Can you enjoy candy if you're on a gluten-free diet? Here's a guide to gluten-free candies and those to avoid.
### Your Guide to Gluten-Free Candy
If you're on a gluten-free diet, you might think you have to give up your favorite candies, but that's not always the case. Many popular candies are actually gluten-free, meaning they don't contain wheat, barley, rye, or their derivatives. However, always check the labels as ingredients and formulations can change.
#### Hershey's
Hershey's offers a wide range of gluten-free candies. Some of their gluten-free options include:
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
- York Peppermint Patties
#### MARS
MARS doesn't have a specific gluten-free list but encourages reading labels carefully. Some gluten-free options include:
- M&M's (except pretzel and crispy varieties)
- Snickers
- Dove Chocolate
#### Nestlé
Nestlé provides special labeling for gluten-free candies. Some options are:
- Butterfinger
- Baby Ruth
- Goobers
#### Tootsie Roll Industries
All Tootsie Roll candies are gluten-free, including:
- Tootsie Rolls
- Tootsie Pops
- Dots
#### Smarties
All Smarties products are gluten-free, except for Smarties Gummies, which may contain gluten due to cross-contamination.
#### Wrigley
Most Wrigley products are gluten-free, including:
- Skittles
- Starburst
- Life Savers
#### Jelly Belly
All Jelly Belly jelly beans are gluten-free.
#### NECCO
NECCO provides a list of gluten-free candies, including:
- Sweethearts
- NECCO Wafers
- Clark Bars
#### Ferrara Candy Company
Ferrara doesn't provide a specific gluten-free list but encourages contacting them for details. Some options include:
- Lemonheads
- Red Hots
#### Impact Confections
Most Impact Confections candies are gluten-free, but always check the labels. Some options include:
- Warheads (except Sour Twists and Sour Coolers)
#### Just Born
Many Just Born candies are gluten-free, including:
- Peeps
- Mike and Ikes
Always read the labels and consult with your doctor if you have any concerns about gluten in your diet. Enjoy your sweet treats safely!