The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-2249-2019·Announced 2019-10-02

Whole Foods Recalls Red Apple Cookies Due to Undeclared Egg

Whole Foods Market is recalling 4,880 decorated red apple cookies because they contain undeclared egg. The cookies were sold in Arizona, Southern California, Hawaii, and southern Nevada.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Additionally, the hazard involves undeclared egg, a major allergen.

Plain-English summary

Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling 4,880 decorated red apple cookies sold in display cases in retail stores. The recall was initiated because the cookies contain undeclared egg, a major food allergen. The product was sold in stores through August 20, 2019.

The affected cookies were distributed in Arizona, Southern California, Hawaii, and southern Nevada. No specific lot codes or expiration dates were applied to the product. The recall was initiated on August 20, 2019, and was terminated on January 14, 2020.

Consumers who purchased these cookies should check their pantries for the product and dispose of it or return it to the store of purchase. Individuals with an egg allergy should avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in display case in retail stores
Manufacturer
Whole Foods Market
Affected units
4,880

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)

  • None applied
  • Sold in stores through 8/20/2019

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states: