Recalls happen all the time, but some pose serious health risks that could be lurking in your pantry, fridge, or freezer. From contaminated meats and seafood to dangerous allergens in everyday staples, these recently recalled food items from 2025 could put you and your family at risk. Don’t take any chances! Check this list, see if you have any of these products in your home, and act now before it’s too late. Whether it’s a beloved breakfast item or a convenient frozen meal, your safety depends on staying informed and removing these recalled foods immediately.
1. Trader Joe’s Organic Acai Bowls
That Trader Joe’s Organic Acai Bowl in your freezer might contain more than just superfoods—it could have dangerous plastic pieces. On February 14, 2025, Trader Joe’s issued a nationwide recall of this popular breakfast item due to reports of small plastic fragments found in some packages.
If consumed, these sharp plastic pieces could cause choking, cuts, or internal injuries. Customers should check their freezers immediately and return the product to any Trader Joe’s location for a full refund. Do not risk eating it, as even a tiny plastic fragment could lead to serious health risks.
2. MadeGood Granola Bars
Your go-to healthy snack might come with an unexpected ingredient: metal fragments. MadeGood Granola Bars were recalled in February 2025 after reports of metal contamination surfaced. Over 2.4 million bars have been pulled from shelves to prevent potential mouth injuries or internal harm.
If you have these granola bars at home, check the batch codes against the recall list and dispose of affected products immediately. Refunds are available at major retailers. Even though no injuries have been reported yet, taking a bite of contaminated food could lead to serious medical issues—so don’t take the risk!
3. Tri-Union Seafoods Canned Tuna Products
Think twice before opening that can of tuna! Tri-Union Seafoods has issued an urgent recall of Genova®, Van Camp’s®, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s® canned tuna due to a botulism risk. The recall, issued on February 11, 2025, warns that some cans may have compromised seals, which could allow the growth of botulism toxin, a potentially fatal foodborne illness. Symptoms include difficulty breathing, paralysis, and muscle weakness. If you recently bought canned tuna, check the recall list immediately. Do not consume it—return it to the store for a full refund and ensure your safety.
4. Gerber® Soothe ‘N Chew® Teething Sticks
Something designed to help soothe babies should never be a choking hazard, but that’s exactly why Gerber’s Soothe ‘N Chew® Teething Sticks have been urgently recalled. Reports surfaced in February 2025 that some sticks could break apart unexpectedly, putting infants at risk of choking or airway blockage. Parents should immediately stop using these teething sticks and return them for a refund. When it comes to baby products, safety is non-negotiable. Always check recall lists to ensure your little one’s favorite items are still safe to use.
5. FGF Brands Baked Goods (Dunkin’ Products)
Love Dunkin’ doughnuts? You might want to double-check your pantry. FGF Brands has recalled millions of baked goods sold at Dunkin’ locations and other grocery retailers due to a Listeria contamination risk. The recall includes bars, cakes, doughnuts, and coffee rolls produced before December 13, 2024.
Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe infections, particularly in pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. If you have any packaged Dunkin’ pastries, return them for a refund or throw them away immediately. Listeria infections can be deadly, so don’t take the risk.
6. Pearl Milling Company Pancake & Waffle Mix
Your breakfast favorite might contain an unexpected allergen! On February 14, 2025, Pearl Milling Company (formerly Aunt Jemima) recalled thousands of boxes of its Pancake & Waffle Mix due to an undeclared milk allergen. For those with milk allergies or lactose intolerance, consuming this product could trigger severe allergic reactions including difficulty breathing, swelling, or anaphylaxis. If you have this mix in your pantry, check the recall list immediately. Customers can return the product for a full refund or safely discard it. Don’t take any chances with food allergens!
7. Wegmans Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets
What’s worse than biting into a nugget? Biting into a nugget filled with bones. On January 27, 2025, Wegmans recalled its Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets after reports surfaced of bone fragments found inside. This poses a serious choking hazard, especially for children.
Customers should check the UPC codes on their packages, as some affected nuggets were sold nationwide. If you purchased these, return them to Wegmans for a full refund. No injuries have been reported yet, but don’t take the chance—a small bone fragment can cause serious health risks.
8. Bestway Sandwiches Inc. Chicken and Cheese Taquitos
Imagine biting into a cheesy taquito—only to find metal inside. That’s why Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalled 24,870 pounds of Chicken and Cheese Taquitos in January 2025 due to metal contamination. This recall is particularly concerning because small metal fragments can cause internal injuries if swallowed. If you’ve purchased frozen taquitos, check your freezer and compare the lot numbers with the recall list. Customers can return or discard the affected products to ensure their safety.
9. Custom Food Solutions Drunken Chicken Product
A flavorful dish with a dangerous secret—that’s the problem with Custom Food Solutions’ Drunken Chicken, recalled on January 22, 2025 due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The packaging failed to disclose ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions, putting people with food allergies at risk. If you’ve purchased this frozen ready-to-eat chicken, check the recall list immediately and return it for a refund. Mislabeling in food products is a serious concern, as it can lead to life-threatening allergic reactions.
10. UP Products LLC Sausage Products
Your morning sausage might not be what it seems. UP Products, LLC issued a recall in January 2025 for 400 pounds of sausage due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. This means that ingredients not listed on the packaging could pose a serious health risk to those with food allergies. Accidentally consuming an unlisted allergen can lead to severe reactions, including anaphylaxis. If you have UP Products sausage in your fridge, check the recall notice immediately. Consumers should stop eating it, return it to the store for a full refund, and always check food labels before consuming.
11. Stockyards Packing Co. Ground Beef
That package of ground beef in your freezer could be dangerous. Stockyards Packing Co. issued a recall in January 2025 for its frozen raw ground beef after hard plastic and metal fragments were discovered in select lots. Even a tiny piece of plastic or metal can cause serious injuries, including choking, mouth injuries, or internal damage if swallowed. If you’ve recently purchased Stockyards ground beef, check the recall notice immediately. Do not consume it—instead, return it to the store for a full refund. Taking action now can help prevent a serious food-related injury.
12. Bettergoods Chicken Curry Empanadas
Your favorite savory empanadas may not be what they seem! Bettergoods Traditionally Crafted Chicken Curry Empanadas, sold at Walmart locations nationwide, were flagged in January 2025 due to misbranding and undeclared milk allergens. Some packages mistakenly contain Apple Cinnamon Empanadas, which include milk, a major allergen not listed on the label.
For individuals with milk allergies, consuming this product could trigger severe reactions, including swelling, breathing difficulties, or anaphylaxis. If you have these empanadas in your freezer, do not eat them! Check the recall notice, return them for a refund, or safely dispose of them immediately.
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