Is Almond Bark Gluten-Free? Chocolate and Vanilla Varieties

Almond bark (confectionery coating) is typically made from sugar, vegetable fats, milk solids, soy lecithin, flavor, and color — no gluten ingredients inherently.

However:

• Cross-contamination in facilities processing wheat.
• Some brands add cookie pieces, malt flavoring (barley), or wheat-based crisp.
• Flavorings (e.g., cookies & cream) may contain gluten.

To ensure gluten-free:

1. Read ingredient list: watch for wheat, barley, rye, malt, brewer's yeast, oats (unless GF oats).
2. Look for "Gluten-Free" certification (GFCO, NSF) or statement "processed in dedicated GF facility."
3. Contact manufacturer if uncertain.

Plain chocolate or vanilla almond bark from major brands (e.g., Merckens, Wilton, Ghirardelli) is typically GF but verify each batch.