (specific items) often having GF options, but always verify certifications or ingredient lists for brands like Alter Eco, Pana Organic, and Toblerone.
M&M's do not have a gluten-free label, but many flavors are safe to eat including milk chocolate M&M's, dark chocolate M&M's, peanut M&M's, caramel M&M's, peanut butter M&M's and caramel cold brew M&M's. However, not all M&M's are gluten-free, such as pretzel M&M's, crispy M&M's and many seasonal and holiday flavors.
The following foods and drinks contain gluten and should be avoided:
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!? They really don't like to make things easy for us do they!
Chocolate is believed to contain high levels of antioxidants. Some studies have suggested chocolate could lower cholesterol levels and prevent memory decline. Chocolate contains a large number of calories. People who are seeking to lose or maintain weight should eat chocolate only in moderation.
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.
Allergens contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten containing ingredients.
Oetker Chocolate Chunks are bake stable, which means they will hold their shape and their indulgent chocolatey bite when baked into your cakes, cupcakes, brownies or muffins. Each pack contains 150g. Allergy Advice Gluten Free. Contains Soya, Milk.