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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Amber Raiken

Massive recall issued across US for chocolate with undisclosed allergy risk

  • French Broad Chocolates PBC, based in Asheville, North Carolina, has recalled multiple lots of its Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbon Collection due to undeclared walnuts, posing a serious allergy risk to affected consumers.
  • The recall was prompted by a labeling error where the Walnut Fudge bonbon was incorrectly identified as Peach Cobbler in the product’s tasting notes, potentially leading consumers with allergies to unknowingly consume walnuts.
  • The recalled chocolates were distributed between April 14 and April 20, 2026, and sold at French Broad Chocolates retail locations in Asheville, North Carolina, and through their online store to customers in 41 states.
  • Affected products include the Bette’s Bake Sale 6-piece, 12-piece, and 24-piece collections, with specific batch numbers and best-by dates ranging from June 22, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
  • Consumers with a tree nut allergy are advised to discard the recalled chocolates immediately or contact their place of purchase for a full refund, although no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.

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