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Are Snickers Gluten-Free? The Details

Published: Oct 25, 2023 by Meeta Arora · Leave a Comment

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Graphic image asking if Snickers candy is gluten-free.

Questioning whether or not the most popular Snickers bars are gluten-free? Find out which varieties of Snickers are safe to eat for those on a gluten-free diet.

Trying to figure out which candy is gluten-free or not is not always easy. In this article, we are deep diving into Snickers bars to find out once and for all if Snickers are gluten-free and if they are safe to consume on a gluten-free diet, including for those with celiac disease.

Are Snickers gluten-free
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  • The Quick Answer - Are Snickers Gluten Free?
  • What are Snickers?
  • Snickers Ingredients
  • Snickers Allergy Labeling
  • Snickers Allergens and Dietary Restrictions
  • Gluten-Free Snickers
  • Not Gluten-Free Snickers
  • Conclusion
  • More Gluten-Free Candy List

The Quick Answer - Are Snickers Gluten Free?

Yes, Snickers candy bars are considered gluten-free, but they are not certified gluten-free. So, there are a few things to note before deciding whether or not you should consume them.

Also, check out if your other favorite candies are gluten-free - Reese Peanut Butter Cups, Nerds, and Tootsie Rolls.

What are Snickers?

Snickers is a very popular candy bar created by Mars Inc. They consist of a creamy nougat topped with crunchy peanuts and smooth caramel that is dipped in milk chocolate.

Now, there are many different varieties of Snickers, including peanut butter, almond, brownie, white chocolate, and ice-cream bars.

Snickers Ingredients

According to Mars Wrigley, Snickers contains the following ingredients.

Milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, lactose, milk fat, soy lecithin), peanuts, corn syrup, sugar, palm oil, skim milk, lactose, salt, egg whites, artificial flavor.

At first glance, the only possible gluten-containing ingredient on the Snickers label is the artificial flavor.

The back of an original Snickers bar showing off the ingredients and nutrition labels.

Snickers Allergy Labeling

The allergy warning label on the packaging of Snickers says, "Allergy information: Contains peanuts, milk, egg, and soy. May contain tree nuts."

Mars states that the most accurate information on the possibility of allergens present will be listed on the packaging. Since this is the case and the packaging does not list wheat or gluten on the label, we can say that Snickers candy bars are most likely gluten-free.

It is important to note that none of the packaging states that anything is gluten-free. This is likely due to the possibility of cross-contact with gluten during processing and packaging in a shared environment. This does not mean there is gluten; it just means Mars has not had the product tested to certify that Snickers is gluten-free.

Snickers Allergens and Dietary Restrictions

  • Peanuts - Snickers contain actual peanuts in the candy and should not be eaten by anyone with a peanut allergy.
  • Tree Nuts - All of the varieties of Snickers have a warning that they may contain tree nuts and should not be eaten by an individual with a nut allergy.
  • Dairy - All of the varieties of Snickers contain skim milk in the chocolate, making Snickers candy not dairy-free.
  • Soy - The chocolate that Snickers uses contains soy through soy lecithin.
  • Eggs - Snickers contain egg whites and should be avoided by anyone with an egg allergy.

Special note: Even the almond Snickers bar that has almonds in it instead of peanuts still contains the warning label for peanuts.

The back of the label for a Snickers almond bar showing the nutrition and allergy information.

Gluten-Free Snickers

There are a lot of varieties of Snickers, and at the time of this article, all of them appear to be gluten-free, except the ice cream bars, which say they may contain wheat.

Three different Snicker varieties laying on a table including the original, almond and peanut butter.

If you want to enjoy Snickers, I suggest trying one of these other varieties.

  • Snickers Milk Chocolate Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers Almond Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers Peanut Butter Squared Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers White Chocolate Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers Peanut Brownie Squares Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers Dark Chocolate Almond Brownie Candy Bar - all sizes
  • Snickers Creamy Peanut Butter Squared Candy Bar - all sizes

If you really are feeling like some Snickers ice cream, then I suggest trying the following.

  • Snickers Ice Cream Pint or Cup

Not Gluten-Free Snickers

The only product lines of Snickers that contain or can contain wheat are the Snickers ice cream bars, which include the following.

  • Snickers Ice Cream Bar - Says it may contain wheat.
  • Snickers Peanut Brownie Ice Cream Bars - Do contain wheat.

Conclusion

Snickers candy is considered gluten-free and safe for those on a gluten-free diet. This includes those who are celiac. As stated above, it's important to always check the product labeling on any Snickers product for the most accurate allergy information.

The only varieties of Snickers that should be avoided for the possibility of gluten are the ice cream bars. All of the candy bars are gluten-free.

As with all mass-produced products that are not certified gluten-free, there is always a possibility of cross-contamination with gluten from shared lines. If you or someone you know has a severe allergy to gluten, then I would suggest not consuming Snickers.

More Gluten-Free Candy List

Check out more gluten-free candy articles to make sure you're staying gluten-free while enjoying your favorite candies.

  • Are Life Savers Gluten Free
    Are Lifesavers Gluten-Free?
  • An unopened bag of Smarties Candy - Are Smarties Gluten Free?
    Are Smarties Gluten-Free? All The Details!
  • A bag of Three Musketeers - Are 3 Musketeers Gluten Free?
    Are 3 Musketeers bars gluten-free? The Details!
  • Graphic image asking if M&M's are gluten-free, along with a bag of m&m.
    Are M&M's Gluten-Free? All the Details!

Feel free to share this article with friends and family to help more people know how to help keep loved ones gluten-free.

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