Food safety authorities have issued an urgent allergy alert for several popular products from Zingerman's Bakehouse after discovering potentially dangerous undeclared nuts in certain sweet treats.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall specifically targets multiple batches of Zingerman's Bakehouse Chocolate Chip Cookies and Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats. Consumers are being warned to immediately check their purchases for the following batch codes:
- Chocolate Chip Cookies (UPC: 185273001059) with best-by dates of 07/11/2024 and 07/12/2024
- Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats (UPC: 185273001035) with best-by dates of 07/11/2024 and 07/12/2024
Serious Health Risks Identified
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) confirmed that these products contain almonds and pecans that are not mentioned on the packaging labels. This poses a significant health threat to individuals with nut allergies, potentially causing severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis.
"These products may be unsafe for consumers with an allergy to nuts due to the presence of almonds and pecans not mentioned on the label," stated the official FSA alert.
What Should Consumers Do?
Customers who have purchased these products are advised to take immediate action:
- Do not consume the products if you have a nut allergy
- Return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund
- Contact Zingerman's customer service with any concerns
Zingerman's has expressed regret for the incident and is working closely with retailers to ensure the affected batches are removed from shelves promptly. The company has also initiated an internal investigation to determine how the labelling error occurred and to prevent future occurrences.
This recall serves as an important reminder for consumers with food allergies to always double-check packaging, even when purchasing from trusted brands with established safety records.
