Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread Recalled Nationwide for Undeclared Milk Allergen

Flowers Foods, Inc. has initiated a recall of its Nature’s Own Hawaiian Bread products after discovering an undeclared milk allergen. The affected products include 20-ounce single loaves and 40-ounce two-packs.

Customers with a milk allergy or severe milk sensitivity are advised not to consume the recalled bread, as it could lead to an allergic reaction. The recall was prompted by a review of production records that revealed milk was not listed as an ingredient on the product packaging.

The 20-ounce loaves, distributed in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, have "best if used by" dates ranging from October 8 to October 18 of the current year. Specific product codes for these loaves include 0188 262 20:06 through 0188 262 22:05; 0188 265 09:20 through 0188 265 10:30; 0188 267 04:50 through 0188 267 06:00; 0188 270 04:15 through 0188 270 06:05; and 0188 272 17:15 through 0188 272 19:25. The Universal Product Code (UPC) for these items is 0 72250 91662 2.

While specific product codes and "best if used by" dates were not provided for the 40-ounce two-packs, their UPC is 0 72250 00683 5. These larger packs were also distributed to customers in the same five states.

To date, no illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported in connection with this recall. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that consumers who have purchased the affected product should discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

This recall follows other recent food product recalls, including Gatorade for undeclared dyes and frozen berries due to potential E. coli contamination.