Many chips are naturally gluten-free, especially those made from potatoes, corn, and certain vegetables. Here are key types and brands of gluten-free chips:
Types of Gluten-Free Chips
- Potato Chips: Most potato chips are gluten-free as their main ingredient is potato. Common brands include Kettle Brand, Lay’s, Ruffles, and Late July Organic Potato Chips, many of which are certified gluten-free
- Corn-Based Tortilla Chips: Corn tortilla chips are naturally gluten-free since corn does not contain gluten. Popular gluten-free brands include Late July Organic Sea Salt Corn Tortilla Chips, Food Should Taste Good Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Doritos, and Tostitos
- Veggie Chips: Made from root vegetables like sweet potatoes, beets, cassava, and others, veggie chips are often gluten-free. Brands like Terra Original Sea Salt Vegetable Chips and Siete Grain-Free Tortilla Chips (made from cassava flour) are good options
Notable Gluten-Free Brands
- Kettle Brand: Certified gluten-free with a variety of flavors and made in nut-free facilities
- Lay’s and Ruffles: Produced in gluten-free facilities and meet FDA gluten-free standards
- Doritos and Fritos: Many varieties are gluten-free, but it’s best to check specific flavors
- The Good Crisp Company: Offers gluten-free versions of chips similar to Pringles, which are otherwise not gluten-free
- Late July: Offers both potato and corn tortilla chips that are certified gluten-free
- Siete: Grain-free, corn-free tortilla chips made from cassava flour and avocado oil, suitable for gluten-free diets
Chips to Avoid
- Pringles: Generally not gluten-free due to starches and flavorings used, except for gluten-free versions by The Good Crisp Company
Summary
Most potato chips, corn tortilla chips, and many veggie chips are gluten-free. For safety, especially if you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, look for gluten-free certification on the packaging to avoid cross-contamination
. In short, gluten-free chip options include:
- Kettle Brand Potato Chips
- Lay’s Potato Chips
- Ruffles Potato Chips
- Late July Organic Potato and Corn Chips
- Doritos and Tostitos (selected varieties)
- Terra Vegetable Chips
- Siete Grain-Free Tortilla Chips
- The Good Crisp Company (Pringles alternative)
These provide a wide variety of gluten-free snacks suitable for gluten- sensitive individuals or those with celiac disease.
