Walk into a supermarket in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and you’ll see familiar imported gluten-free brands. But what about gluten-free products from UAE brands?
We looked for UAE-founded food brands and products manufactured in the Emirates. The results go well beyond biscuits and bread: stock pastes for dinner, lgaimat and chibab mixes, cashew mozzarella, zaatar granola, ice pops and the sort of snacks you might already recognize from local shelves.
This isn’t a list of 30 independently certified foods. Some have third-party certification; others have an explicit gluten-free claim from their manufacturer. That distinction matters if you have celiac disease, and we’ll make it clear rather than treating every claim as interchangeable.
Looking for places to eat as well? Explore our gluten-free restaurants in Dubai and Dubai gluten-free guide.
How we chose these UAE products
We included UAE-founded brands or products made in the UAE. That doesn’t mean every item is manufactured locally: a UAE brand may produce certain lines overseas. Where manufacturing location is material, check the current product’s country-of-origin label.
For gluten-free status, we distinguish between independent gluten-free certification, manufacturer claims, and gluten-free statements printed on individual product packaging. A naturally gluten-free ingredient list, a vegan label or a HACCP certificate isn’t enough on its own. Recipes, factories and labels can change, so always check the exact product you buy.
The products below are grouped by how you might use them.
Gluten-free cooking staples and Emirati baking mixes
Treat Me Gluten Free
Lgaimat and chibab are traditional Emirati favorites. Treat Me Gluten Free offers mixes for both, alongside a cardamom and saffron cake mix. Add the cardamom and saffron cake mix and you have three distinct ways to bake something familiar.
Look for: Lgaimat Mix; Chibab Bread Mix; Cardamom & Saffron Cake Mix.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer gluten-free claim.
Brand / product source
Emirates Macaroni Factory
The UAE has its own gluten-free pasta range, including penne rigate and fusilli. Both are versatile options for everyday cooking, from hearty pasta dishes to lighter salads.
Look for: Gluten Free Penne Rigate; Gluten Free Fusilli.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer gluten-free range claim.
Brand / product source
Máráqáh
This may be the most useful discovery for everyday cooking. Máráqáh makes concentrated stock pastes for soups, rice dishes and stews—exactly the sort of ingredient whose label deserves attention. The UAE-founded brand says its jars are gluten free and made locally. These are stock bases, not ready-to-drink broth.
Look for: Chicken Stock Base; Vegetable Stock Base; Beef Stock Base.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer states gluten-free; manufacturer states made in UAE.
Brand / product source
Dairy, breakfast and spreads
Balade Farms
Balade Farms offers two refrigerated options: low-fat natural stirred yogurt for breakfast bowls and a tropical Greek yogurt smoothie for a chilled drink on the go.
Look for: Natural Stirred Yogurt Low Fat; Tropical Greek Yogurt Smoothie.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer gluten-free product claims reported.
Brand / product source
Nuttino
Cashew mozzarella is useful if you avoid dairy as well as gluten. The block can be sliced for sandwiches or used in dishes where you would normally reach for mozzarella. Contains cashews, so it is not suitable for people with a tree-nut allergy.
Look for: Cashew Mozzarella Cheese.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer gluten-free claim.
Brand / product source
Meadows Organic
Zaatar granola is a welcome change from the usual breakfast flavors. Pair it with the chocolate version and you have a savory-leaning and a sweeter option from the same UAE brand.
Look for: Organic Gluten-Free Zaatar Granola; Organic Gluten-Free Chocolate Granola.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer product naming/claim.
Brand / product source
BTTR
BTTR describes its sweet & salty peanut butter as gluten free and made in the UAE. It is an everyday option for toast, smoothies or baking.
Look for: Sweet & Salty Peanut Butter.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer states gluten-free and made in UAE.
Brand / product source
Vitallea Foods
Cashew butter is a useful alternative to peanut butter for spreading, baking or stirring into sauces. Vitallea reports gluten-free production credentials for its range.
Look for: Cashew Butter (240 g).
Gluten-free evidence: The manufacturer describes its cashew butter as made in a HACCP- and Coeliac UK-certified gluten-free facility. Sweet Connection, which produces Vitallea products, describes its products as gluten free; certification coverage for this individual jar has not been independently established.
Product source: Vitallea Cashew Butter (240 g)
Bread and bakery
Skinny Genie
Gluten-free croissants aren’t always easy to find, especially ones you can bake fresh at home. The brownies provide a ready-to-eat contrast. Skinny Genie reports Coeliac UK/AOECS licence CUK-G-145.
Look for: Ready-to-Bake Gluten-Free Croissants; Dark Chocolate Brownies.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer identifies both products as gluten free. Its published Coeliac UK/AOECS certification covers bakery categories including brownies and pastries; the two individual SKUs are not explicitly identified here.
Brand / product source
Tawa Bakery
Arabic bread is a staple, not a novelty. Tawa Bakery offers brown Arabic bread as part of its gluten-free bakery range—a familiar option for wraps and sandwiches.
Look for: Brown Arabic Bread (225 g, 5 pieces).
Gluten-free evidence: Tawa Bakery describes itself as a dedicated gluten-free bakery; UAE retailers list its Brown Arabic Bread.
Product source: Tawa Brown Arabic Bread (225 g)
Bakemart
Dubai-based Bakemart offers gluten-free breads, pastries, and desserts. Its Cinnamon Custard Danish comes in a frozen pack of four, ready to thaw or briefly bake until crispy. Bakemart states that its gluten-free range is produced in a dedicated gluten-free facility and that its products are manufactured in Dubai.
Look for: Gluten-Free Cinnamon Custard Danish (4 × 60 g).
Gluten-free evidence: Explicit manufacturer product claim. Bakemart also reports Coeliac UK certification for selected products, although certification of this particular pastry has not been independently verified.
Product source: Bakemart Cinnamon Custard Danish
Allergens: Contains milk and egg; may contain traces of nuts and sesame.
The Lime Tree Café
For something sweet, this Dubai café and bakery lists a fudgey double chocolate brownie as gluten free and vegan.
Look for: Fudgey Double Chocolate Brownie (GF Vegan).
Gluten-free evidence: Bakery describes the brownie as gluten free.
Brand / product source
Snacks, frozen treats and drinks
Modernfood
Dubai Pofak, Papy Snacks, Chipstix, and Dubai Bites are familiar names to many UAE shoppers. These four product lines are GFFP-certified under certificate P1553. Certification applies to covered products, not automatically to every flavor or pack sold under the same name.
Look for: Dubai Pofak; Papy Snacks; Chipstix; Dubai Bites.
Gluten-free evidence: The four named product lines are reported as GFFP-certified under P1553; the packs shown in Modernfood’s promotional artwork display a GFFP logo. Certification should not be extrapolated to unverified flavors or variants.
Product information
House of Pops
Mighty Mango and Galactic Lime Pop offer two fruit-based options from House of Pops. The brand describes its range as gluten free.
Look for: Mighty Mango Pop; Galactic Lime Pop.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer gluten-free range claim.
Brand / product source
Chilly Date / Sweet Connection
Alongside pumpkin-seed and beetroot crackers, Chilly Date makes ZeroCafé, a coffee alternative from roasted date seeds. The manufacturer describes ZeroCafé as caffeine free and gives brewing instructions for coffee makers.
Look for: Pumpkin Seeds & Beetroot Crackers; ZeroCafé Date Seed Coffee Alternative.
Gluten-free evidence: Sweet Connection describes its products, including seed crackers, as gluten free and reports UK Coeliac-certified production. The selected crackers are also shown with a crossed-grain symbol in retailer imagery; the current licence scope has not been independently checked. The manufacturer describes ZeroCafé as produced in a gluten-free facility.
Product sources: Pumpkin Seeds & Beetroot Crackers · ZeroCafé (75 g)
Hunter’s Gourmet
Hunter’s Gourmet offers a range of flavored potato chips, including Bedouin Salt, inspired by traditional Middle Eastern seasonings.
Look for: Bedouin Salt Potato Chips.
Gluten-free evidence: Manufacturer’s explicit gluten-free product claim.
Product sources: Bedouin Salt (125 g)
Camelicious
Camel milk is a recognizable part of the UAE food story. Camel One Milk Powder with Probiotics is the specific product identified with a gluten-free claim; that statement should not be generalized to every Camelicious product.
Look for: Camel One Milk Powder with Probiotics.
Gluten-free evidence: The manufacturer’s current product packaging image explicitly displays a gluten-free claim.
Product source: Camel One Milk Powder with Probiotics (300 g)
Where to buy gluten-free products from UAE brands
Start with the product or collection links above, then check whether the manufacturer lists a UAE stockist or online delivery. Some items may be easier to find through specialty bakeries or direct-to-consumer stores than in a supermarket. Stock changes, and a retailer’s “gluten free” filter is not the same as a manufacturer’s product claim. Compare the photo, name, size and ingredients with the actual pack before buying.
Gluten-free claims: what to look for on the label
An independent gluten-free certification program evaluates products against its requirements; it is not the same as a company’s own statement that a food is gluten free. Even with certification, check that the particular product and flavor are covered. A dedicated gluten-free facility is reassuring but should not be confused with certification of every SKU. Likewise, a vegan, organic or lactose-free label does not establish gluten-free status.
For celiac disease, don’t rely on the absence of wheat in an ingredients list alone. Check gluten-related declarations, any certification, and whether the manufacturer provides credible information about cross-contact where needed.
Frequently asked questions
Are gluten-free products manufactured in the UAE?
Yes. The UAE has local food producers making gluten-free products, including snack lines and specialist baking products. This guide also includes UAE-founded brands that may manufacture some products abroad, so check each item’s origin rather than assuming everything here is locally made.
Are these 30 products all independently certified gluten free?
No. Independent certification and a manufacturer’s gluten-free claim are different levels of evidence. We identify the basis for each product rather than treating them as equivalent.
Can I find gluten-free Emirati foods?
Yes—look for mixes inspired by Emirati favorites, such as lgaimat and chibab. Check the particular pack’s gluten-free claim and preparation instructions, including ingredients you add at home.
Does vegan or lactose-free mean gluten free?
No. These labels describe different things. A plant-based cheese or lactose-free yogurt still needs its own gluten-free evidence.
Where else can I eat gluten free in Dubai?
See GFQA’s Dubai restaurant guide for dining options. Eating out raises separate questions about kitchen procedures and cross-contact.
