Is Chocolate Chip with Flaky Sea Salt Gluten Free?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I always look at the foundation of any baked good: the flour. In this case, the product uses a Gluten Free Flour Blend consisting of White Rice Flour, Almond Flour, Tapioca Starch, Brown Rice Flour, and Coconut Flour. This is a robust combination that mimics the structure of wheat without containing the gluten proteins that trigger reactions in Celiac disease or sensitivity. Unlike oats, which are frequently cross-contaminated with wheat during processing, these specific flours are naturally gluten-free and safe.

Next, we look at the sweeteners and fats. The product uses Cane Sugar, which is naturally gluten-free, and Coconut Oil. The chocolate chips are standard semi-sweet morsels made of unsweetened chocolate and sugar. The presence of Sea Salt and Baking Soda is standard for flavor and leavening and poses no gluten risk. The verdict is clear: there are no gluten-containing ingredients or obvious flags for cross-contamination in the listed components.

Nutritional Value

While being gluten-free makes this treat accessible, the nutritional profile is that of a rich dessert. The primary macronutrients are driven by Cane Sugar and Coconut Oil (plus the fat from the Butter and chocolate). This means the product is likely high in calories and carbohydrates relative to its size. If you are managing your sugar intake or following a strict low-carb diet like Keto, you will need to account for the sugar content, despite the use of almond and coconut flours which have a lower glycemic impact than wheat. It fits well within a standard gluten-free diet, but for weight management, portion control is key.