Dairy Queen Allergen Menu: Complete Guide (2026)

Dairy Queen Allergen Menu

For the 33 million Americans living with food allergies, dining out requires careful planning and accurate information. Dairy Queen serves millions daily, but not all menu items are safe for every allergen.
This guide breaks down every allergen in Dairy Queen’s menu so you can order confidently without second-guessing ingredient lists or risking cross-contact.

Allergen Information and cross contact

Every Dairy Queen location contains allergens. Cross-contact happens easily through shared equipment and surfaces. Allergens cannot be removed by cooking or washing.
Dairy Queen cannot guarantee any item is allergen-free. Before ordering, inform staff about your allergies and ask to see ingredient labels on packaged items. If you have severe allergies, consider whether the environment meets your safety needs.

Allergen Legends

Dairy Queen menu items may contain nine major allergens: milk and dairy products, eggs, wheat and gluten, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame seeds, fish, and shellfish.

Burgers and sandwiches

Menu Item

Milk

Eggs

Wheat

Soy

Seasame

Hamburger (Single)

❌

❌

✅

❌

✅

Hamburger (Double)

❌

❌

✅

❌

✅

Original Cheeseburger (Single)

✅

❌

✅

✅

✅

Original Cheeseburger (Double)

✅

❌

✅

✅

✅

Bacon Two Cheese Deluxe (Double)

✅

✅

✅

✅

✅

FlameThrower Burger (Double)

✅

✅

✅

✅

✅

BBQ Smokehouse Cheddar Stackburger

✅

❌

✅

✅

✅

Backyard Bacon Ranch Burger

✅

✅

✅

✅

✅

Note: All burgers contain seasame seed in the bun. To reduce allergen exposure, order without buns and sauces.

Chicken Items

Menu Items

Milk

Eggs

Wheat

Soy

Seasame

Chicken Strips (3 pc)

❌

❌

✅

✅

❌

Chicken Strip Basket (4 pc)

✅

❌

✅

✅

✅

Chicken Strip Basket (6 pc)

✅

❌

✅

✅

✅

Original Chicken Strip Sandwich

❌

✅

✅

✅

✅

Spicy Chicken Strip Sandwich

❌

✅

✅

✅

✅

Hot Dogs

Menu Items

Milk

Wheat

Soy

Seasame

Classic Hot Dog

❌

✅

❌

✅

Cheese Dog

✅

✅

❌

✅

Chili Dog

❌

✅

✅

✅

Chili Cheese Dog

✅

✅

✅

✅

Sides and Appetizers

Menu Items

Milk

Eggs

Wheat

Soy

French Fries (All Sizes)

❌

❌

❌

❌

Onion Rings

✅

❌

✅

❌

Cheese Curds

✅

✅

✅

✅

Soft Pretzel Sticks with Queso

✅

❌

✅

❌

Shared Fryer Warning: Fries are cooked in the same oil as fish, shellfish, and other items. Not safe for severe fish/shellfish allergies despite having no allergens in the fries themselves.

Popular Blizzard Flavors

Blizzard Flavor

Milk

Eggs

Wheat

Soy

Peanuts

Tree Nuts

OREO® Cookie

✅

❌

✅

✅

❌

❌

Reese’s® Peanut Butter Cups

✅

⚠

⚠

✅

✅

⚠

M&M’s® Chocolate Candy

✅

⚠

⚠

✅

⚠

⚠

Butterfinger®

✅

⚠

⚠

✅

✅

⚠

Snickers®

✅

✅

❌

✅

✅

⚠

Heath®

✅

⚠

⚠

✅

⚠

✅

Choco Brownie Extreme

✅

✅

✅

✅

❌

❌

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

✅

❌

✅

✅

❌

❌

Cotton Candy

✅

❌

❌

✅

❌

❌

Important: Ask staff to clean the Blizzard machine before preparing your order to reduce cross-contact risk.

Shakes and Malts

Shake Flavor

Milk

Soy

Wheat

Peanuts

Tree Nuts

Vanilla Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Chocolate Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Strawberry Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Banana Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Caramel Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Hot Fudge Shake

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Peanut Butter Shake

✅

✅

❌

✅

❌

Make It A Malt (Add-on)

✅

❌

✅

❌

❌

Note: All shakes contain both milk AND soy. Adding malt introduces wheat.

Other Beverages

Beverages

Milk

Eggs

Soy

Tree Nuts

MooLatté® (All Flavors)

✅

❌

✅

❌

Premium Fruit Smoothies (All)

✅

✅

❌

❌

Orange Julius® Original

✅

✅

❌

✅

Strawberry Banana Julius®

❌

❌

❌

❌

Misty® Slush (All Flavors)

❌

❌

❌

❌

Misty® Freeze

✅

❌

❌

❌

Soft Drinks

❌

❌

❌

❌

Coffee (Black)

❌

❌

❌

❌

Key Difference: Misty® SLUSH = allergen-free. Misty® FREEZE = contains milk (soft serve added).

Sundaes and Cones

Items

Milk

Wheat

Soy

Peanuts

Tree Nuts

Vanilla/Chocolate Cone

✅

✅

❌

❌

❌

Dipped Cone (Cherry or Chocolate)

✅

✅

✅

❌

❌

Caramel/Cherry/Strawberry Sundae

✅

❌

❌

❌

❌

Hot Fudge Sundae

✅

❌

✅

❌

❌

Peanut Butter Sundae

✅

❌

❌

✅

❌

Banana Split

✅

❌

✅

❌

❌

Peanut Buster Parfait

✅

❌

✅

✅

❌

 Packaged Treats

Item

Type

Milk

Wheat

Soy

Peanuts

Tree Nuts

Dilly Bar

Manufactured

✅

❌

✅

❌

❌

Dilly Bar

Store Made

✅

✅

✅

❌

❌

Non-Dairy Dilly Bar

Manufactured

❌

❌

✅

❌

✅

Buster Bar

Both Types

✅

❌

✅

✅

❌

DQ® Sandwich

6-Pack

✅

✅

✅

❌

❌

Dressings & Sauces

Items

Milk

Eggs

Wheat

Soy

House Made Ranch

✅

✅

❌

✅

Honey Mustard

❌

✅

❌

❌

Mayo

❌

✅

❌

❌

BBQ Sauce

❌

❌

❌

❌

Country Gravy

✅

❌

✅

✅

Zesty Queso

✅

❌

❌

❌

Ketchup

❌

❌

❌

❌

Mustard

❌

❌

❌

❌

Important Safety Information

  1. Cross-Contact Risk: DQ cannot guarantee any item is allergen-free due to shared equipment and preparation spaces.
  2. Shared Fryers: Fish, shellfish, fries, and onion rings all use the same frying oil.
  3. Blizzard Machines: Process multiple mix-ins throughout the day. Always ask staff to clean before your order.
  4. Soybean Oil: Used in frying. While not recognized as a major allergen, consult your doctor if you have soy concerns.
  5. Regional Differences: Menus and ingredients may vary by location. Always verify at your specific DQ.

Last Updated: December 2024 | Based on official Dairy Queen allergen data (May 27, 2025)

Conclusion

If you have food allergies, check the allergen tables above before ordering at Dairy Queen. DQ offers some dairy-free and gluten-free options, but they can’t promise any item is completely allergen-free because staff use the same equipment for different foods.
Tell the staff about your allergies before you order. Ask to see ingredient labels on packaged items. Allergen information can change, so always check the latest allergen menu at your local Dairy Queen to stay safe.

FAQs

Yes. Dairy Queen provides a detailed allergen guide on their official website showing which menu items contain milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame seeds, fish, and shellfish.

Most DQ items contain milk and soy. Burgers and sandwiches contain wheat and sesame seeds from buns. Blizzards with candy pieces may contain peanuts or tree nuts. Check the allergen tables above for specific items.

No. DQ cannot guarantee any item is completely allergen-free because they use shared equipment, fryers, and preparation spaces throughout their kitchens.

Some items are naturally gluten-free, including most sundaes, plain soft serve, and the Non-Dairy Dilly Bar. However, cross-contact with wheat can occur through shared equipment.

Yes. The Non-Dairy Dilly Bar is made with coconut cream and is both dairy-free and plant-based. Note that it contains soy and tree nuts.

Tell the staff about your allergies before ordering. Ask them to clean equipment before preparing your food. Request to see ingredient labels on packaged items. Consider whether any restaurant environment meets your safety needs.

No. Menus and ingredients can vary by location, especially in Texas which has a different menu system. Always verify allergen information at your specific DQ location.

Yes, Dairy Queen soft serve contains eggs. They’re used as emulsifiers for texture. Check the allergen menu for egg-free alternatives like non-dairy Dilly Bars.