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Snack Smart This Summer: 7 Gluten-Free Finds You Can Actually Travel With

These gluten-free snacks are celiac-safe, summer-proof, and perfect for flights, road trips, and beach bags. Say goodbye to sad granola bars and hello to smart, safe snacking.

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Celiac Circle
June 15, 2025

Summer trips are meant to be spontaneous. But if you have celiac disease, the snack aisle is anything but. Cross-contamination risks, vague ingredient lists, and misleading labels can make road trips and airport delays feel like a gluten-roulette game.

So I rounded up 7 travel-friendly gluten-free snacks that are actually safe, certified (and reliably reviewed), and delicious enough to eat even when you’re not traveling. From sweet to savory, these picks are stress-free, TSA-approved, and celiac-tested.

Whether you’re flying, road-tripping, or just running errands, here’s what to pack:

1. GoMacro Bars

Chewy, satisfying, and made with recognizable ingredients. GoMacro bars are certified gluten-free, many are vegan, and they don’t melt in heat.

Where to buy: Most grocery stores, Amazon, and GoMacro's website.
Why I love it: Perfect for breakfast when airport options are questionable.

2. Simple Mills Almond Flour Crackers

Light, crisp, and flavorful. These crackers are great on their own or with snack-sized hummus or cheese.

Where to buy: Whole Foods, Target, Sprouts, Simple Mills online.
Why I love it: Clean ingredients and they survive in backpacks without crumbling.

3. That’s It Fruit Bars

Two ingredients. No nonsense. No gluten. These fruit bars are certified gluten-free and shelf-stable even in 100°F weather.

Where to buy: Amazon, Walmart, ThatsitFruit.com.
Why I love it: It’s the one bar I’ve never had to double-check.

4. Snyder’s Gluten-Free Pretzels

Classic snack vibes with none of the gluten. These are processed in a GF facility and come in resealable bags, ideal for planes or long drives.

Where to buy: Target, most gas stations, and Snyder's online.
Why I love it: You feel “normal” eating these in a group, no explaining.

5. SmartSweets Gummy Bears

Low-sugar, certified GF candy that actually tastes good. These are a sweet fix that won’t spike your blood sugar or gluten anxiety.

Where to buy: CVS, Target, Amazon, SmartSweets.com.
Why I love it: One of the few travel candies that feels safe and fun.

6. Partake Soft Baked Cookies

Black-owned, woman-led, and top-9 allergen-free — these cookies are safe for nearly everyone. The soft baked ones are great for sensitive stomachs, too.

Where to buy: Target, Thrive Market, PartakeFoods.com.
Why I love it: A dessert that doesn’t make anyone feel like they’re missing out.

7. Electrolyte Drink Mix (LMNT or Liquid I.V.)

Travel can dehydrate you quickly — especially summer flights. LMNT and Liquid I.V. are both gluten-free and can turn any water bottle into a hydration boost.

Where to buy: Amazon, Sprouts, DrinkLMNT.com or Liquid-IV.com.
Why I love it: No bloating, no sugar crashes, no gluten stress.

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✈️ Planning a Trip?

Snacking smart is only half the battle. If you're still deciding where to go this summer, don’t miss our latest guide to the Top 5 U.S. Cities for Gluten-Free Travel, with real restaurant recs, allergen-aware hotels, and celiac-friendly eats coast to coast.

Pair these snacks with one of these destinations:

See you next Celiac Sunday,

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