The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-0072-2026·Announced 2025-10-22

Wegmans Cheesecake Recalled Due to Undeclared Pecan Allergen

Eli's Cheesecake Company recalled approximately 2,216 Wegmans cheesecake cakes distributed in Pennsylvania and Virginia for containing an undeclared pecan allergen. Consumers with pecan allergies risk allergic reactions.

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 designation automatically results in a Critical severity rating per the severity rubric, representing the most serious food safety hazards.

Plain-English summary

Eli's Cheesecake Company voluntarily recalled Wegmans Ultimate Plain Cheesecake following discovery of an undeclared pecan allergen. Approximately 2,216 cakes in lot 25202 were affected. The product is 3.13 pounds (1.42 kilograms) net weight and was distributed in Pennsylvania and Virginia in wholesale cases of eight cakes each.

The cheesecake contains pecan, a tree nut allergen that was not declared on the product label. Consumers with pecan allergies who consume the affected product may experience allergic reactions.

The company initiated the recall on September 29, 2025. The recall was terminated on October 17, 2025.

The recalled product

Product
Wegmans Ultimate Plain Cheesecake Large Net Wt 3.13 lb (1.42kg), shrink wrapped in a collar, 8 cakes per wholesale case
Manufacturer
Eli's Cheesecake Company
Category
Food — Bakery
Hazard
  • allergen-pecan

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 25202

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • PA
  • VA

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