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Monday, December 18, 2023

Ohio Firm Recalls Cookie Bites for Undeclared Allergens

Eban’s Bakehouse is recalling all of its Sweet Indulgences cookie bites, packaged in 12-count, 11.85 oz boxes, due to undeclared milk and soy allergens. The labeling issue was discovered during a routine inspection conducted by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. There have been no reports of illness involving the products addressed in this recall.

The issue is that ingredients were not investigated and associated allergens identified.  For example, butter is listed, but the allergen milk was not identified.  The soy coming with the soy lecithin used in chocolate.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ebans-bakehouse-issues-voluntary-recall-due-undeclared-milk-and-soy-allergens
Eban’s Bakehouse Issues a Voluntary Recall Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy Allergens
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  December 16, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  December 16, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared milk and soy
Company Name:  Eban’s Bakehouse
Brand Name:  Eban’s Bakehouse
Product Description:  Cookie Bites
Company Announcement

Eban’s Bakehouse is recalling all of its Sweet Indulgences cookie bites, packaged in 12-count, 11.85 oz boxes, due to undeclared milk and soy allergens. The recall is limited to the 12-count multi-pack cookie bites. The traditional 2 oz cookies are not included in the recall.

This recall has been initiated due to the ingredient label not stating milk and soy as allergens.

The cookie bites being recalled include:
Brown Butter Honey Pistachio
Lemon Shortbread
Brown Butter Snickerdoodle
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk
Chocolate Chili Coffee Coconut
Turtle Brownie

Product was available from 1/30/2023-12/13/2023 through:
Premier Produce One, 2110 Cloverleaf Street East, Columbus, OH
Eban’s Retail Website, www.ebansbakehouse.comExternal Link Disclaimer
Gordon Food Service EPO/Dropship Program, www.gfs.comExternal Link Disclaimer

The labeling issue was discovered during a routine inspection conducted by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. There have been no reports of illness involving the products addressed in this recall; however, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or soy run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Individuals exhibiting signs of an allergic reaction should seek medical attention immediately.

Consumers with a milk or soy allergy or sensitivity who have purchased the affected products should dispose of it and contact Eban’s Bakehouse for a refund. Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Sarah Farley at 513-409-3226 or email info@ebansbakehouse.com.

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