5 Gluten-free Dairy-free Cereals

Discover 5 cereals that are both gluten and dairy-free in this roundup post.

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When you make the switch to a gluten and dairy-free diet, one of the most obvious things that you’ll have to make changes to is your breakfast routine.

So many people rely on cereal and milk for a quick and easy breakfast, but the sad truth is that most cereals contain gluten and dairy.

In this post I’ll share with you 5 cereals that I’ve discovered are both gluten and dairy-free, so you can still enjoy your favorite breakfast ritual.

For years I didn’t eat gluten-free cereal at all, because it honestly isn’t the most nutrient-dense food you could be starting your day with.

As time has gone on and since becoming a mom, a quick breakfast food is nice to have around when you want it.

It’s nice to have the convenience of a breakfast that involves just one step – adding some almond or coconut milk – before sitting down to eat. Plus, my kid loves cereal, so I do my best to keep options on hand that I can have too.

There may be more options than these five, but these are fairly easy to find in many grocery stores, which is why I chose them for this list.

One thing to keep in mind when finding a gluten and dairy-free cereal option is to always do your research.

If one flavor of cereal of one brand is gluten and dairy-free, it doesn’t mean that all the different flavors they offer don’t have gluten or dairy in them. Read ingredient lists for hidden sources of gluten and dairy to help you make an informed decision.

What milk should I use for my gluten-free cereal?

If you can tolerate dairy, any cow’s milk is fine. If not, try a dairy-free milk that you love.

What cereals are gluten-free? What cereals are dairy-free?

If you’re looking for a few good gluten-free dairy-free cereals, here are some great ones to try:

1. Cheerios

Cheerios are a quintessential kid food, so when I found out they were both gluten-free and dairy-free, I was pretty excited. There has been some controversy over Cheerios and pesticide use, so keep that in mind before purchasing.

I have found some organic “Toasted Oats” at my local Kroger grocery store, and there are other gluten and dairy-free options similar to Cheerios out there, like Barbara’s Honest O’s.

Are Cheerios vegan?

Cheerios are vegan, because they do not contain any animal byproducts, as long as the ingredient list does not contain honey. If you also avoid eggs or other animal products, like honey, Cheerios are safe to include in your diet.

I’m including this section here, because I’ve been asked specifically about it from readers. You do not have to eat a vegan diet in order to be dairy-free.

Are Cheerios gluten-free?

While Cheerios used to contain wheat as their main ingredient, over the years they have altered their recipe to be gluten-free. The ingredients in original Cheerios are whole grain oats, corn starch, sugar, salt, tripotassium phosphate, and Vitamin E for freshness.

The General Mills brand labels Cheerios as gluten-free and their ingredient list does not include ingredients containing gluten, so this product is considered safe for a gluten-free diet.

2. Kashi Organic Indigo Morning

This Kashi Indigo Morning breakfast cereal is both gluten-free and vegan (dairy-free). It’s basically corn flakes with dried blueberries and blackberries with a sweet flavor throughout. This cereal has 9 grams of sugar per serving. It’s a great choice for an organic gluten-free cereal.

Are corn flakes gluten-free?

While Kellogg’s corn flakes are not gluten-free, because they contain barley malt in their ingredient list, this Kashi cereal does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients and are considered safe for a gluten-free diet.

3. Barbara’s Corn Flakes

Barbara’s Corn Flakes are both gluten and dairy-free, and are great if you love classic corn flakes, but want a better version. These are organic, sweetened with fruit juice, and and only contain 2 grams of sugar per serving. This organic gluten-free cereal is available at most grocery stores with health food sections or online.

4. Nature’s Path Sunrise Crunchy Vanilla Cereal

This Nature’s Path cereal is both gluten-free and vegan (dairy-free) and has crispy rice puffs and corn flakes with a sweet vanilla flavor throughout. This organic gluten-free cereal is non-GMO verified and has 6 grams of sugar per serving.

Find this cereal on Thrive Market here.

5. Van’s Cinnamon Heaven

Van’s offers a few different gluten-free dairy-free cereal options, including this cinnamon flavored cereal. This cereal is made from whole grains and has 8 grams of sugar per serving.

Are Rice Krispies gluten-free?

This is a great question – and one that I’ve written an entire blog post about! Click to read “Are Rice Krispies gluten-free?“

Where can I buy gluten and dairy-free cereal?

Find more gluten and dairy-free cereal options on Thrive Market. Don’t have a Thrive Market subscription? Sign up and get 25% off your first order using this link.

If you can’t find any of these options at your local grocery store, Amazon is also a good source for finding these cereal options.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, enjoy one of these five gluten-free dairy-free cereals. I hope this has helped you narrow down your search for an option that will work for your diet and life!

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