Is DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED SANDWICH COOKIES Gluten Free?


Ingredients
SANDWICH COOKIE (DRIED CANE SYRUP, SUGAR, PALM OIL, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, SUNFLOWER OIL, CANE SYRUP, CORN FLOUR, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SALT, WHEAT, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, SOY LECITHIN, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR, NATURAL FLAVOR), DARK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], NATURAL FLAVOR), CANDY SPRINKLES (SUGAR, CORN STARCH PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL [COTTONSEED AND/OR SOYBEAN], SOY LECITHIN, DEXTRIN, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CARNUBA WAX, RED 3, RED 40), WHITE CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, MILK POWER, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], VANILLA), NATURAL FLAVOR, COLOR (FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL, SOY LECITHIN, BLUE 1 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE).
What is a Gluten Free diet?
A gluten-free diet excludes all foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. It's essential for people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or wheat allergy, as consuming gluten can trigger inflammation and digestive issues. Common gluten-containing foods include bread, pasta, cereals, and baked goods, though many gluten-free alternatives now exist using rice, corn, or almond flour. Beyond medical necessity, some people choose a gluten-free lifestyle for perceived health benefits, though experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced diet rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals when eliminating gluten-containing grains.


