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Flowers Foods recalls Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes over undeclared peanuts

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May 25, 2023

Flowers Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Kakes due to undeclared peanuts, according to a press release. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The product being recalled was distributed on May 11 to retail customers in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and West Virginia and has an "Enjoy By" date of June 5, 2023, on the side of the package, and UPC 0 25600 00225 4.

The recall was initiated after the firm discovered that certain packages contained Tastykake Peanut Butter Kandy Kakes. The ingredient statement for the Chocolate Kandy Kakes does not declare that peanuts are in the product.

No related illnesses or incidents have been reported to date.

People allergic to peanuts should not consume this product if the "Enjoy By" date, UPC and/or product code below are printed on the package.

Affected products should be discarded or may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call Flowers' consumer relations center at 1-866-245-8921.