Chocolate Recalls for January 22, 2023

Sadly, we have some chocolate related recalls to share with you all today.

As always, if you live in the USA, follow the links for fuller information.

If you live in another country, check your nation's food safety agencies to protect yourself and your loved ones.

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Simple Chocolate Chunk Brownie Recall

Ameripack Foods LLC of Hughes Springs, TX is issuing a recall for 976 lbs. of brownies for H-E-B Meal Simple Chocolate Chunk Brownie 13 Oz due to an undeclared – Soy & Egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy or egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

H-E-B Meal Simple Chocolate Chunk Brownie

The recall was initiated after discovering that trays of brownies were mislabeled on the back as Sopapilla Cheesecake, which does not list egg and soy allergens, on the product ingredient label.

There have been no injuries or illnesses reported to date.

The recalled product was available for purchase at H-E-B retail stores in the state of Texas:

Lot: 4122077413 Chocolate Chunk Brownie 13oz Use By 01/12/2023

Consumers who have purchased this product should discontinue use immediately and return the product to the nearest H-E-B store for a full refund. Consumers with questions regarding this recall should contact Ameripack Foods LLC. at 903-296-8206 (Monday -Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Central Standard Time)

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Notice 

Let us start here on The Chocolate Cult saying that while we are sharing this notice, we think it would be evident that such a product would have peanuts as an ingredient.

January 18, 2023, Corim Industries, USA of Brick, New Jersey is voluntarily recalling the following peanut butter hot chocolate products because they may contain undeclared peanut. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the following products.

Cocoa de Aroma, 24 ct k-cups assorted (12.7 oz carton containing Peanut Butter flavor 0.52 oz k-cups); All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025

Smart Sips, 24 ct k-cups (12.7 oz carton); All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025

Jersey Charm, 24 ct k-cups (12.7 oz carton); All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025

Colonial Coffee, 12 ct k-cups (4.44 oz carton); All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025

The recalled products were distributed to a limited number of resellers nationwide between January 11, 2021 and November 30, 2022. Only products with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025 are impacted. The Best By date is marked on the bottom of the carton.

No illnesses or deaths have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that a replacement flavoring ingredient from a different supplier may have trace levels of peanut that was not declared on bulk label or finished product label to downstream partners. However, testing conducted by Corim indicated that the levels may be below the limit of detection. The firm’s subsequent investigation identified the root cause as a temporary breakdown in the company's supplier documentation process. The process has been corrected and the company has instituted additional safety checks and corrective actions, including discontinuing the use of this particular flavoring ingredient.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers with a peanut allergy who have purchased the affected products are urged not to consume the product and dispose of it or return it to their place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 732-840-1670 between 9:00am and 4:00pm EST, Monday-Friday.