Catching up on Chocolate Recalls

It has been a busy few weeks and since I didn't have new products to reveal to you all, I put off the medical and recall post. If you want me to continue such posts in the future, liking it or commenting on it will let me know if this is worth our efforts here on The Chocolate Cult.

As always, follow the links if you live in the USA; if you live elsewhere, consult your local food safety agencies.

********** Chocolate Related Recalls **********

Real Kosher Ice Cream Recall

Real Kosher Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY is recalling soft serve on the go ice cream and sorbet cups, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

SOFT SERVE ON THE GO CUPS were distributed in the states of CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VA, WV.

The recalled product reached consumers through Canteens, Grocery and Convenience stores etc.

The recalled product is packaged in an 8 fl oz., clear plastic cup. The product looks like a soft serve cup served in an ice cream store, with a clear plastic cover with a seal and spoon attached to it.

The product brand name is Soft Serve On The Go cups, All flavors, UPC (SEE LIST)

     Soft Serve on the go Vanilla Chocolate, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15129-0

     Soft Serve on the go Razzle, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15133-7

     Soft Serve on the go Caramel, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15131-3

     Soft Serve on the go Parve Vanilla Chocolate, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15113-9

     Soft Serve on the go Sorbet Strawberry Mango, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15128-3

     Soft Serve Lite Peanut Butter, 8 fl oz, UPC 0-91404-15285-3

The UPC is the only identifiable code on the package. It does not have any LOT number or best by date. All product produced up to 8/4/23 is being recalled.

To date, two cases of illness have been reported in this outbreak in two states (NY and PA). Both individuals were hospitalized but no deaths have been reported to date.

The recall is the result of an individual becoming ill and reporting to have eaten this product. Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture tested samples of product and one sample tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.

Consumers should discontinue consumption of the product immediately. Please dispose of this product or return to your store of purchase for full credit. Consumers with questions may contact our Soft Serve on the Go team at: 845-668-4346 or info@softserveonthego.com . Monday thru Friday 9am to 5 pm EST.

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Nestlé USA Recall

ARLINGTON, VA., August 10, 2023 — Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough “break and bake” Bar (16.5 oz) products due to the potential presence of wood fragments.

This voluntary recall is isolated to two batches of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough “break and bake” Bar products that were produced on April 24 and 25, 2023. This product was distributed at retailers in the U.S. This recall does not involve any other NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® products, including other varieties of refrigerated cookie dough in “break and bake” bars, rolls, or tubs, or Edible cookie dough

While no illnesses or injuries have been reported, we are taking this action out of an abundance of caution after a small number of consumers contacted Nestlé USA about this issue.

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bar (16.5 oz) - Product Packaging

Batch Numbers: 311457531K and 311557534K

Corresponding Best By Dates: 8/22/23 and 10/23/23

Consumers who have purchased NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bar (16.5 oz) with batch codes 311457531K and 311557534K should not prepare or consume the product and should return the product to the retailer where it was purchased for a replacement or refund. For any further support needed, please contact Nestlé USA at (800) 681-1678 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. EST.

We are working with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on this voluntary recall and will cooperate with them fully. We are confident that this is an isolated issue and we have taken action to address.

The quality, safety and integrity of our products remain our number one priority. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this action represents to both our consumers and retail customers.

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Stonewall Kitchen Recall

Stonewall Kitchen of York, Maine is recalling a limited amount of their Peanut Butter Maltballs (6oz.) because the product contains undeclared allergens: Soy, Wheat, Peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts, wheat, and/or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

This product was distributed through Stonewall Kitchen Company retail stores located in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.

Potential affected product includes the following details:

     Name: Peanut Butter Maltballs (6oz.)

     Best By Date: December 31, 2024

     UPC: 7 1138131608 5

     Item #: 553646

Packaged in clear, plastic packaging with white label

To date, Stonewall Kitchen has not experienced any problems or received complaints about these products. No injuries or illnesses have been reported to date. The issue was discovered by a Stonewall Kitchen store staff member.

If consumers with allergies or sensitivities to soy, wheat, or peanuts have any of the above product, they should not consume the product and return it to place of purchase for a full refund or discard it.

Consumers should contact Stonewall Kitchen Premier Guest Services by email at

guestservices@stonewallkitchen.com or by phone at 800-826-1735 for refund instructions and any further information. Phone are monitored Monday-Friday between 8AM-5PM EST.

This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the US Food and Drug Administration.

Enclosed: Photos of Stonewall Kitchen Peanut Butter Maltballs (6oz.).