Gluten-Free Taralli: The Apulian Tradition That People with Celiac Disease Can Finally Rediscover

Taralli are one of Puglia’s culinary symbols: small rings of dry dough, crispy and fragrant with white wine and extra-virgin olive oil, a staple on every Apulian table for generations. For those with celiac disease, however, the traditional tarallo—made with wheat flour—has always been a forbidden treat. From Andria, in the heart of Puglia, we make gluten-free versions while staying true to the original recipe and flavor.

Why isn’t the traditional tarallo suitable for people with celiac disease?

The classic recipe for the Apulian tarallo is based on wheat flour, white wine, extra virgin olive oil, and salt—a simple dough, but one that relies on gluten for its characteristic crispy and crumbly texture. For those with celiac disease, even the tiniest traces of this flour must be avoided entirely.

How do you recreate the same texture without gluten?

We replace the wheat flour with a specific gluten-free blend (deglutinized wheat starch, buckwheat flour, rice starch), while maintaining the same traditional method: white wine, extra virgin olive oil, and a long, artisanal kneading process. The result is a tarallo with the same crispy, crumbly texture, rough surface, and golden color as the original—not a substitute, but the same Apulian recipe, simply gluten-free.

Our 3 Varieties

We offer Classic-Flavored Taralli, faithful to the original recipe; Fennel Seed Taralli, with the aromatic and digestive-aiding addition typical of the Apulian tradition; and Pizza-Flavored Taralli, flavored with double-concentrated tomato paste and oregano for those looking for a more indulgent snack. The entire range is available in the Taralli category of our shop.

How are they best enjoyed?

Gluten-free taralli are perfect for many occasions: as an appetizer paired with a platter of gluten-free cheeses and cold cuts, as a travel snack thanks to their long shelf life (up to 90 days at room temperature), or simply as a crunchy snack throughout the day. They also make a practical gift idea for friends or family members with celiac disease who want to rediscover a traditional flavor.

Food Safety: Zero Risk of Cross-Contamination

All of our production takes place in a facility dedicated exclusively to gluten-free products, equipped with a cleanroom featuring specialized air filters that eliminate the risk of airborne or contact contamination. For those living with celiac disease every day, this means being able to enjoy our taralli with complete peace of mind.