The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0792-2024·Announced 2024-01-31

Tres Leches Cake Recalled for Undeclared Wheat Allergen

Lara's Bakery 3 LLC is recalling Tres Leches cake for undeclared wheat, a major allergen not listed despite being in the ingredient list. Consumers with wheat allergies could face allergic reactions.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall scores High (3) because it involves allergen mislabeling of wheat, a common major allergen. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, and the FDA Class II classification without hospitalization reports confirm a High rather than Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Lara's Bakery 3 LLC is recalling approximately 17,470 units per week of Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake) sold in 1/2 lb plastic clamshells. The recall was issued because the product's label declares gluten but fails to list wheat as a major allergen, despite wheat being present in the ingredient list.

The product was distributed to Iowa and Wisconsin through November 28, 2023. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall due to the allergen labeling failure.

Consumers with wheat allergies or sensitivities should not consume this product, as it poses a risk of allergic reaction. Anyone who has purchased this product should consult the label for the full list of potential allergens (sesame, coconut, soy, wheat, milk, and egg) and take appropriate precautions. Consumers with concerns should contact their healthcare provider if an allergic reaction occurs.

The recalled product

Product
Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake), Net Wt 1/2 lb, packaged in plastic clamshell.
Manufacturer
Lara's Bakery 3 LLC
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat
  • allergen-mislabeling

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Distributed through 11/28/2023

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.