The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-0101-2026·Announced 2025-10-29

Cherry topped cheesecakes recalled because the product contains undeclared pecans

Wegmans Food Markets is recalling its Large Ultimate Cherry Topped Cheesecake, 58 oz, because the product contains undeclared pecans.

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: Scored 5 because the FDA classified this recall as Class I, which the rubric assigns the Critical tier.

Plain-English summary

Wegmans Large Ultimate Cherry Topped Cheesecake, net weight 58 oz, is being recalled because it contains undeclared pecans.

The affected product is item 38135 with sell-by dates of 24 September through 1 October, purchased between 19 and 26 September, carrying UPC 0-77890-38135-9. The enforcement record lists 521 units in total across all products in this action. The product was distributed in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina and the District of Columbia. The FDA has classified the recall as Class I.

Pecans are a tree nut and a major allergen that must be declared. People with an allergy or sensitivity to tree nuts risk a serious reaction if they eat the product.

Anyone holding a cheesecake with a listed sell-by date should not eat it and should follow the retailer's instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Wegmans Large Ultimate Cherry Topped Cheesecake, Net Wt. 58 oz. (3.63 lb) (1.64kg)
Manufacturer
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Category
Food — Bakery
Hazard
  • undeclared-allergen
  • tree-nuts
  • pecan
  • mislabeling

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

  • MD
  • NC
  • VA

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