Are Doritos Gluten Free? Plus 3 Options that Are! (2024)

Doritos gluten free

When you’re craving a snack and you eat gluten free you need to read the ingredients on everything. Are Doritos gluten free? Plus, I’ll share some options that are!

These iconic triangular snacks have captivated taste buds worldwide with their bold flavors and addictive crunch.

Doritos have become an emblem of bold snacking, tantalizing our taste buds with an explosion of flavors and an unrivaled crunch.

When I first started my blog, Ditch the Wheat, I created a recipe for Low Carb Doritos. For years it went viral and was one of my most popular recipes.

Let’s find out if you can enjoy Doritos on a gluten free diet.

What are Doritos?

Doritos are a brand of tortilla chips that have earned legendary status in the snacking world.

Introduced in 1966, Doritos have since become a staple in parties, movie nights, and everyday snacking sessions.

Their unique shape and satisfying crunch make them a go-to choice for those seeking a tasty snack experience.

Doritos Ingredients

We’ll look at the ingredients for the most popular flavor, Nacho Cheese Flavor:

Corn, Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, And/or Sunflower Oil), Maltodextrin (Made From Corn), Salt, Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Whey, Monosodium Glutamate, Buttermilk, Romano Cheese (Part-skim Cow’s Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Whey Protein Concentrate, Onion Powder, Corn Flour, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Dextrose, Tomato Powder, Lactose, Spices, Artificial Color (Yellow 6, Yellow 5, And Red 40), Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Skim Milk, Red And Green Bell Pepper Powder, Disodium Inosinate, And Disodium Guanylate.

CONTAINS MILK INGREDIENTS. (Source)

How are Doritos Made?

Doritos are made in a factory. They take the corn which is made into a dough and they cut the dough into the iconic triangle shape. Then they fry the chips and season them. (Source)

Are Doritos Gluten Free?

Doritos are not gluten free according to their website. The only type of Doritos listed as gluten free is the Simply Organic Doritos Flavored Tortilla Chips: White Cheddar. (Source)

The Doritos have dextrose in the ingredients. Through the manufacturing process dextrose, which is usually made from wheat, is made gluten free.

I’m assuming the manufacturer lists Doritos as not gluten free because they are probably made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

Gluten Free Doritos Brands

Below are Doritos (and Doritos copycat products) that are gluten free. You could also create your own using corn tortilla chips and tossing them in nacho popcorn seasoning.

• Simply Organic Doritos Flavored Tortilla Chips: White Cheddar
• Perfection Snacks Avocado Ranch Tortilla Chips
• Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips

Remember to always check the packaging and ingredient list before consuming, as formulations may change over time.

Are Cool Ranch Doritos gluten free?

The ingredients are all gluten free but the manufacturer lists them as not gluten free. I’m assuming it might be because they are made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

Are Nacho Cheese Doritos gluten free?

The ingredients are all gluten free but the manufacturer lists them as not gluten free. I’m assuming it might be because they are made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

Are Spicy Nacho Doritos gluten free?

The ingredients are all gluten free but the manufacturer lists them as not gluten free. I’m assuming it might be because they are made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

Are Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos gluten free?

No, Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos are not gluten free. The ingredients list soy sauce and it says the soy sauce is made from wheat.

Are Doritos 3D gluten free?

The ingredients for both flavors of SD Doritos are gluten free but the manufacturer lists them as not gluten free. I’m assuming it might be because they are made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

Are Salsa Verde Doritos Gluten Free?

The ingredients are all gluten free but the manufacturer lists them as not gluten free. I’m assuming it might be because they are made in a factory that uses gluten-containing grains and because they are not listed as certified gluten free.

White Cheddar Doritos gluten free?

Yes, the Simply Organic White Cheddar Doritos are listed as gluten free on the website by the manufacturer.

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