Thousands of Ice Cream Tubs Recalled Over Dangerous Allergen Risk

A popular ice cream brand is being recalled across multiple states due to a labeling mistake that could expose consumers to a potentially life-threatening allergen.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 6,668 cases of Breyers ice cream are being pulled from store freezers because they may contain pecans, a tree nut that can trigger severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reactions in some individuals.

What Caused the Ice Cream Recall?

The FDA announced the recall on June 10.

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According to the agency’s website, the issue stems from Rocky Road ice cream being packaged in Breyers Chocolate Truffle tubs. The containers are mismatched, with the tub saying “may contain tree nuts,” while the lid correctly lists almonds as an ingredient.

How to Identify the Affected Tubs

If you have 1.5-quart tubs of Breyers ice cream in your freezer, double-check the label and lid to make sure the product is actually what it claims to be.

The mislabeled ice cream was shipped to distribution centers and retail locations across the United States.

The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, 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."

What to Do if You Have the Recalled Ice Cream

If you have any of the affected products, you’re advised to discard them or return them to the place of purchase.