The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1441-2022·Announced 2022-07-27

Espresso Cheesecake Bites recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin

Chuckanut Bay Foods is recalling Espresso Cheesecake Bites because the product contains undeclared soy lecithin. The label states sunflower lecithin, but soy—a major allergen—is actually present.

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 is FDA Class II allergen mislabeling involving soy, a major food allergen. The hazard is clearly labeled on the ingredient statement (soy lecithin is present but not declared). No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the severity rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness is scored 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Chuckanut Bay Foods LLC is recalling two varieties of Espresso Cheesecake Bites due to incorrect labeling of the lecithin source. The labels declare the chocolate compound contains sunflower lecithin, but testing or investigation revealed the product actually contains soy lecithin. Soy is a major food allergen and is not declared on the packaging.

The affected products are Item 32023-56 (Bulk, 14 pieces per pack, 56 packs per case, Lot Code 2C178A2) distributed as 11 cases, and Item 35023-12 (Edible brand, 8 pieces per pack, 12 packs per case, UPC 850014918071, Lot Code 2C167A2) distributed as 53 cases. Both were distributed to Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Consumers with soy allergies should not consume these products. Those who have purchased the recalled lots should discard them or return them to the retailer. Consumers with allergies or questions should contact Chuckanut Bay Foods LLC.

The recalled product

Product
Item 32023-56, Chuckanut Bay Espresso Cheesecake Bites (Dark Compound) BULK. Perishable - Keep Refrigerated. There are 14 pieces per pack and 56 packs per case. Item 35023-12, Espresso Cheesecake Bites. Edible brand. Distributed by Wish Foods, LLC. Perishable - Keep Refrige
Manufacturer
Chuckanut Bay Foods LLC
Category
Food — Dessert / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard
  • allergen-soy
  • 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 (1)

  • Lot Codes: Item 32023-56: 2C178A2. Item 35023-12: 2C167A2

Distribution

Distributed in 13 states:

  • AL
  • CA
  • CO
  • FL
  • IL
  • MA
  • MI
  • MN
  • NY
  • OR
  • TX
  • WA
  • WI

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