Are Fruit Cups Gluten-Free?

Celiac.com 06/20/2024 - We get a lot of questions from celiac community members wondering if certain brands and products are gluten-free. One question we see a lot is about fruit cups. Specifically, are fruit cups gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease? The answer is that many are, some are not. It's important to understand that numerous companies and brands sell various types of fruit cups. Generally, fruit cups are going to be made without gluten ingredients, and will be naturally gluten-free, even if they are not specifically labeled that way. However, some may have allergen warnings or even wheat or gluten ingredients, so it's important to read labels, and look for safe and trusted products.

Dole Fruit Cups are Naturally Gluten-Free

We did an article on Dole brand fruit cups that are a trademarked brand of the fruit cups, and are actually called Dole Fruit Bowls.

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Dole Fruit Bowls brand fruit cups are labeled "Naturally Gluten-Free," and are made without gluten ingredients, and contain no wheat or gluten allergens. 

Specifically, the Dole website says their Fruit Bowls are: Naturally Gluten Free

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"The Naturally Gluten Free claim attribute includes all products making a claim of being free from gluten naturally on their package."

Check Labels

Others brands are also likely to be similarly gluten-free, but it is important to read labels and to choose carefully.  Not all brands are guaranteed to be gluten free, as some may add gluten ingredients, or use shared facilities that handle gluten-containing products. It’s important to check the packaging or contact the manufacturer to ensure the fruit cups are gluten free.

Brands of fruit cups without listed wheat or gluten as allergens are generally regarded as gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease. 

In addition to any brand labeled "naturally gluten-free," this applies to Dole Fruit Bowls 100% Juice; Fruit Bowls Gel; Fruit Bowls No Sugar Added; and Fruit Parfaits, including:

• Cherry Mixed Fruit
• Diced Pears
• Mandarin Orange
• Mandarins
• Mango
• Mixed Fruit
• Peaches
• Pineapple

As always, read labels, and avoid gluten ingredients.