Dessert Recall for 39 States Over Allergic Reaction Risk

A brand of chocolate-filled waffle cones has been recalled since it contains undeclared allergens, according to an advisory from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday.
The “Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones,” produced by Colorado-based company Hammond’s Candies, were recalled early last month by the company as the product “may contain undeclared milk.”
The 4-ounce bags of the product were distributed via retail stores and online ordering across 39 states, including: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia and Wyoming, as well as Washington, D.C.
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“People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” the FDA explains in the recall notice.
The recalled products are the 4-ounce bags of Hammond’s “Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones,” with UPC -6 91355 90513 5 and a Hammond’s item number of FC23212. The products have recalled product codes of LN0525453 and LN0525453, and Use By dates of 03/20/2025 and 05/20/2025, respectively.
According to the FDA, there has been one report of an allergic reaction connected to the mislabeled items.
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“The recall was initiated after the firm received one consumer report of an allergic reaction experienced after consuming the product. As part of the firm’s ongoing investigation, the product was tested and found to contain more than trace amounts of milk proteins, which is not indicated on the packaging. The firm’s investigation into the cause is ongoing,” the FDA wrote on its website.
Newsweek has contacted Hammond’s Candies for comment.
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Milk allergy is an immune system reaction to proteins found in cow’s milk, primarily casein and whey. Unlike lactose intolerance, which is related to a deficiency of the enzyme lactase, a milk allergy involves the immune system mistakenly identifying milk proteins as harmful invaders. If a product contains undeclared milk and is consumed by someone with a milk allergy, it can lead to serious, potentially life-threatening consequences.
Mild to moderate reactions may include rashes, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or throat, and stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, while more severe reactions may involve wheezing or difficulty breathing, dizziness, fainting, or a drop in blood pressure, and anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment with epinephrine
The FDA advises customers who bought the recalled product to return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
“Consumers with questions may contact Devon DeVries at Hammond’s Candies at 1-888-226-3999 or at 303-333-5588 x 180 Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm MST,” the FDA added.
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