Latest news with #Cookies&Cream
New York Post
a day ago
- Health
- New York Post
FDA pulls popular ice cream from shelves after packaging mix up: ‘Serious allergic reaction'
Ice cream lovers may have more than a meltdown. Friendly's Ice Cream has recalled one of its most popular flavors after a packaging mix up sparking an allergy risk warning from the Food and Drug Administration, which who said it could cause 'a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.' DFA Dairy Brands, LLC, voluntarily pulled 324 cartons of its 48-fluid-ounce Friendly's Cookies & Cream ice cream from stores after they were packaged in Vanilla Bean containers but topped with Cookies & Cream lids, the FDA said. 3 Friendly's Ice Cream their Cookies & Cream ice cream from stores across the nation. Paul Weaver/SOPA Images / Shutterstock The Vanilla Bean flavor does not contain soy or wheat, which are present in Cookies & Cream. Therefore, the Vanilla Bean cartons don't list those ingredients, according to the FDA. 'For many people, a reaction to soy or wheat usually means abdominal pain, but you could get a rash, or less commonly, asthma-like symptoms,' said Dr. Joseph Raduazzo, an internal medicine specialist in Massachusetts. 3 Federal officials are warning that the mislabeling could have deadly consequences for allergy sufferers. friendlys 'For people with a severe allergy to soy or wheat, the reaction could be life-threatening, similar to when people with peanut allergies come into contact with the nut.' No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported due to the mispackaging, according to the FDA website. The recalled ice cream was distributed through a single distribution center, UNFI, to retail stores in Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania, the agency said. 3 The recall was issued due to the Food and Drug Administration saying in what was a package mix-up that the 324 cartons of ice cream posed an allergy risk that can cause 'a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.' REUTERS No other Friendly's products were included, a recorded message on a Friendly's consumer hotline said. Last month, Florida-based Rich's Ice Cream recalled over 100,000 ice cream bars in 23 states – including New York and Pennsylvania – due to listeria concerns. The voluntary removal from the market was one of the largest ice cream recalls in recent history.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Ice Cream Recall Map Shows States With New Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. DFA Dairy Brands, LLC, is recalling the Friendly's brand of Cookies & Cream ice cream due to undeclared soy and wheat concerns. Newsweek reached out to the company via email on Wednesday for comment. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated this year due to the potential for damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. People with a wheat or soy allergy could experience a "serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," the FDA warns. What To Know In the alert, the FDA says that the recalled products were packaged mistakenly in Friendly's Vanilla Bean cartons with a Cookies & Cream lid. The recalled products were distributed through UNFI to retail locations in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia. Below is a map showing the states impacted by the recall: The ice cream was sold in 48-fluid ounce containers with a best-by date of November 26, 2025. No other Friendly's products are impacted by the recall, the FDA alert notes. What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert, in part: "The voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that a limited quantity of Cookies & Cream ice cream was mistakenly packaged in Friendly's Vanilla Bean ice cream cartons that did not identify the soy and wheat ingredients. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported. This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration." In an email to Newsweek in January, the FDA said: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall; the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall. "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return the ice cream to the original place of purchase for a refund, the FDA alert notes. People with additional questions may contact DFA Dairy Brands, LLC, via phone at 800- 587-2259. Further recalls or updates are possible as investigations continue, and consumers are encouraged to monitor FDA alerts for developments.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Cake or cupcake?: Netizens debate the definition of a 4-pound cupcake set to hit the NYC supermarkets
Image credits: X Dessert lovers, assemble! The biggest fight of all time is going on online and it is about one of the most interesting topics ever. Can a 4-pound cupcake be called a cupcake or is it a cake? The Original Crumbs Bakeshop, a popular NYC bakery has been working hard to fulfil the dream of all sweet-tooth lovers. On Monday, the beloved bakery announced that their new 4-pound Colossal Cupcakes are now available at the Kroger Family Stores. 'We launched CRUMBS to bring back the magic of neighborhood bakeries, and now we want to bring that same premium quality to local supermarkets — so shoppers can pick up fresh, delicious, showstopping CRUMBS desserts alongside their groceries,' said Mia Bauer, co-founder of Crumbs Bakeshop to the news magazine Supermarket Perimeter. Now, people all over social media have been debating whether the dessert is a cake or a cupcake? What is the weight of the cupcakes? These gigantic cupcakes weigh 68 ounces and can feed about 20 people, said a spokesperson for the brand told Parade. The serving size is approximately 21 and each serving is 290 calories, meaning the entire cupcake has about 6,090 calories, according to nutrition facts listed on Kroger's website. What are the flavours of the cupcakes? The cupcakes as of now have two flavours: Vanilla Birthday Cake and Cookies & Cream. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like local network access control Esseps Learn More Undo While the former features a vanilla confetti cake with a 'pinata-style sprinkle surpise', the latter is a rich chocolate cake filled with cookies & cream infused buttercream filling. What is the price of the cupcakes? The Crumbs Colossal Cupcake will hit the markets soon on June 20th at the Kroger family of grocery stores which includes Fred Meyer, Dillons, Fry's, Kroger, City Market, Metro Market and Ralphs. The cost of the cupcakes will be $24.99. Social media reactions Image credits: X Of course, the news of a giant cupcakes hitting the shelves would reach social media and stun the users to comment. "This exists solely so I can get away with saying "I only ate one cupcake..."" wrote a person on X. "Oh I could eat that in one sitting.." added another. Others went into a full on battle on whether it could be called a cupcake as it wasn't made with a cup, writing, "Exactly. Cupcakes originated because they were baked in cups. They're the size of a cup. This is a cake." "Nah it's in a cup thus making it a cupcake" quipped another. "Not just a cake. It's a cake that LOOKS like a cupcake." wrote another user. "A Cupcake is a Cake. This was baked in a cup. It's a Cupcake. It's just really big. Cake vs. Cupcake doesn't denote size." explained another. 'Colossal cupcake' Or, as us normies would call it, a cake." joked another X user. What are your thoughts on this? Is this a cake or a cupcake?
New York Post
13-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
‘Colossal' 4-pound 6,000-calorie cupcake created by beloved NYC bakery hits supermarkets
Fans of The Original Crumbs Bakeshop are in for a sweet treat. On Monday, the beloved New York City bakery announced that their new four-pound Colossal Cupcakes are now available at Kroger Family Stores. The gigantic cupcakes each weigh 68 ounces, or 4.25 pounds, and can feed about 20 people, a spokesperson for the brand told Parade. 3 The Cookies & Cream Colossal Cupcake is a chocolate cake filled with cookies & cream-infused buttercream filling on the inside. Crumbs Bake Shop The serving size is approximately 21, and each serving is 290 calories — meaning the entire cupcake comes in at 6,090 calories, according to the nutrition facts listed on Kroger's website. 'We launched CRUMBS to bring back the magic of neighborhood bakeries, and now we want to bring that same premium quality to local supermarkets — so shoppers can pick up fresh, delicious, showstopping CRUMBS desserts alongside their groceries,' Mia Bauer, co-founder of Crumbs Bakeshop, told industry news magazine Supermarket Perimeter. 3 The Vanilla Birthday Cake Colossal Cupcake features a vanilla confetti cake with a 'piñata-style sprinkle surprise' filled inside. Crumbs Bake Shop The new massive treats will be available for fans to get at their local store in two different flavors: Vanilla Birthday Cake and Cookies & Cream. The Vanilla Birthday Cake Colossal Cupcake features a vanilla confetti cake with a 'piñata-style sprinkle surprise' filled inside, covered with Crumbs famous vanilla frosting and sprinkles. The Cookies & Cream Colossal Cupcake is a rich chocolate cake filled with cookies & cream-infused buttercream filling on the inside and topped with Crumbs signature vanilla buttercream, covered with cookies and cream cookie pieces. Crumbs Colossal Cupcake will hit shelves on June 20 at the Kroger family of grocery stores, which includes Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry's, Kroger, City Market, Metro Market and Ralphs, and it costs $24.99. 3 The serving size is approximately 21, and each serving is 290 calories — meaning the entire cupcake comes in at 6,090 calories. Crumbs Bake Shop 'We're the first to market with a bakery item like this at the traditional neighborhood grocery store level, and we see it as a game-changer,' co-founder Jason Bauer told Supermarket Perimeter. 'Whether you're planning a celebration, or looking for a 'last-minute gift that doesn't scream 'I forgot', The Colossal cupcake offers something totally unique, viral-worthy, and fun — it's a conversation piece that turns any occasion into a sweet celebration.'
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New shop featuring hand-made donuts opens on Dixie Highway in time for National Donut Day
Coinciding with National Donut Day, the new Dixie Hwy Donuts in West Palm Beach will celebrate their grand opening on Friday, June 6. This new mecca for the sacred, circular pastry is located on South Dixie Highway about midway between Southern and Forest Hill Boulevards and had a soft opening May 30. The new restaurant is owned and operated by donut veteran Sarah Callis. Definitely not her first foray into the game, Callis has been perfecting her craft for over 25 years and got her start at the iconic, nearly 100-year-old Dixie Cream Donuts in Fort Pierce. Making all of their donuts by hand at the new shop, Callis said they use same yeast dough recipe that the popular Fort Pierce store has been using since 1929. Callis described donuts made using yeast-raised dough as "fluffy, lightweight, heavenly." This is not accomplished without putting in the time and effort. "Yeast donuts are actually a very hard craft. We make them by hand every single night... it's what sets our donuts apart." Honing her skills for years at the shop in Fort Pierce, Callis eventually moved to Pinehurst, North Carolina. There for several years, she opened and ran Southern Angel Donut Company before eventually moving back to Fort Pierce and purchasing Dixie Cream Donuts. Unfortunately, her purchase coincided with the pandemic and she ended up selling the business back to the original owner and set her sights south. Callis said that her two adult daughters still work at the store. Dixie Hwy Donuts will feature 25-plus varieties at all times. In addition to many traditional glazed, cake and filled donuts, they will also have several specialty donuts including the peach cobbler, strawberry shortcake, M&M, Fruity Pebbles, Samoa's, maple bacon, cinnamon rolls, and apple fritters. Callis said the "Apple fritter is hands down one of our most popular sellers." Dixie Hwy Donuts owner Sarah Callis says their apple fritter is a top seller and is often the first thing they sell out of. Get there early! In addition to over two dozen varieties of donuts, Dixie Hwy Donuts will also offer milkshakes and smoothies. Among those milkshakes: Cookies & Cream and the Sin-A-Bun made with vanilla ice cream, crushed cinnamon toast, chocolate and caramel drizzle and whipped cream. Though Callis is confident on the donut side, she said the milkshake idea was her business partner's. Knowing how busy the donut business can get she laughed about her business partner saying "You better pull your pants on… it's about to get crazy." Callis said "I'm very excited to be in West Palm Beach... very blessed and grateful." Dixie Hwy Donuts opens in West Palm Beach Though they technically had a soft opening on May 30, the new Dixie Hwy Donuts in West Palm Beach will have their grand opening on Friday, June 6, National Donut Day. What: Dixie Hwy Donuts Where: 6108 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach Hours: 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week Information: If you're craving more donut options, here are some local spots offering Donut Day deals. National Donut Day Deals The Salty The Maple French Toast Donut will be available on National Donut Day, Friday, June 6 at The Salty. For one day only, this family-owned shop will offer its Maple French Toast Donut. This is a 24-hour brioche donut stuffed with French toast cream (yes, made from their own brioche donuts), dipped in maple glaze, topped with maple brioche crunch and a mascarpone whip quenelle, and finished with a maple drizzle. There are 12 locations with one in Palm Beach County Details: 460 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. Duck Donuts Known for serving warm, made-to-order donuts, this chain which started out with one shop in Duck, N.C. will offer one free cinnamon sugar donut (no purchase necessary, but limited to one per guest), six cinnamon sugar donuts for $6, and $1 off a medium hot or iced coffee for National Donut Day. There are dozens of locations nationwide with one in Palm Beach County. Details: 11051 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. Dunkin Donuts This juggernaut of coffee, iced coffee, frozen coffee, breakfast sandwiches and, yes, donuts, will be offering guests one free donut on the big day with the purchase of a beverage. There are dozens of locations throughout Palm Beach County. Details: Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: New West Palm Beach donut shop to open in time for National Donut Day
