Is Cool Whip Gluten-Free and Safe for People with Celiac Disease?

Celiac.com 02/13/2019 - We see a lot of questions about the gluten-free status of certain foods, candies, or snacks. One of the most common questions we see is: Is Kraft Cool Whip gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease?

The good news for Cool Whip fans is that, currently, Kraft Cool Whip products are gluten-free, including the flavored "Season's Delight" varieties. As such, Cool Whip is regarded as safe for people with celiac disease.

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Kraft marks all sources of gluten clearly in its ingredient listings, several of which are given below, and no Cool Whip products contain any reported sources of gluten. Cool Whip is not dairy-free. The website states that “Cool Whip is not milk-free or dairy-free. All forms/flavors of COOL WHIP…contain sodium caseinate, a natural protein of milk, and therefore should not be consumed by those with dairy allergies.”

For those looking for a version that is both gluten- and dairy-free, consider CocoWhip, a certified gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and kosher whipped topping made with organic ingredients. 

Kraft's Allergen Information Statement reads:

“Please note our products are produced and labeled in compliance with the FDA.   When labeling products, we consider - and label for - all possible sources of the 8 major allergens recognized by the FDA.  These are eggs, fish, crustacean, shellfish, milk, peanuts, soy, tree nuts and wheat.  Kraft Heinz also labels for additional allergens or substances of interest including celery,  mustard, lupin, mollusks, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, poppy seeds, cottonseed, all sources of gluten, and sulfites in levels over 10 ppm.  If any of these substances are added to the product, they will be listed in the Ingredient Statement.    

Our Consumer Representatives at 1-877-677-3268 will happy to help you with any questions you have concerning allergens and our products.”

If you have any questions, consult the company website, or call the customer service number listed above.