The 10 Best Gluten-free Breads
This wiki has been updated 25 times since it was first published in June of 2018. Whether you suffer from a serious ailment like celiac disease or you simply want to cut out wheat because it's become too pervasive an ingredient in your daily diet, one of the gluten-free breads on our list can help you continue making sandwiches and toast without a stomach ache. We've included a range of flavor profiles to give you something to pair with most toppings. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. Schar Baguettes
2. Katz Sliced Challah
3. Franz Seven Grains
Editor's Notes
May 27, 2020:
In making our selections for this list, we kept in mind that many individuals with gluten sensitivities also tend to have other food allergies, so we looked for pure ingredients lists void of many common irritants. We also wanted to make sure that we presented a good variety of options so that you could create nearly any recipe that relies on bread, from sweet stuff to savory items, without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Schar Artisan Baker caught our attention because it is free of preservatives, eggs, milk, and several other ingredients that can cause upset stomachs. Udi's White Sandwich, which doesn't contain any nuts, dairy, or soy, also snagged a spot. Those monitoring their glucose levels may like BFree Soft Loaf, because it has no added sugars, and Canyon Bakehouse Hawaiian, which, in spite of being sweet, has just three grams of sugar per slice.
Though gluten-free bread can have a reputation for having a weird consistency that's either too crumbly or too doughy, we wanted to make sure none of our picks had those weaknesses. We removed Katz Everything 18-Ounce because it easily dries up and falls apart. Udi's Cinnamon Raisin also has texture issues and can be too hard, so it lost its spot.
We understand that, even if you're cooking all gluten-free foods, when it comes to making certain types of sandwiches and snacks, sometimes, there is only a very particular type of bread that will do. For that reason, we added Schar Baguettes for those classic French sandwiches, New Grains Sourdough for when it's time to dip toast in tomato soup, and Katz Sliced Challah, for those special occasions.
Special Honors
AWG Bakery Everyday Bread 4-Pack The loaves in AWG Bakery Everyday Bread 4-Pack are made with organic ingredients, and with four grams of fiber and protein per slice, can be quite filling. They are made with psyllium husk powder to improve digestion and, in addition to being gluten-free, they also don't contain grains and are vegan- and paleo-friendly. awgbakery.com
Krumville Bake Shop Rosemary Focaccia This flavorful bread is inspired by Spianata Romagnola, a semi-flat pizza bread often served in Italy as a side to many dishes. It has a light and fluffy consistency with a golden crust and is made with fresh rosemary and extra virgin olive oil. It can be ordered in one-, three-, or six-loaf packages. krumvillebakeshop.com
4. Schar Artisan Baker
5. La Brea Bakery Multigrain
6. Canyon Bakehouse Hawaiian
7. New Grains Sourdough
8. Udi's White Sandwich
9. BFree Soft Loaf
10. Base Culture 7 Nut & Seed
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