Undeclared walnuts prompt recall of coffee cake

Chicago-based Gold Standard Baking has voluntarily recalled Sweet P’s Bake Shop branded Caramel Apple Danish Coffee Cake after discovering that it contained walnuts, but was distributed in packaging that did not state their presence, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The recall affects 1,134 cases of the product, which were manufactured between Feb. 3 and March 6 and distributed to retailers nationwide. Recalled packages bear the UPC 011225113833, and lot codes 020313 and 030613.

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts and other tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

No injuries have been reported to date.

Consumers who have purchased Sweet P’s Bake Shop brand Caramel Apple Danish Coffee Cake are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (800) 648-7904.

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