Is Giant Eagle Dark Chocolate Covered Candy Cane Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Candy Cane Chocolate Gluten Free?


Ingredients
SANDWICH COOKIE (SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR [BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], PALM OIL AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL WITH TBHQ ADDED FOR FRESHNESS, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF PEPPERMINT CANDY [SUGAR, RICE SYRUP, BEET JUICE (FOR COLOR), PEPPERMINT OIL], CORNSTARCH, SALT, LEAVENING [BAKING SODA AND/OR CALCIUM PHOSPHATE], NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN, MALTODEXTRIN, COCOA, GUM ACACIA), DARK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR), CANDY CANE SPRINKLES (SUGAR, RICE SYRUP, PEPPERMINT OIL, BEET JUICE [FOR COLOR]).
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.