Tag: Gelatin in pop tarts

According to the official Pop-Tarts FAQ, no Pop-Tarts products sold in the United States or Canada are certified as Halal. This often leaves Muslim consumers unsure about which products, if any, are permissible. While a formal certification is absent, a closer look at the ingredients reveals what type of Pop-Tarts are halal based on an understanding of Islamic dietary laws.

According to the official Kellogg's ingredients listed for the standard U.S. market, the Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts do not contain any milk-based dairy components. This is good news for those with dairy allergies, but it's important to note that these products are not suitable for vegans due to other animal-derived additives.

According to the manufacturer, Kellogg's, the gelatin used in all frosted Pop-Tarts sold in the U.S. is derived from beef, not pork. This clarification directly addresses the common question: do cherry Pop-Tarts have pork gelatin?