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Updating My Candy List Before Halloween Gets Here

Esther Sparhawk

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Esther Sparhawk Contributor
Esther Sparhawk
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Don't you hate it when Halloween rolls around and you're wondering which candies your gluten-free kid can eat? Well, I've decided to post my list and ask for everyone out there in cyberland to help me verify. Which of these candies have you called lately? Which ones need to be removed or added? Isn't this what a celiac forum is all about? Helping each other out? ;)

So here's my gluten-free candy list from last Halloween (Meaning these candies and gums were all gluten-free as of last fall, to the best of my knowledge):

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runningcrazy Contributor
runningcrazy
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I just wanted to make sure you note that the altoids mints are gluten free, but the gum is not safe.

Sorry I cant be of much help:)

Esther Sparhawk Contributor
Esther Sparhawk
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I just wanted to make sure you note that the altoids mints are gluten free, but the gum is not safe.

Sorry I cant be of much help:)

Yeah, that's exactly why I posted this, Maceroni. I send this list to family, friends, school, etc... I want to make sure it is easy for anyone to follow, even if they know nothing about celiac disease. Thanks for pointing out that discrepancy. I'll fix that on my master copy.

Anyone else see something that needs altered? :)

Juliet Newbie
Juliet
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Also the Hershey's Miniatures chocolate bars (plain, with almond, special dark) are not safe.

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twe0708 Community Regular
twe0708
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Are Dots gluten free?

Juliebove Rising Star
Juliebove
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Are Dots gluten free?

Yes.

amytude Newbie
amytude
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Thanks for this! Unfortuantely, we are also casein free which eliminates the chocolate stuff and other things you wouldn't think would contain milk. I might also put together a Gluten-free Casein-free list, if that would be helpful for anyone else. There's a great place in my town called Chocolate Emporium which is run by a jewish family and they make Gluten-free Casein-free candy and chocolate.

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Benshell
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Thank you for posting this this. I'm new to the gluten-free diet for my 6 year old and was dreading halloween coming because of the caramel coloring thing that I'm still not clear on, and the dusting of candy with flour...its all so overwhelming, but this board helps a lot.

I'm glad she'll still get to enjoy lots of halloween, but not too much candy as that gives her a tummy ache!

Thanks for posting the list.

Amyleigh0007 Enthusiast
Amyleigh0007
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Also the Hershey's Miniatures chocolate bars (plain, with almond, special dark) are not safe.

Are the miniatures the smallest ones that come in a bag mixed with other kinds? Does anyone know about the small Hershey bars that aren't as small as the mini's? I hope someone knows what I am talking about! I can't think of another way to describe them!

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Darn210
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Are the miniatures the smallest ones that come in a bag mixed with other kinds? Does anyone know about the small Hershey bars that aren't as small as the mini's? I hope someone knows what I am talking about! I can't think of another way to describe them!

fun size?

snack size?

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How does The Hershey Company manage allergies?

The Hershey Company strives to provide its consumers with accurate, reliable ingredient statements upon which consumers can make their purchase decision. The Hershey Company has an Allergy Task Force that ensures that the ingredient statements are always accurate, and that any allergen statements placed on the label is understandable.

Do your products share plants & equipment?

We take food allergies very seriously at Hershey and have strict procedures in place to prevent crossover of allergens into other products that do not contain the allergen. In instances where we have a concern about possible crossover by an allergen we take the added precaution of including an allergy information statement on the label.

Can you send me an allergen list?

We have found that allergen lists quickly become outdated as our product lines change over time. Rather than have you make purchase decisions based on outdated information, we encourage you to check the ingredient label on the package. This label provides accurate, current information about all the ingredients in the package.

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mstroud
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I don't have much to add, but I do believe that Airhead EXTREMES have wheat in them. I almost bought them for my children once and happened to check the ingredients ... wheat flour was listed twice. I think the airheads are okay.

Last year I gave my children the miniatures (not the krackles with rice krispies in them) and I'm pretty sure they made them sick. I guess it's either a cross contamination thing (in the bag or on the lines).

The only other thing I have to add is to be careful of the special holiday shapes of some candy that might normally be gluten-free. I know I've seen wheat or malt in Reeses cup in special shapes last year (bells at Christmas time I believe). Just a thought!

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jello5
Posted

Hi,

If anyone has a gluten-free/CF halloween candy list I would sincerely appreciate it. This is our first gluten-free/CF halloween and I am a little overwhelmed at the thought of it all.

Thank you

bahrbdoll Rookie
bahrbdoll
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Not sure about this- I think what you're wondering about are the milk chocolate hersheys nuggets- and boy do I hope they're gluten-free because I eat them every day for my chocolate fix. They are from what I can tell, but I'm a newbie. If anyone knows, please let me know. thanks

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