An elegant Easter-themed image featuring the Grand Ferrero Rocher and Ferrero Rocher Milk Chocolate & Hazelnut Hollow Squirrel, with "Gluten-Free Ferrero Rocher" displayed in bold lettering. Surrounded by delicate greenery, twigs, and speckled eggs, creating a festive and natural aesthetic.

Are Ferrero Rocher Chocolate Balls Gluten-Free?

The iconic Ferrero Rocher chocolate balls are known for their indulgent layers—starting with a whole hazelnut at the centre, surrounded by creamy hazelnut butter, encased in a crispy wafer (which contains wheat flour and gluten), then dipped in melted chocolate and finished with chopped hazelnuts. Even as a child, I knew they were something special.

Unfortunately, that wafer layer makes traditional Ferrero Rocher off-limits for those with coeliac (celiac) disease, wheat allergies, or gluten sensitivity. But there’s some good news—during Easter and Christmas, Ferrero releases seasonal treats, and some of them are gluten-free!

Grand Ferrero Rocher Easter Egg

Wrapped in shimmering gold foil and finished with an elegant ribbon, the Grand Ferrero Rocher Easter Egg is a decadent take on the classic. Unlike its bite-sized counterpart, this version features a hollow milk chocolate shell infused with crunchy hazelnut pieces, capturing the signature Ferrero flavour and texture in every bite.

⭐ Available in both Milk & Dark Chocolate
🟢 Gluten-free by ingredient
📍 Spotted on sale at Coles for $9 (RRP $13)

Milk Chocolate Ingredients  

Milk Chocolate (80%) (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Skim Milk Powder, Anhydrous Milkfat, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soy), Flavouring: Vanillin), Hazelnuts (20%). Milk Chocolate contains Cocoa Solids: 42% min., Milk Solids: 14% min.
Contains Milk, Hazelnuts, Soy.

Dark Chocolate Ingredients

Dark Chocolate (80%) (Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soy), Flavouring: Vanillin), Hazelnuts (20%). Dark Chocolate Contains Cocoa Solids: 50% Min.
Contains Hazelnuts, Soy. May Be Present: Milk.

Ferrero Rocher Squirrel

A Ferrero Rocher Milk Chocolate and Hazelnut Hollow Squirrel, wrapped in elegant gold and brown foil. The packaging features a squirrel illustration holding a hazelnut, along with the Ferrero Rocher logo and product description indicating a 90g hollow milk chocolate treat infused with hazelnut pieces.

This limited-edition Easter treat is as delicious as it is adorable! Crafted from smooth milk chocolate with crunchy hazelnut pieces, the hollow Ferrero Rocher Squirrel is wrapped in luxurious gold and brown foil, making it a perfect Easter gift or indulgence.

⭐ Made with Ferrero’s signature hazelnut-studded chocolate
🟢 Gluten-free by ingredient
📍 On special at Coles for $5.95 (RRP $8.95) at the time of publication

Ingredients  

Milk Chocolate (80%) (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Skim Milk Powder, Anhydrous Milkfat, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soy), Flavouring: Vanillin), Hazelnuts (20%). Milk Chocolate contains Cocoa Solids 42% min., Milk Solids 14% min.
Contains Milk, Hazelnuts, Soy.

Is the Ferrero Rocher Chocolate Easter Range Also Low FODMAP?

For those following a low FODMAP diet, portion control is key. According to Monash University, hazelnuts are low FODMAP in serves of up to 24g (~24 hazelnuts), while milk chocolate is low FODMAP up to 20g.

Safe serving sizes:

Grand Ferrero Rocher Egg – 1/5 (20g) serving is low FODMAP

Ferrero Rocher Squirrel – 1/4 (20g) serving is low FODMAP

Are Other Brands of Chocolate Gluten-Free?

If you’re wondering which chocolates are safe to eat, our ultimate guide to gluten-free chocolate has all the answers. Discover which brands are truly gluten-free, common hidden gluten ingredients, and the best alternatives so you can enjoy your favourite treats with confidence. Read the full guide here!

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