Are you shopping for gluten-free foods at Costco? This regularly updated guide includes a printable gluten-free shopping list for snacks, meals, desserts, pantry staples, and more. Print it out and bring it with you while you shop. I visit several Bay Area Costco stores and update this master list with what I find, as well as what readers share about gluten-free items at their local stores nationwide.
Use the Table of Contents below to help you navigate to the sections you’re most interested in. And don’t miss my free printable Costco gluten-free shopping list at the end of the post. You can take it with you on your next trip to Costco!
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Why shop for gluten-free at Costco?
Groceries are expensive, and gluten-free foods can be even more costly. Buying gluten-free staples in bulk at Costco can help you save money and stock your pantry with trusted brands.
From everyday essentials to electronics and fun new finds, Costco has a little bit of everything. It also offers a surprising variety of gluten-free foods across nearly every aisle, including pantry items, snacks, freezer items, refrigerated meals, and desserts.
If you’re on a budget, this article, Living Gluten Free On A Budget, has a ton of helpful tips. I also have a ton of Gluten-Free Budget Recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert on the blog!
Costco’s Rotisserie Chicken is gluten-free. It’s stated on the package, too! We had it last night with several gluten-free friends, and nobody reacted!! I will add it to the shopping list soon, so just pencil it in for now.)
đź‘€ Sandi’s Tip: Costco’s gluten-free product inventory can vary by location, but many of these items are available nationwide. Leave a comment if you find something gluten-free at your local store, and I’ll add it to the list!
Reader Favorites: Best Gluten-Free Costco Products (Fan Picks!)
My readers and Facebook followers have lots of favorite gluten-free finds at their local Costco. It is fun to see what products Costco has in other regions of the country. These are the best gluten free foods at Costco, according to my readers who write and tell me what they love most:
- Costco Rotisserie Chicken (labeled gluten free) – At only $4.99, this is a huge bargain! Add leftover chicken to soups, enchilada casserole, or use it as a seasoning for tacos, or toss it onto salads. I love making this Gluten-Free Chicken Tetrazzini with leftover rotisserie chicken.
- Rice Ramen – I love using these noodles to make the TikTok viral ramen.
- Tate’s Gluten-Free Cookies – Crispy and delicious!
- Kevin’s Paleo Chicken Meals – These are a lifesaver for busy weeknight meals.
- Siete Almond Flour Tortillas – These make great quesadillas and wrap sandwiches.
- Simple Mills Crackers – These are my kids’ favorite gluten-free crackers.
- Sandi’s New Favorite – Dole Whip!!
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Gluten-Free Appetizers at Costco
Whether you are hosting a big gathering, prepping for game day, or simply looking for easy, snackable bites, Costco offers several gluten-free appetizer options that are quick to prepare and perfect for sharing. From frozen finger foods and tamales to dips, cheeses, charcuterie, and jalapeño bites, there issomething delicious for every kind of gathering. Costco is your go-to destination for picnic, cookout, birthday party, and game day party food.
These appetizers also pack well in a lunchbox for a filling lunch! Extras are easy to freeze for later. (Hello, Souper Cubes, my favorite way to freeze and store leftovers in single-serving blocks.)
Below is a list of gluten-free appetizers I have found at my local Costco stores, along with those discovered by our readers. Some are labeled gluten free, while others are naturally gluten-free; just double-check the packaging, as availability can vary by region.
Check out my list of Costco Gluten-Free Appetizers.
Gluten-Free Pantry Staples at Costco
Costco is especially helpful for stocking up on everyday gluten-free staples, like flour, baking mixes, pancake mix, and even pasta. You will also find large bags of rice, quinoa, nut butters, cooking oils, and other pantry essentials perfect for saving money and reducing the frequency of grocery trips.
Our local Costco has 6-pound bags of Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 for only $10.99! Other readers have told me their store has King Arthur Measure for Measure OR Namaste blends. One reader reported they found Namaste Waffle and Pancake Mix and a six-pack of Namaste Brown Rice Flour in their store. Which gluten-free flour blend does your store carry?
Costco offers a variety of gluten-free pasta options. I have some tips on preparing gluten-free pasta and recipes that you can read; here are more yummy Gluten-Free Pasta Recipes to try.
You will also find gluten-free convenience items like broth, spice blends, and canned goods that make meal prep easier without sacrificing safety or flavor.
Check out my list of Gluten-Free Pantry Items at Costco.
Gluten-Free Prepared Meals at Costco
Need dinner in a hurry? Costco offers several prepared meals that are labeled gluten-free…from their famous rotisserie chicken to chicken skewers and tamales to gluten-free pasta and globally inspired dishes like tikka masala and carnitas.
One of the best parts about Costco’s prepared meals is the convenience; many of these meals can go from fridge or freezer to your dinner table in just minutes. These are perfect for busy weeknights when cooking from scratch isn’t realistic. Look for family-size entrees, lunch options, and side dishes.
Don’t let the bulk packaging scare you; these meals freeze well in single portions for quick, easy reheating later. All you have to do is reheat them when you need a satisfying meal!
Browse the current lineup of Gluten-Free Prepared Meals at Costco.
Gluten-Free Desserts at Costco
Costco offers a wide selection of gluten-free desserts and frozen treats, including cookies, French macarons, chocolate mousse, and ice cream. I also include gluten-free candy because Costco offers a wide selection of gluten-free options.
Many of Costco’s gluten-free desserts come in generous portions, making them perfect for sharing at gatherings or keeping on hand for when a sweet craving hits. You will find options like individually wrapped snacks, frozen treats like popsicles and ice cream, and seasonal or holiday items that rotate throughout the year.
Something new is Dole Whip, which is cool and refreshing.
See what’s sweet: Gluten-Free Desserts at Costco
đź“‹ Free Printable: Master Gluten-Free Shopping List for Costco
Want a simple way to shop? Grab my FREE printable gluten-free Costco shopping list and take it with you when you shop! It includes space to check off your must-haves and add notes as you shop.
Costco Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! The famous $4.99 Costco Rotisserie Chicken is labeled gluten-free on the package. (As always, double-check ingredients in case of regional changes.)
Yes, but brands seem to rotate. I usually see rice-based, lentil, chickpea, and edamame pastas. Our store also has a fresh gluten-free pasta option made by True Republic. Use them to make this Gluten-Free Lemon Ricotta Pasta.
Absolutely! Buying in bulk helps lower the per-unit price, especially on staples and snacks.
Want More Gluten-Free Costco Finds? Check out the full category guides that I linked above, and follow along for quarterly product updates!
This post is updated regularly based on real shopping trips by me and readers who write to me about their Costco finds. Product availability may vary by store or region.
I truly hope you enjoy this recipe. I have been testing and creating gluten-free recipes for over 15 years. Creating gluten-free recipes that do not taste gluten-free is my goal for every recipe. Sometimes I only have to test a new recipe a couple of times, and others it takes multiple times. I do this so you get reliable, delicious results every time!
So where is the printable list that it keeps saying is at the bottom of this column. I don’t see it anywhere, and I’ve scrolled up and down three times.
Oh, and are those egg white quiche at Costco gluten-free?
Thank you.
Hi Harriet, I don’t know how to make a special button, look for this text in the post: Costco-Gluten-Free-Shopping-List-2 That is the link to the pdf to download. I hope this helps. I haven’t seen the egg white quiche at Costco. I should be shopping there next week and will take a look. I finally did try the chicken salad, it was pretty good :-). My kids didn’t like it, but my husband and I did. Thank you so much for stopping bye 🙂
My Dad has been GF for years now. He recently found the KIND nut bars from Costco. They are sooo good! Something that is easy to throw in a bag now that traditional granola bars are not a choice anymore.
I picked up a few others that are not on the list that you showed. These are found in Phoenix AZ.
Wow Monica. The link you attached doesn’t work with blog comments so I would love to know what fun gluten free foods you found.
Costco currently has an uncurred hot dog that they demo’d today. Gf – dairy free and tasty!! Coleman Premium Foods. I have issues with gluten, dairy and the too much salt- (salt bliws my ankles up but I love hot dogs on occasion). ! It only has 340 mgs soduum per link. No antibiotics and cane sugar.
Wow Sheryl, I would definitely prefer an uncured hot dog. Thank you so much for your note to let us know!
The Cranberry Chicken salad is gf but not good. It’s bad enough that it has temporarily turned me off chicken salad entirely.
Thank you for posting all of this!
Thank you for letting us know Laura…I am not going to buy it. I like chicken salad too much to risk turning me off :-).
My husband and I both love the cranberry chicken salad, so I was thrilled to find out that it is gluten-free. You might want to try it and judge for yourself.
Does anyone know about the Kirkland brand lox. My daughter thought she was having a reaction.Thanks
Hi Robin,
I do not see gluten listed on the regular Kirkland Smoked Salmon. I have had it numerous times without a reaction. That being said, did your daughter eat it on something that could have been cross contaminated? Either the bread (if from a non-gluten free environment), cutting board or cutting knife that could have had gluten on them?
There is a new Paleo inspired bar by a company called Caveman Foods that is quite delicious. A work friend brought them in the other day. There is a Dark Chocolate Cashew Almond bar and a Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond bar. Enjoy!
I LOVE those bars Jenifer. I always have them in my purse, they taste so much like Almond Joy candy bars, but so much healthier. I will go see if they are in my Costco, it would be cheaper to buy them there. Thank you!!!
Hey there. Regarding kirkland’s deli premade meals. They all may contain wheat and are labelled as much. And you eluded to the fact that most Kirkland made foods are labelled as containing wheat and I completely agree. It’s very frustrating at times as the food looks so good! Our stores here in Alberta only carry one bakery item that is glute free, which is the two pack of Essential bread. The sheet cakes, cookies etc all are labelled as containing wheat. So I end up just walking by the bakery, and most of the deli. Of course they do have meats and cheeses that are gluten free, thank god. I do adore their produce section as everything is so big and yummy! Like the apples, pineapples, carrots etc..In conclusion, I’d have to say that the two favourite GF made foods are the sabasso pizza and a company from British Columbia called Boomchicka pop that makes these big yellow bags of the freshest lightly-est sea salted and sunflower oiled popcorn I’ve ever had. So thank you Sandi for all your work into the gluten free world of Costco! I am a diagnosed celiac since 2010 and had severe damage to my small intestine as a result. A few gastroscopies and biopsies later (AND a gluten free life!)I am now in remission. …naturally as long as I remain gluten free. I am an adamant advocate of NOT diagnosing yourself because you feel a little bloated after eating a sandwich. A true celiac will tell you that 3-5 days after being glutened, you want to die. A simple blood test will “usually” show positive but a biopsy is the only way to see if it is destroying your body. I’m sorry for writing so much! I talk a lot too! Thank you and hope you have a great summer! Mary M.
I wish they were better with Kirkland products, but I’m glad they do list the ingredients clearly. We don’t have that Essential bread in our Costcos here in the Bay Area any longer. It is a bummer because I loved them. I am so happy to hear you are in remission, it sounds like you had a really scary experience. I should be updating this Costco guide in the next week. I found a TON more gluten free products when I was at my local Costco last week. Take care, Sandi
Hi,
Do you know if the Kirkland organic mayple syrup is Gluten free?
Do you know if the Kirkland chicken stock is no longer gluten free? The packaging use to say it was gluten free.
Hi Monica, That is so odd they took off the gluten free wording. I have to head to Costco later this week. I will see what I can find out.