Gluten Free Halloween Candy

Halloween is a month away. If your child has been newly diagnosed with Celiac disease, you may be wondering what kind of candy is safe.
Here is a brief list of candy that is safe for your Celiac child:

• Hershey's Kisses
• M&Ms (except those that contain pretzels).
• 3 Musketeers
• Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (with the exception of the seasonal shaped cups).
• Snickers
• York Peppermint Patties.
• Endangered Species Chocolate
• Enjoy Life Chocolate Bars
• Baby Ruth
• Junior Mints
• Pop Rocks
• Mounds
• Starburst
• Tootsie Rolls
• Smarties (US made candy only)

Unfortunately, Candy Corn is not on the 'safe' list. While it does NOT contain gluten elements, it IS processed in a facility that also processes wheat. I'm just as sad as you are (candy corn was my favorite Halloween treat).
Always remember to check your child's candy loot when they get home from trick or treating. Make sure you tell your child not to eat their candy until after you've inspected it.

Source: http://gfreelife.com/2011/10/2012-gluten-free-halloween-candy-list/

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