SkinnyDipped dark chocolate snack products are being recalled nationwide over fears they may contain undeclared peanuts — posing a potentially life-threatening risk to people with peanut allergies.
Bazzini, an Allentown, Pa.-based co-manufacturer used by SkinnyDipped, announced the voluntary recall Wednesday for certain lots of SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites.
The recall was issued “out of an abundance of caution” after a consumer allegedly discovered peanut butter-containing products inside wrappers labeled as Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Peanuts and peanut butter are not intended ingredients in the affected product, the FDA said.
People with peanut allergies “run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” according to the recall notice.
No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide through retailers, while some were also handed out as complimentary samples to consumers.
The recall affects several package sizes of SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites, including 4-count, 10-count, 6-count, 24-count, 32-count, 50-count and Easter-themed packages bearing various lot codes and best-by dates through December 2026.
The products can be identified by the lot code and best-by date printed on the exterior packaging and individual wrappers. The lot codes are available here.
Consumers who purchased the recalled products are being urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Questions and concerns can be directed to SkinnyDipped at 1-866-957-9907 or [email protected].
The FDA published the recall notice on Wednesday. The Post has sought comment from SkinnyDipped.
Peanut allergies are no joke, according to those who know someone who has experienced them first-hand.
“As a mom to a 4-year-old who has had eight anaphylactic reactions, including to undeclared allergens, accidental cross-contamination is incredibly scary,” Chicago-based public relations executive Jordan Hinke told The Post.
“For my son, symptoms like hives, lip swelling, sneezing and trouble breathing often begin instantly, but there have also been instances where symptoms didn’t present until hours later,” Hinke said.
“As a parent, I am constantly on alert as without the immediate use of an EpiPen once symptoms occur, these situations can be fatal.”
[Notigroup Newsroom in collaboration with other media outlets, with information from the following sources]
