When I’m not in the mood for caramel found in Mily Way or Snickers, I tend to grab a 3 Musketeers bar. So are 3 Musketeers gluten free?
Yes! 3 Musketeers are gluten free but there are a few things you need to keep in mind deciding on if they are ok for you to eat. Let’s jump right in!
Are 3 Musketeers Certified Gluten Free?
3 Musketeers are not certified gluten free in the sense that a third party such as my friends at The Gluten Intolerance Group have not given them their stamp of approval.
You will not see that famous gluten free logo on there. So how are they considered gluten free? Let me explain…
3 Musketeers Ingredients and Allergy Info
How can 3 Musketeers be gluten free when it’s not certified? This means they do not have gluten containing ingredients. As you can see below, no gluten in their ingredients.
- Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Skim Milk, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin)
- Sugar
- Corn Syrup
- Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil And/Or Palm Oil
- Less Than 2% – Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Salt, Egg Whites, Artificial And Natural Flavors
But beware! I have heard of “Artificial And Natural Flavors” sometimes serving as a cover for companies to slide in things like gluten. Is that why they are not certified? Who knows… Has anyone had any issues with 3 Musketeers? If you have, please post in the comments below.
Not being certified means they meet the FDA requirements to not put the “contains wheat” label. It does not mean they are free from cross contamination. This may be of concern for some folks with Celiac Disease, so as I always say, please do your research. It will come down to what is best for you!
As far as the 3 Musketeers allergen information, they contain milk, soy and egg.
Who Owns 3 Musketeers?
3 Musketeers is owned by Mars-Wrigley. This candy bar has been around for over 75 years. I can see why, it’s just a classic candy bar. Not complicated, but satiates that sweet tooth! You can also find them on Instagram.
Gluten Free Dad’s Recommendation
The good news is 3 Musketeers do not contain gluten ingredients. I wish they were certified like Oreos but maybe one day.
In my opinion, I would say they are safe to consume on a gluten free diet. I have not heard of any issues with friends with Celiac Disease, but do what is best for you!
Other Gluten Free Candy Options
I’ve been doing more and more research. Here are a few more gluten free candy options if you really need to satisfy that sweet tooth!
I’d love to hear your feedback. I’ve got several other candy posts. Simply search “candy” in the search and they will all come up. Let me know what other popular candy I should investigate!
If you made it all the way down here… Thanks for stopping by!
I am highly gluten intolerant and I have always loved 3 musketeers bars, one of my favourites. I didn’t realise it though sometimes I get a bloated tummy and when I go back on what I’ve eaten different on those days, I’ve come to realise it’s the 3 musketeers bars. I love it so much at times I do take it and deal with the effects. I would say it’s not gluten free, also butter doesn’t agree with me either. It could be that too.
Oh man! Sorry to hear this. You are the first person who has shared this happening with 3 musketeers. Thank you for sharing!
My name is Connie Green . I’m new to the gluten free lifestyle. I have been shocked by how many things that have gluten.I’ve tried the gluten free Oreos they are awesome I actually like them better than the original 😁
Welcome Connie, thanks for stopping by! There is gluten hiding in many of the things we love, but once you know what to look for it gets too easy! I could not agree with you more on Oreos!
-Lenny
Yes Connie. I’m an old hat at this. 7 years gf due to autoimmune disorder caused by thyroid disease. GF Oreos have been a lovely bonus to my snack options. I believe they are good beyond my altered taste-buds because I’ve found that grandsons as well as dear hubs have been shagging them 🙂
Rita, Agree! thanks for stopping by!
-Lenny
I also have a problem with the bloating & gas from 3 Musketeers, but I think it’s the corn syrup that causes it. It hurts me as bad as gluten does.
Sorry to hear that!
-Lenny
Thank you very much I just ate a three musketeers and I felt bad so I looked you up and found out that my girlfriend ,can eat a candy bar and I love your candy bar it is one of my favorites …I will foreshurely will be letting all my gluten friends to go buy some …thank you .Christopher McCoy and Johnna
Great to hear! thanks for dropping me a note!
-Lenny