by The affected products – Vegan Is Believin’, a plant-based white cheddar mac and cheese, and Here Comes Truffle, a creamy black truffle cheddar pasta – may contain ingredients not listed on their packaging, making them hazardous for consumers with allergies.
Details Behind the Recall
The recall addresses five lots of Vegan Is Believin’ that may contain milk, an allergen not declared on the label, and three lots of Here Comes Truffle which may contain cashews. These ingredients present a serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reaction risk.
“Consumers allergic to milk or cashews run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” stated the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in an official press release.
Gooder Foods, Inc. initiated the recall after receiving customer feedback reporting allergic reactions: six reactions linked to Here Comes Truffle and two linked to Vegan Is Believin’. The affected lots were produced between April 7 and April 15, 2025, and distributed nationally, including online sales, between April 29 and August 5, 2025.
Identifying the Recalled Products
Consumers can identify the recalled products by their UPC codes and packaging details:
- Vegan Is Believin’: UPC 850031990074, sold in a 5.25 oz package.
- Here Comes Truffle: UPC 850031990159, sold in a 6 oz package.
Specific lot codes and Best Buy Dates are also essential for identification and are available in the official recall notice. Consumers who own these products are advised to either dispose of them safely or return them for a full refund.
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Understanding the Risks of Undeclared Allergens
Milk is classified as one of the nine major food allergens in the U.S. which include wheat, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, soybeans, and sesame. Reactions to these allergens range from mild symptoms such as hives and lip swelling to severe, potentially fatal conditions such as anaphylaxis.
According to the FDA: “Severe allergic reactions may involve fatal respiratory problems and shock.”
Undeclared allergens have been increasingly triggering recalls. For example, in the same week, Costco recalled its Dubai-Style Chocolate due to a mislabel indicating gluten instead of wheat, which could trigger allergic reactions. Similarly, Taylor Fresh Foods recently recalled salad kits containing undeclared sesame and soy allergens due to labeling errors from their suppliers.
Ensuring Food Safety Moving Forward
These recalls highlight the importance of strict labeling and quality control to protect consumers with allergies. Food manufacturers are urged to improve ingredient transparency and thorough testing to prevent risks associated with undeclared allergens.
For more detailed information on the recall and affected products, visit the official FDA release and coverage on The Independent.
Your Safety Comes First
If you or someone you know has consumed the recalled mac and cheese and experiences symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek medical attention immediately. Always check ingredient labels carefully, especially when dealing with known allergens.
Key recall points:
- Recall affects Goodles Vegan Is Believin’ and Here Comes Truffle mac and cheese varieties.
- Contains undeclared milk and cashew allergens.
- Produced between April 7-15, 2025; distributed between April 29-August 5, 2025.
- Consumers should return or discard affected products.
- Milk and cashews can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
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