Are Grits Gluten Free? Plus 2 Brands That Are!

Do grits have gluten?

With so many Southern comfort foods containing gluten, you need to be careful of everything. Are grits gluten free?

Grits are a classic Southern dish with a long history of popularity. From breakfast to dinner, grits are a favorite among many, but a lot of people have questions about their ingredients and if they contain gluten.  

What are Grits?

Grits are a type of porridge made from ground corn. They’re a popular dish in the Southern United States and can be served savory or sweet.

Grits are usually served with butter, cheese, and other toppings, but can also be served plain. Grits are also sometimes served as a side dish.

Grits Ingredients

Grits are made from ground corn.

Here are the ingredients for a popular brand of grits, Palmetto Farms Stone Ground White Grits:

100% Pure Natural Corn No Chemicals No Preservatives, No Additives. (Source)

How are Grits Made?

Grits are made by grinding dried corn into a course meal. The corn is then boiled with water and salt until it becomes a thick porridge.

Some brands of grits also add other ingredients like butter, cheese, and/or sugar. 

Are Grits Gluten Free?

Yes, grits are generally gluten free, as long as they don’t contain any gluten-containing ingredients like flour.

It’s important to read the label of any packaged grits to make sure they don’t contain any gluten-containing ingredients. 

Gluten Free Grits 

I couldn’t find certified gluten free grits brands but both of these brands claim their products are 100% gluten free.

Judee’s is made in a gluten free facility and Bob’s Red Mill is internally tested for gluten.

• Judee’s Yellow Corn Grits
• Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Corn Grits 

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