Are Twisties Gluten Free?

Gluten verdict for Twisties: Not Gluten Free

Not Gluten Free Twisties

Cheese Twisties contain wheat and are not gluten free.

AU FSANZ & Coeliac Australia US FDA

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

Cheese Twisties are corn-based but list wheat flour, and some include barley malt extract, so they contain gluten and are not gluten free.

Coeliac Disease

Avoid Twisties. They contain wheat.

Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS)

Same as coeliac guidance.

Why Do Twisties Contain Gluten?

Twisties contain wheat flour, and sometimes barley malt extract, both of which contain gluten.

Australia vs United States

Australia (FSANZ)

FSANZ requires wheat and barley to be declared. Cheese Twisties contain wheat flour and are not gluten free.

United States (FDA)

Not a major US product.

What to Watch For

Wheat flour and barley malt extract in the ingredient list. Other flavours vary too.

Gluten Free Alternatives

If you need a gluten free substitute, consider: Plain corn chips, certified gluten free corn snacks.

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 Twisties gluten free?

Cheese Twisties are corn-based but list wheat flour, and some include barley malt extract, so they contain gluten and are not gluten free.

Can coeliacs eat twisties?

Avoid Twisties. They contain wheat.

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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

Coeliac Australia, FSANZ, manufacturer allergen statement

Last reviewed: July 2026