- Big Mac sauce is incredibly creamy, with a sweet tang that adds just the right balance to a meaty griddled burger. It turns out that despite tasting similar to Thousand Island dressing, ketchup is nowhere to be found on the special sauce’s ingredient list. Instead, the sauce gets its peachy-pink color from a dash of paprika, and signature.
- Big Mac Keto Meatloaf. Big Mac Keto Meatloaf is a delicious low carb twist on a classic comfort food. Tender, juicy, meatloaf made with pork rinds as the binder instead of eggs makes this a gluten-free, keto friendly recipe. Add a topping of Big Mac sauce and you’ve got a great recipe that the whole family will love.
- Big Mac Sauce and Bun are Not Gluten Free. Quarter Pounder® with Cheese+: Order Without the Bun. Quarter Pound 100% Beef Patty., Delete Bun, PASTEURIZED PROCESS AMERICAN CHEESE, Ketchup, Mustard, Pickle Slices, Slivered Onions. Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese: Order Without the Bun.
Growing up, I was deprived of the heavenly foods made by the Golden Arches. Yeah, I could thank my mom for feeding me carrot sticks instead of French fries or baked foods instead of fried, but I wonder if her decisions would have been different if she ever tasted McDonald's famous French fries! Now that I've developed a gluten sensitivity, I had to find gluten-free McDonald's food to make up for what I missed during my childhood.
Mcdonald's is everywhere and serves over 69 million people worldwide each day. But for those with life-threatening food allergies or even food sensitivities like myself, eating at fast food restaurants can be difficult. But don't fret, here's a list of gluten-free McDonald's items to satisfy your drunk-eat cravings.
Keep in mind that cross-contamination in any restaurant can be detrimental for some people, while going unnoticed to others. Although this list contains items that do not deliberately contain gluten, the possibility that some may have come in contact with gluten is always a threat — and can be particularly high due to the fast work-pace of the restaurant.
1. Any Burger without the Bun (and no Big Mac Sauce)
Keto Big Mac Salad takes the best thing from your favorite guilty pleasure and makes it guilt free! Super easy to assemble and perfect for meal prep to keep you on track throughout the week! Special Sauce now with a keto touch! Not only is putting your Big Mac in a bowl together super easy, but it’s also a super healthy alternative to fast-food. This Big Mac in a bowl recipe works for gluten-free eaters, low-carb fans, and keto lifestyles.
You can order any of your favourite Mcdonald's burgers sans bun (and no Big Mac Sauce) to make it gluten-free. Although cross-contamination is always a concern, the actual ingredients of most burgers are safe to eat for your gluten-sensitive tummy.
2. M&M's or Cadbury Chocolate McFlurry
No one can ever pass up a Mcflurry. Ice cream? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cheap? Check. Just remember to avoid any McFlurry flavors that contain Oreos, cookies, or brownie pieces.
3. Hot Fudge or Caramel Sundaes
If you're more of a soft serve kind of person, the McDonald's sundae is perfect for you.
#SpoonTip: Add nuts to give your dessert an extra gluten-free crunch.
4. Caramel, Chocolate Chip, or Mocha Frappe
These delicious blends of sugar, spice, and everything nice are ideal to indulge in on-the-go. Cheaper than Starbucks, these drinks will curb your sugar cravings without irritating your gluten-sensitive stomach.
5. Coffee
Iced or hot, the famous premium roast coffee has been said to be one of the best among fast food restaurants. For only $1, how can you go wrong?
6. Smoothies
McDonald's smoothies are a perfect fruity snack to indulge in on the reg. There are so many flavour options to satisfy your cravings and bring you back to warmer weather times. My favourites? The classic Strawberry Banana and Mango Pineapple.
7. Salads
All McDonald's salads have the potential to be gluten-free, if ordered correctly. A general rule of thumb is to avoid any 'Crispy Chicken,' like in the Caesar Salad, or 'Tortilla Strips,' like in the Premium Southwest Salad.
#SpoonTip: Check out McDonald's online ingredients list to double check that your salad and dressings don't contain wheat.
8. French Fries
I saved the best for last. There's some debate about whether there is major cross-contamination in their fries during the frying process. But according to McDonald's website, there is not! They do not cook their potatoey goodnesses in the same fryers as their gluten items — making them safe to eat for our celiac friends.
Gluten Free Big Mac Sauce Recipe
Gluten-free McDonald's items are definitely a possibility and now you know exactly how to get them. You're welcome.
Gluten Free Sauce Recipe
If you are interested if other allergens are in McDonald's foods, check out this link for all the menu items and their ingredients.