Review of Woolworths Free From Gluten White Bread

3.8/5

A cheap, high-fibre loaf that that’s best tossed in the freezer and used for toasting.

  • High in fibre with a 4-Star Health Rating.
  • Affordable compared to branded gluten-free loaves.
  • Best for toasting.

Quick summary

Woolworths Free From Gluten White Bread Loaf (440g) is a budget-friendly option in the gluten-free aisle, made with 44% Australian ingredients and carrying a 4 Health Star Rating.

It’s dairy free, high in fibre (13g per 100g), but contains egg and soy. Each 75g serving provides 780kJ, 2.3g protein, 4.8g fat (1.2g saturated), 28.6g carbs, and 300mg sodium.

Woolworths Free From Gluten White Loaf next to a slice on a plate.
Nice shape and good flavour for the price.

Online customer reviews are mixed. Many appreciate its soft crumb, mild neutral flavour and lower price compared to branded loaves. However, others find it dry, quick to go stale, and recommend eating it toasted.

The packaging is also a common complaint, as it’s difficult to open and reseal after. We agree 100%, although it’s the same problem for all the home brand loaves.

Overall, it’s a decent everyday gluten-free bread, reliable as a freezer back-up or for toasting, though not the softest or most flavourful option on the shelf.

What we thought

Ranked at #5 in our review of white gluten free bread, Woolworths Free From Gluten White 440g earns a score of 3.8/5. Priced at $5.50, it sits at the budget-friendly end of the gluten-free bread range, appealing to shoppers looking for an affordable everyday loaf.

Visually, the bread holds up well. The loaf had a few small holes, but nothing outrageous. In terms of flavour, it’s mild and neutral, with no odd aftertaste. It won’t stand out as one of the best, but it does the job as a simple base for toppings and fillings.

Woolworths Free From Gluten White Loaf next to  a toasted slice on a plate.
It toasts up nicely.

Where this loaf loses some points is in texture. It’s edible, but not as soft or flexible as Coles Gluten Free Traditional White. Coles is definitely our home brand pick for sandwiches.

Overall, Woolworths Free From Gluten White is a reasonable option for those who want gluten-free bread without paying premium brand prices.

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