3 Food Recalls You Need To Know About This Week

This week’s roundup of food recalls may involve your favorite grab-and-go breakfast or your go-to dessert. However, these items weren’t removed from store shelves due to potential contamination with foodborne pathogens. Learn why bite-size ice cream cones, pancakes, and a Trader Joe's açai bowl were recently removed from grocery stores near you.

700 Cases of Bite-Size Pancakes Recalled for Undeclared Allergens 

On February 18, Naturipe Value Added Fresh LLC recalled nearly 700 cases of Berry Buddies, Berries & Pancakes bento box snack packs from the refrigerated section at Kroger and Meijer stores across 13 states. The company reported that the packaging did not explicitly say the pancakes contained wheat and eggs. Both ingredients are among the top nine most common food allergens. Consuming this item could lead to severe allergic reactions in individuals with wheat and egg allergies. 

Product: 2.1-oz / 60-gram package of Berry Buddies, Berries & Pancakes bento box snack packs
Lot #: 1097901
Expiration Date: 2/25/2025
Distribution: Arkansas, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, Minnesota, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Mississippi, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

As of February 28, no one has reported having an allergic reaction. Still, those who have a wheat or egg allergy or sensitivity can return the item to the store they purchased it from and receive a full refund. If you have any questions about the recall, contact Naturipe Value Added Fresh LLC directly at 1-239-598-6045 or info@naturipefarms.com.

Mini Dessert Cones Recalled For Possible Allergen Presence

On February 21, Kayco recalled its Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos because some packages may contain Milk Chocolate Conettos—despite the packaging saying otherwise. Those with severe allergies to milk could experience a life-threatening reaction if they eat milk chocolate conettos thinking they are eating the dark chocolate (and milk-free) version. 

Product: Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos, 2.47 oz
Lot #: 02092024
UPC: 840762044535 Case UPC is 10840762044549
Distribution: Nationwide, predominantly stores located in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, from October 13th, 2024, through February 14th, 2025. Some packages were sold on Amazon.com.

As of February 28, no one has become ill from mistakenly eating the dessert cone. However, if you have the item in your pantry and have a milk allergy or sensitivity, return the product to the store you bought it from for store credit or a refund.

For more information or to ask any additional questions, contact customercare@kayco.com or call 718-369-4600 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

Trader Joe’s Popular Frozen Treat Recalled for Potentially Containing Plastic 

On February 14, Trader Joe’s pulled its Organic Açai Bowls With Berries, Banana, Granola, and Dried Coconut from the freezer section. In an announcement, the company wrote: "Out of an abundance of caution, please discard any Trader Joe’s Organic Açai Bowls, as the product may contain foreign material (plastic), or return them to your neighborhood Trader Joe’s store for a full refund.”

The company did not list any UPC codes or sell-by dates in the announcement. If you have questions, contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations at (626) 599-3817, or you can send the company an email.