The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-2143-2015·Announced 2015-05-13

Trader Joe's A Dozen Sweet Bites Recalled for Undeclared Coconut

Prolainat is recalling Trader Joe's A Dozen Sweet Bites cakes due to undeclared coconut, a major food allergen.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (coconut), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Prolainat is recalling all lots of 9.16 oz packages of Trader Joe's A Dozen Sweet Bites. The specific varieties included in the recall are Chocolate & Coffee 'Opéra' Cake, Raspberry 'Macaron Aux Framboises' Cake, and Caramel & Chocolate Cake.

The recall is being conducted because the products contain undeclared coconut. Coconut is a major food allergen that is not currently listed on the product packaging, which poses a risk to consumers with coconut allergies.

Consumers who have purchased these products should check their pantry for the specific UPC 00967679 or SKU 096767. Individuals with coconut allergies should avoid consuming the product and should contact their healthcare provider if they have already consumed it.

The recalled product

Product
TRADER JOES A Dozen Sweet Bites Chocolate and Coffee Opera Cake, Raspberry Macaroon Cake, Caramel & Chocolate Cake, 9.16 oz UPC 00967679 or SKU 096767.
Manufacturer
PROLAINAT
Category
Food — Baked Goods
Hazard
Affected units
22,968

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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