The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0976-2023·Announced 2023-06-14

Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes recalled for undeclared peanuts

Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes are being recalled due to undeclared peanuts. The product poses a serious risk to individuals with peanut allergies.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall. Undeclared peanuts pose serious risk to individuals with peanut allergies, including potential for anaphylaxis.

Plain-English summary

Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes (NET WT 8 OZ, 6-pack of 1.3 OZ packages, Enjoy By June 5, 2023) are being recalled because they contain undeclared peanuts. This poses a serious health risk to individuals with peanut allergies, who may experience allergic reactions including anaphylaxis.

The affected product was distributed in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes NET WT 8 OZ (227g) 6-1.3 OZ (38g) PKGS TASTY BAKING COMPANY, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112 UPC 0 25600 00225 4
Manufacturer
Flowers Foods (Corporate Offices)
Hazard
  • allergen-peanut
  • mis-labeling

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 (2)

  • Enjoy By June 5
  • 2023

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

  • DE
  • MD
  • NJ
  • PA
  • VA
  • WV