A popular assortment of chocolate bonbons has been recalled due to a potential health risk for consumers with a walnut allergy. According to a recent press release, French Broad Chocolates PBC, based in Asheville, North Carolina, is recalling multiple lots of its Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbon Collection because it may contain undeclared walnuts. This issue poses the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction for individuals who are allergic to walnuts.
The recall was initiated after a team member at French Broad Chocolates discovered a labeling error in the product’s tasting notes, which describe the ingredients and flavors of each bonbon. Specifically, the Walnut Fudge bonbon was incorrectly labeled as Peach Cobbler. Consumers who read the box’s guide could mistakenly consume a chocolate that contains tree nuts.
The affected chocolates, which are packaged in paper boxes, were distributed between April 14 and April 20, 2026. They were sold in French Broad Chocolates retail stores located in Asheville, North Carolina, and online at frenchbroadchocolates.com to customers in 41 states, including Alabama, California, Illinois, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.
The affected products include:
- The 6-piece collection of Bette’s Bake Sale, which has either the batch number 260414 with a best-by date of June 29, 2026, or the batch number 260417 with a best-by date of June 30, 2026.
- The 12-piece collection of the product, which has either the batch number 260414 with a best-by date of June 22, 2026, or the batch number 260417 with a best-by date of June 30, 2026.
- The 24-piece collection of the product, which has either the batch number 260414 with a best-by date of June 29, 2026, or the batch number 260417 with a best-by date of June 30, 2026.
Although no illnesses have been reported to date, consumers with a tree nut allergy are advised to discard the sweet treat immediately or contact the place of purchase for a full refund.
Tree nuts are one of the nine major food allergens in the U.S., alongside eggs, milk, soy, wheat, fish, crustacean shellfish, peanuts, and sesame. Allergic reactions to these foods can range from mild symptoms like hives and lip swelling to severe, life-threatening reactions known as anaphylaxis, which can involve respiratory problems and shock.
This chocolate recall is part of a broader trend of food safety issues affecting consumers. Earlier this week, Ferris Coffee & Nut Co. recalled a single lot of Frederik’s by Meijer Vanilla Bourbon Trail Mix due to the possibility of undeclared wheat and soy, posing an allergy risk for certain customers.
The recall was initiated after Ferris Coffee & Nut Co. discovered that wheat and soy-containing chocolate-covered pretzel balls were mistakenly placed in the trail mix bags instead of the listed bourbon-flavored caramels. The nine-ounce black bags of trail mix were distributed to Meijer stores in six states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Last month, Wawa recalled a select lot of its 16-ounce pint beverages, including Lemon Iced Tea, Diet Lemon Iced Tea, Diet Lemonade, and Fruit Punch. The impacted drinks, sold at Wawa stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia, may contain an undeclared milk allergen, posing an allergy risk for certain consumers.
These recalls highlight the importance of vigilance when it comes to food safety and the need for clear, accurate labeling. As consumers become more aware of the risks associated with food allergies, they are also becoming more proactive in seeking out information and making informed choices about the products they purchase.
