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Yahoo
12-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Dunkin' Is Part Of A 2 Million Nationwide Baked Goods Recall
There's a voluntary recall alert, this time involving one of America's most popular coffee and baked good chains, Dunkin'. The recall was quietly issued in January, with a press release only coming out well after the fact, on February 5. This recall, a result of potential listeria contamination, affects many popular varieties of Dunkin' donuts. The donuts involved in the recall were manufactured by an Indiana-based company called FGF Brands, and included popular items like Bavarian Kreme donuts, French Crullers, and Munchkins. FGF released a statement saying that the recall was strictly "a precautionary measure based on non product related findings at one of our donut facilities in the US." No surfaces involved in food preparation, nor donuts, tested positive for listeria; the manufacturer is simply being extra-careful since consumables could have potentially been affected. At the time of writing, no listeria-related illnesses have been reported as a result of these donuts. Read more: 6 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches You Should Buy And 6 To Avoid At this point, there is no reason to panic, as the donuts of concern would already have expired, and thus wouldn't be in display cases any longer. So, if you're looking to buy a big box of Munchkins for the office, you can do so without any concern. (No need to fry up a batch of canned biscuit donut holes.) In case you're curious about why this is so important, listeria infection is one of the most common sources of food-borne illness, but is mainly of concern for vulnerable populations like the immunocompromised, the elderly, pregnant people, and children. Regular symptoms of listeria poisoning include things like diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, and headaches. Pregnant individuals need to be extra careful, as listeriosis (the technical term for listeria poisoning) has the rare potential to cause stillbirth. The grand majority of listeria contamination come from deli meat, which is why doctors advise pregnant folks to always heat deli meats prior to consumption. In this case, the popular chain's donuts are no longer an item of concern, and you're free to return to your Dunkin' blueberry cobbler coffees and baked treats without fear. For more food and drink goodness, join The Takeout's newsletter. Get taste tests, food & drink news, deals from your favorite chains, recipes, cooking tips, and more! Read the original article on The Takeout.
USA Today
11-02-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Company says recall of doughnuts, baked goods was issued over listeria concerns at facility
Company says recall of doughnuts, baked goods was issued over listeria concerns at facility Show Caption Hide Caption Tips to help manage food recalls and prevent foodborne illnesses About 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 people die each year from preventable foodborne illnesses. Payton, USA TODAY The manufacturer of 60 recalled baked food products says the recall was initiated over concerns of a potential listeria risk at one of its facilities. The voluntary recall was issued as a precaution and no products or food contact services were known to have tested positive for listeria, FGF Brands, a pastry wholesaler that distributes baked goods within the U.S. and Canada, said in a statement to USA TODAY. Simona Ionita, vice president of supply chain and recall coordinator of FGF Brands, said Sunday the recall was initiated after "environmental findings" of listeria were detected at one of its facilities. All affected products were successfully recalled by early January and are no longer on the market, Ionita added. Ionita said all of the brand's products, including doughnuts, "are completely safe to eat." A full list of recalled products can be found on the FDA's website. Baked products recalled The recall, which impacts approximately 2 million baked goods in the U.S., was initially issued on Jan. 7 and was upgraded to Class II on Feb. 5, according to the FDA report. Class II-level recalls apply to products that could cause "temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences," or have a remote possibility of leading to "serious adverse health consequences," according to the FDA's website. Recalled products in FDA's report included a variety of filled and flavored doughnuts, cinnamon sticks, French crullers, and fritters, some of which were sold by Dunkin', produced before Dec. 13, 2024. For questions and concerns, customers can reach the company via email at info@ FGF said. Listeria poisoning symptoms Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium listeria monocytogenes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems, and pregnant women. Listeria is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the U.S., according to the CDC. The agency estimates that the disease impacts 1,600 Americans each year, with approximately 260 people dying from those infections. Symptoms include, per the CDC: Fever Muscle aches Headache Stiff neck Confusion Loss of balance Convulsions Diarrhea Other gastrointestinal symptoms Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery and/or life-threatening infection of newborn infants Death Symptoms usually begin to develop a few days after you've consumed contaminated food, but it can take 30 days or more before the first signs and symptoms of infection begin, according to the Mayo Clinic. See medical care immediately if you think you have eaten contaminated food. Contributing: Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Over 2 Million Donut Products Have Been Recalled Nationwide—Here's What to Know
A January 7 recall has officially been upgraded to a Class II by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). FGF Brands is reportedly recalling 60 donut products, accounting for more 2 million pastries in total. The report specifies that the donut products in question were distributed nationwide in the United States and Canada, and may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. When a product receives a Class II classification, per the FDA, it means that the product 'may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.' 😋😋 🍳🍔 It should go without saying that Listeria monocytogenes is not worth messing around with. According to the FDA, it is an organism that can lead to serious or even fatal infections, most notably within young children, frail or elderly people and those with a weakened immune system. The disease can show up as a non-invasive gastrointestinal listeriosis, or in its more severe form, listeriosis. In less severe cases, a person can develop mild symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, nausea and diarrhea due to contact with Listeria. These symptoms should not last more than 1-3 days. However in extreme cases, a person can experience symptoms like headaches, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. These symptoms can turn out to be life-threatening for some, especially newborn babies, elderly adults and those with a weakened immune system. Related: As of today, FGF Brands has not publicly released any information regarding the recall, so all we have to go off of is the FDA's official report and Class II classification. The report is very detailed for your convenience, however, this large product list can be a bit overwhelming to sift through, so be diligent. We will keep you posted as more details surrounding the recall arise, such as contact phone numbers and emails for those with further questions and concerns. Up Next:
Yahoo
10-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Donut manufacturer addresses baked goods recall, says donuts are safe to eat
Food manufacturer and wholesaler FGF Brands has addressed its recent voluntary recall of dozens of baked goods for potential listeria contamination, reassuring consumers that its products are safe for consumption and that the recalled items are no longer on the market. FGF first initiated the voluntary Class II recall on Jan. 7, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration report. The recall, which impacted 2,017,614 cases total, included dozens of varieties of donuts -- including some sold at Dunkin' -- all of which were produced on or before Dec. 13, 2024, according to the FDA report. Full details of the recalled products can be found here. In a recent statement on its website, FGF said that the donut recall "was completed over a month ago (early January), and does not implicate anything that is currently, or was recently on the market." According to the company, the recall "applied only to donut products in the U.S." "All donuts are completely safe to eat," FGF stated. "The voluntary recall was a precautionary measure based on non product related findings at one of our donut facilities in the US. No donuts or food contact surfaces ever tested positive for listeria." The company said it issued the statement "to clarify recent media coverage regarding FGF's voluntary recall of donuts to ensure customers have not been misled or confused." "At FGF, food safety is our top priority," it said. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact FGF's customer service team at customercare@ FGF owns a number of brands and distributes its wholesale products to various retailers and foodservice customers. It operates facilities in both Canada and the U.S., according to its website. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that, when ingested, can cause an infection known as listeriosis, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Listeriosis can occur when the bacteria "spread beyond the gut to other parts of the body" after a person consumes contaminated food, the agency states. Symptoms of severe illness usually begin one to four weeks after eating contaminated food but can present as early as the same day, or as late as 70 days later, according to the CDC. The condition is most dangerous for pregnant people, newborns, people with weakened immune systems and adults 65 or older, according to the CDC. For people who are pregnant, being infected by listeria can cause pregnancy loss or premature birth, the CDC notes. According to the CDC, an estimated 1,600 people get listeriosis annually in the U.S. and about 260 people die from it. The best way to avoid listeria, according to the CDC, is to avoid contaminated foods when possible and other high-risk foods such as unpasteurized dairy products, soft cheeses, raw or undercooked meats, and ready-to-eat deli meats unless they are reheated until steaming hot. Donut manufacturer addresses baked goods recall, says donuts are safe to eat originally appeared on
Yahoo
10-02-2025
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FDA recalls over 2 million donuts from shelves for listeria
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for 60 baked products, including a variety of doughnuts, over concerns of potential listeria contamination. The recall, which impacts approximately 2 million baked goods, was issued for products manufactured by FGF Brands, a pastry wholesaler that distributes baked goods within the U.S. and Canada, according to the FDA report. The reason for the recall, meanwhile, is listed as 'potential for contamination with listeria monocytogenes." Recalled products include a variety of filled and flavored donuts, cinnamon sticks, French crullers, and fritters, some of which are also sold at Dunkin' and were produced before Dec. 13, 2024, according to the report. While the recall was initially issued on Jan. 7, it was upgraded to Class II on Wednesday. Class II is defined as 'a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote," according to the FDA's website. The FDA did not specify the next steps for consumers, and FGF Brands did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for comment. Customers can reach the company via telephone at 905-761-3333 or via email at info@ according to details mentioned on their website. A full list of products can be found on the FDA's website. Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium listeria monocytogenes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems, and pregnant women. The CDC estimates that the disease impacts 1,600 Americans each year, with approximately 260 people dying from those infections, making what they report as the third leading cause of death from foodborne illnesses. Symptoms include, per the CDC: Fever Muscle aches Headache Stiff neck Confusion Loss of balance Convulsions Diarrhea Other gastrointestinal symptoms Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery and/or life-threatening infection of newborn infants Death People in higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care. Contributing: Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Donut recall: FDA recalls over 2 million donuts for listeria
