Are Oreos gluten free? Unfortunately no, original Oreos are not, as wheat is used in the Oreo recipe. However, as of January 2021, Oreo does make gluten-free regular and Double Stuf versions!
However, there are plenty of Oreo alternatives that are gluten free and can be enjoyed instead. Kinnikinnick makes KinniToos which are dairy free, peanut and tree nut free and kosher. Glutino, My Dad’s, Becca’s Gourmet Goodies, Great Value (Wal-Mart brand) and Trader Joe’s all have gluten-free versions of the Oreo cookie.
What is gluten?
Gluten is a name for the proteins found in wheat, rye and barley. According to the Celiac Disease Foundation, gluten helps foods maintain their shape, acting as a glue that holds food together. It is found in many types of foods, even ones that would not be expected.
Many people choose to follow a gluten-free diet because of celiac disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the body mistakenly reacts to gluten as if it were a poison. When someone with celiac consumes gluten, the immune system reacts by destroying the part of the small intestine that absorbs vital nutrients. This malabsorption can lead to serious illness. Learn more about celiac disease here.
