Are Dried fruit and nut mixes Gluten Free?

Gluten verdict for Dried fruit and nut mixes: Check the Label

Check the Label Dried fruit and nut mixes

Plain fruit and nut mixes are gluten free, but coatings and add-ins can contain gluten.

AU FSANZ & Coeliac Australia US FDA

Rated against the stricter of the two standards. Compare AU and US rules

Plain dried fruit and nuts have no gluten, but mixes with malt-dusted fruit, seasoned or coated nuts, or added cereal or pretzel pieces can contain gluten, and some share machinery with wheat. Check the ingredients.

Coeliac Disease

Check the ingredients. Plain fruit and nut mixes are fine; avoid coated, seasoned or cereal-added mixes unless labelled gluten free.

Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS)

Same as coeliac guidance.

Why Do Dried fruit and nut mixes Sometimes Contain Gluten?

Dried fruit and plain nuts have no gluten, but mixes with malt-dusted fruit, honey-roasted or seasoned nuts, or added cereal or pretzel pieces can contain gluten, and some share machinery with wheat.

Australia vs United States

Australia (FSANZ)

FSANZ requires gluten-containing cereals to be declared. Australian mixes vary, so check the label.

United States (FDA)

The FDA permits a gluten free label below 20 ppm. US mixes vary, so check the ingredients.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g ยท Typical serve: 100 g
Energy2050 kJ / 490 kcal
Protein13.0g
Fat, total31.0g
Saturated fat4.5g
Carbohydrate44.0g
Sugars30.0g
Dietary fibre5.0g
Sodium10mg

Source: USDA FDC. Values are for the generic food in its standard form. Branded products may vary. Always check the product label for the most accurate nutrition information.

What to Watch For

Malt-dusted fruit, seasoned or coated nuts, added cereal or pretzel pieces, and may contain warnings.

Gluten Free Alternatives

If you need a gluten free substitute, consider: Plain nuts, plain dried fruit, coconut chips, seeds.

Medical disclaimer: This is general information about gluten content, not medical advice. If you have coeliac disease, non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, or a wheat allergy, always consult your doctor or accredited practising dietitian before making dietary changes. Product formulations change. Always read the label.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Dried fruit and nut mixes gluten free?

Plain dried fruit and nuts have no gluten, but mixes with malt-dusted fruit, seasoned or coated nuts, or added cereal or pretzel pieces can contain gluten, and some share machinery with wheat. Check the ingredients.

Can coeliacs eat dried fruit and nut mixes?

Check the ingredients. Plain fruit and nut mixes are fine; avoid coated, seasoned or cereal-added mixes unless labelled gluten free.

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How We Verify This

Every food in our database is reviewed against current FSANZ and FDA gluten-free standards. Brand data is verified against manufacturer labelling. We cross-reference with Coeliac Australia ingredient lists and the USDA FoodData Central database. When Australian and US standards differ, we apply the stricter standard.

Sources

FSANZ, Coeliac Australia

Last reviewed: July 2026