Some Jelly Belly Deluxe Easter Mix candies are being recalled because they were made with undeclared wheat, one of the major food allergens. The candies are labeled “Gluten Free” when they actually contain gluten. Distribution was nationwide.
Product details:
- Assortment of seasonal Peter Rabbit Deluxe Easter Mix “Gluten Free” candies
- 2.7 ounce bags
- UPC number 071567992794
- Lot codes of:
- 11111, with Best Before date of January 11, 2013
- 111215, with Best Before date of February 15, 2013
- Lot code 120120, with Best Before date of March 20, 2013
The Jelly Belly Candy Company of Fairfield, California is initiating the recall. The candy mix contains malted milk balls, which have gluten.
For questions or more information, contact Jelly Belly Customer Service at 1-800-323-9380 from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm PST Monday through Friday.
Linda Larsen has written 28 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
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