Does Spelt Contain Gluten?

Spelt is a form of wheat, and can therefore cause problems for individuals with wheat allergies. It contains a weaker gluten structure than conventional wheat, but can still cause problems for individuals with Celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

Is spelt lower in gluten than wheat?

There's a prevailing perception that ancient wheat varieties are lower in gluten than regular (common) wheat. However, researchers who measured the gluten content in both spelt and common wheat found spelt to be slightly higher in gluten ( 4 ).

Is spelt dough gluten free?

Spelt is generally sold as flour and used in bread, pasta, biscuits and crackers. Spelt contains gluten so it's not suitable for people with coeliac disease; but it can be an alternative for people who are not severely gluten intolerant.