If you grabbed holiday barks for your children, drop everything and check your pantry right now, because Aldi has recalled multiple products from its shelves. Two popular holiday treats sold at the store have been recalled due to a serious allergen mix-up. Eating these treats could trigger a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction in some. Here’s everything you need to know about the Aldi recall.
What are the recalled products?
On Wednesday, Nov. 26, Silvestri Sweets Inc. of Geneva, IL, voluntarily recalled its 5-ounce bags of holiday barks as they may contain undeclared allergens.
The recalled products are:Choceur Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday BarkChoceur Cookie Butter Holiday BarkThe pecan bark may contain undeclared wheat. “People who have allergies to wheat run the risk ofserious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said in a release.The cookie butter bark, on the other hand, may contain undeclared pecans. Those who have allergies to pecans run the risk of “serious or life-threatening allergic reaction” if they consume this product.The recalled items were distributed nationwide through Aldi grocery stores.
How to identify the recalled products?
Look for the product name, lot codes and best-by date printed on the back of the product bag to identify the recalled products.Cookie Butter Holiday BarkLot number: 29225 Best by: 05/2026This product was sold in Aldi stores located in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday BarkLot number: 29225 Best by: 08/2026 This product was sold in Aldi stores located in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.Both come in a 5-ounce bag. According to the FDA, no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The investigation revealed that the mix-up may have been caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging process.Have you purchased these recalled products? “Discard the product immediately or return it to their local store for a full refund,” Aldi told its customers in a note. Note: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new medication or treatment, or before changing your diet or supplement regimen.
