Known for the famous slogan “once you pop, you can’t stop”, Pringles has been a childhood favorite snack for many. But for those following a gluten-free lifestyle, you may be wondering: are Pringles gluten-free?
Pringles are not gluten-free. They contain wheat ingredients such as wheat starch that make them not safe for those with celiac or gluten intolerances. The best gluten-free and healthier alternatives to Pringles include Wilde Chips Sweet Chipotle Pork Chips, Siete Kettle Cooked Sea Salt Potato Chips, 34 Degrees Original Gluten-Free Crisps, and The Good Crisp Classic Original.
As we proceed through this article, we will go over the nutritional value of Pringles. We will also provide gluten-free alternatives to Pringles that are both tastier and healthier. Let’s dig in!
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Are Pringles Bad For You?
Pringles are certainly not healthy. If you review the nutritional information, especially the ingredients list, you’ll note the inclusion of artificial flavors and a heaping load of unnecessary ingredients. When compared to other healthy alternative brands, you’ll note that having artificial ingredients, let alone that many ingredients, is unnecessary and has negative connotations for consumers.
Pringles contain a high amount of sodium in its products. High sodium leads to an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, which further in the case, leads to the threat of stroke and heart disease, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Furthermore, artificial ingredients, like artificial flavor enhancers, bring consumers coming back for more, even if they don’t particularly enjoy the taste. Manipulation through the taste buds… doesn’t sound too healthy, especially when the consumer is the one dealing with the repercussions of it.
Nutritional Facts for Pringles
Pringles, Original
Unfortunately, Pringles are not gluten-free as they do contain wheat ingredients. As you can see in this Pringles Original flavor, it contains “wheat starch”, which makes it not gluten-free.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- Vegetable Oil (Corn, Cottonseed, High Oleic Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil)
- Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour
- Cornstarch
- Rice Flour
- Maltodextrin
- Mono- and Diglycerides
- Salt
- Wheat Starch
- CONTAINS WHEAT
Nutrition Facts (per 16 Crisps, 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 9g
- Total Carbs- 16g
- Protein- 1g
Pringles, Sour Cream & Onion
As you can see in this Pringles Sour Cream & Onion flavor, it contains “wheat starch”, which makes it not gluten-free.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- Vegetable Oil (Corn, Cottonseed, High Oleic Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil)
- Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour
- Cornstarch
- Rice Flour
- Maltodextrin
- Mono- and Diglycerides
- Contains 2% or Less of:
- Salt
- Whey
- Sour Cream (Cream, Nonfat Milk, Cultures)
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Onion Powder
- Coconut Oil
- Dextrose
- Sugar
- Natural Flavors
- Nonfat Milk
- Citric Acid
- Sodium Caseinate
- Lactic Acid
- Yeast Extract
- Disodium Inosinate
- Disodium Guanylate
- Buttermilk
- Malic Acid
- Invert Sugar
- Cultured Nonfat Milk
- Cream
- Wheat Starch
- CONTAINS WHEAT
Nutrition Facts (per 15 Crisps, 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 9g
- Total Carbs- 16g
- Protein- 1g
Pringles, Wendy’s Spicy Chicken
As you can see in this Pringles Wendy’s Spicy Chicken flavor, it contains “wheat starch”, which makes it not gluten-free.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- Vegetable Oil (Corn, Cottonseed, High Oleic Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil)
- Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour
- Cornstarch
- Rice Flour
- Maltodextrin
- Mono- and Diglycerides
- Contains 2% or Less of:
- Salt
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Yeast Extract
- Spices
- Onion Powder
- Sugar
- Paprika for Color
- Disodium Inosinate
- Disodium Guanylate
- Extractives of Paprika for Color
- Natural and Artificial Flavor
- Citric Acid
- Whey
- Wheat Starch
- CONTAINS WHEAT
Nutrition Facts (per 15 Crisps, 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 9g
- Total Carbs- 16g
- Protein- 1g
Pringles, BBQ Crisps
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- Vegetable Oil (Corn, Cottonseed, High Oleic Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil)
- Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour
- Cornstarch
- Rice Flour
- Maltodextrin
- Sugar
- Mono- and Diglycerides
- Contains 2% or Less of:
- Salt
- Tomato Powder
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Citric Acid
- Onion Powder
- Spice
- Garlic Powder
- Yeast Extract
- Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
- Malted Barley Flour
- Malic Acid
- Disodium Inosinate
- Disodium Guanylate
- Paprika Extra Color
- Natural Flavors
- Whey
- Wheat Starch
- CONTAINS WHEAT
Nutrition Facts (per 15 Crisps, 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 9g
- Total Carbs- 16g
- Protein- 1g
Pringles, Cheddar Cheese
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- Vegetable Oil (Corn, Cottonseed, High Oleic Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil)
- Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour
- Cornstarch
- Rice Flour
- Maltodextrin
- Mono- and Diglycerides
- Contains 2% or Less of:
- Whey
- Salt
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Coconut Oil
- Sugar
- Natural Flavors
- Onion Powder
- Citric Acid
- Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes)
- Blue Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes)
- Buttermilk
- Butter (Cream, Salt)
- Lactic Acid
- Nonfat Milk
- Paprika Extract Color
- Disodium Inosinate
- Disodium Guanylate
- Turmeric Extract Color
- Yeast Extract
- Autolyzed Yeast Extract
- Wheat Starch
- CONTAINS WHEAT
Nutrition Facts (per 15 Crisps, 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 9g
- Total Carbs- 16g
- Protein- 1g
Healthy Gluten-Free Alternatives to Pringles
Wilde Chips, Sweet Chipotle Pork Chips
These Sweet Chipotle Pork Chips by Wilde Chips are gluten-free and packed with protein! Keto-friendly, these crisp treats are low carb and full of flavor, making them a great healthy gluten-free alternative to Pringles.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Pork Raised Without Antibiotics
- Tapioca Starch
- Expeller Pressed High Oleic Sunflower Oil
- Dried Egg Whites
- Pork Broth
- Coconut Palm Sugar
- Contains Less than 2% of:
- Spice (Chipotle Chili Powder, Chili Pepper, Black Pepper, Cumin, White Pepper)
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Rosemary Extract
- Sea Salt
- Tomato Powder
- Yeast Extract
- Celery Powder
- Natural Smoke Flavor
- Salt
- Extractives of Paprika
- Gelatin
- Gluten-free
- CONTAINS EGG WHITES
Nutrition Facts (per 20 Chips, 30g):
- Calories- 170
- Total Fat- 10g
- Total Carbs- 9g
- Protein- 10g
Siete, Kettle Cooked Sea Salt Potato Chips
Siete’s Kettle Cooked Sea Salt Potato Chips contain only three ingredients! Using non-GMO ingredients that are gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free (making these delicious chips also vegan!). Pack your bags, we’ve got a hands-down healthy gluten-free alternative to Pringles!
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Potatoes
- Avocado Oil
- Sea Salt
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Non-GMO
Nutrition Facts (per 15 Chips, 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 7g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
34 Degrees, Original Gluten-Free Crisps
These Original Gluten-free Crisps by 34 Degrees are gluten-free and use only a handful of ingredients to create these crisp, delicious treats. Using chickpea flour, these crisps are paired great with charcuterie boards, with dips, or spreads!
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Chickpea Flour
- Rice Flour
- Potato Starch
- Coconut Oil
- Salt
- Sunflower Lecithin
- Gluten-free
Nutrition Facts (per 9 Crackers, 15g):
- Calories- 70
- Total Fat- 2g
- Total Carbs- 11g
- Protein- 2g
The Good Crisp, Classic Original
The Good Crisp’s Classic Original is the most similar healthy, gluten-free alternative to Pringles. Although they do contain palm oil, they use an RSPO certified supplier that has been confirmed by an independent international auditor to meet the RSPO sustainable guidelines.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Dried Potatoes
- RSPO Sustainable Palm Oil (Vitamin E)
- Tapioca Starch
- Salt
- Sugar
- White Pepper
- Gluten-free
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 7g
- Total Carbs- 18g
- Protein- 1g
Doctor in the Kitchen, Organic Hemp Seed & Hatch Green Chile Crisps
With a slight kick of green chile in each bite, these Organic Hemp Seed & Hatch Green Chile Crisps by Doctor in the Kitchen are gluten-free, healthy, organic, and vegan! With the perfect amount of crisp crunch in each bite, these crackers are filled with natural and healthy foods, making them a great gluten-free and healthy alternative to Pringles.
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Organic Flax Seed
- Organic Hemp Seed
- Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
- Organic Hatch Green Chile Powder
- Sea Salt
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Organic
- Kosher
Nutrition Facts (per 10 Crackers, 30g):
- Calories- 160
- Total Fat- 13g
- Total Carbs- 8g
- Protein- 6g
Related Questions
Are Pringles vegan?
Certain varieties of Pringles are vegan. Specifically, Pringles Original, Pringles Wavy Classic Salted, and Pringles Lightly Salted are vegan.
When was Pringles invented?
Pringles was invented in 1967 by Fred Baur. Popular for the design of the can that the crisps come in, the can was designed that way to protect the crisps from being crushed. Bauer designed the Pringle’s shape and the container that holds them.