Did you know?
Several organizations keep and update list of allergy-friendly candy.
Kids with Food Allergies, an arm of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, has a terrific, interactive site to help you find safe candy when you need it. You can filter to find Top 8-free, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free choices and more.
See their list here.
In addition to dedicated free-from candy producers, the Bay Area Allergy Advisory Board compiles a list of peanut and tree nut free candy. As with all food, always read the label to check for changes in ingredients or manufacturing practices. And, pay particular attention when the candy is miniaturized or made larger as that often effects manufacturing. Some of the items are available online but many are commercially available. Among the many items the Bay Area Allergy Advisory Board lists, are:
- Skittles
- Dum Dum lollipops
- Haribo Gummies
- Peeps (I’ll remind you of this one in another couple of months)
- Laffy Taffy
- Wonka’s Nerds
- Dubble Bubble
- SweeTarts
- Twizzlers
- Tootsie Pops and Tootsie Rolls
- Rolo
- Starburst Fruit Chews, Lollipops, and Jelly Beans
- Junior Mints
- Lifesavers
- Sour Patch Kids
- Hershey’s plain chocolate kisses (not King Size or Holiday/Seasonal Bags)
- Hershey’s plain chocolate bar personal size only (not King Size or Minis)
- Smarties
- Hot Tamales
Peruse the full list here:
The Bay Area Allergy Advisory Board’s 2017 List of Peanut and Tree Nut Free Candy
SnackSafelyalso compiles a yearly list. Here’s a link to their latest candy guide.
Some dedicated free-from brands that make candy are:
Surf Sweets (top ten allergen-free, free fromartificial colors and flavors, corn syrup-free)
Divvies (free from: peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs)
Vermont Nut Free Chocolates (free from peanuts and tree nuts)
Free 2 Be (free from top 8 allergens, Kosher, no GMOs)
FAQs
Jolly Ranchers
The ultimate hard candy is definitely one for your allergy-free Halloween candy bowl. Just keep in mind that this one might be a choking hazard for young kids, so it's more suitable for older trick-or-treaters.
Are Skittles allergy friendly? ›
Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, Starbursts and Life Savers candies are considered safe for children with food allergies. While candy corn and Smarties do not include ingredients that are common food allergens, check the labels to make sure they are not produced in a plant where cross-contamination can occur.
What sweets are safe for nut allergies? ›
- NOMO Vegan & Free From Caramel Chocolate Bar 38g. (2) ...
- NOMO Deliciously Creamy Choc Bar 85g. (5) ...
- NOMO Creamy Choc Lollies 3x12g. (1) ...
- NOMO Giant Caramel & Sea Salt Choc Buttons 110g. (2) ...
- NOMO Fruit & Crunch Chocolate Bar 32g. (3) ...
- NOMO Caramel & Sea Salt Chocolate Bar 38g. (10) ...
- Sweet Freedom Choc Pot Chocolate Spread 250g. (35)
Starbursts are also made by Mars, which means the proper precautions are taken to ensure no peanuts, tree nuts or allergens of any kind make their way into these individually wrapped fruit chews. So, your little ones can barter for who gets the pink or red candies without a worry.
Are twizzlers allergy friendly? ›
Other allergy-free candies to look for include: Rolos. Twizzlers. Smarties.
Are nerds allergy friendly? ›
Nerds – While Nerds are free of dairy, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts and soy, the packaging states that it may contain traces of egg proteins because of the manufacturing process.
Are airheads allergy-free? ›
Our Airheads Bars are gluten-free. To meet FDA regulations for “gluten-free,” a finished product must have less than 20 parts per million of gluten. When tested, our Airheads Bars showed no gluten in the products.
Are dum dums allergy safe? ›
Allergen Info
This product does not contain peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, sesame, or gluten. It has been manufactured on dedicated equipment.
What candy canes are allergy free? ›
YumEarth Organic candy canes give you even more reasons to smile during the holidays. Not only are they free of the top allergens, but they are all natural and great tasting too!
Is laffy taffy allergy free? ›
Laffy Taffy (Note: They have soy lecithin. Check with your allergist, but many who have a soybean allergy can eat soy lecithin. Source.) Ring Pops.
Pay attention to the packaging (chocolate-covered Peeps contain dairy and other allergens), but most Peeps are free of all eight major allergens.
Are Hershey Kisses allergy safe? ›
HERSHEY'S KISSES Milk Chocolates are also produced in a plant that does not process peanuts and produced on dedicated chocolate Kiss lines that do not manufacture any tree nut items.
Are milk duds peanut free? ›
Is MILK DUDS Candy peanut free? Yes. MILK DUDS candy does not contain peanuts.
What candies are not choking hazards? ›
Some of the treats safe for all ages include Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Twix, Snickers, Kit Kat bars, Butterfingers, Hershey Bars, Milky Way bars, and Animal Crackers.
Are airheads allergy friendly? ›
Our Airheads Bars are gluten-free. To meet FDA regulations for “gluten-free,” a finished product must have less than 20 parts per million of gluten. When tested, our Airheads Bars showed no gluten in the products.
Can I eat sweets when I have allergies? ›
If you're allergic to sugar, you'll need to avoid anything that contains it, including: soft drinks and fruit juices. syrup, jams, and jellies. desserts, such as cookies, candy, ice cream, cake, and candy bars.
Are Hershey Kisses safe for nut allergies? ›
Hershey's Kisses: The milk chocolate dollops are made in a peanut-free facility, so they're safe, except for those who have a milk allergy. Hershey's Milk Chocolate: While many of the other chocolate bars made from this classic company need to be avoided by those with nut allergies, these old-school bars are a go.
