Emergency Recall: 20,000 Bread Packages Pulled From Shelves In 2 States
Yesterday morning, I was about to make my kids’ favorite peanut butter sandwiches when I noticed a news alert on my phone.
A major bread manufacturer had just announced an emergency recall affecting 20,000 packages across two states.
The company discovered an undeclared allergen that could pose serious health risks to certain consumers.
This urgent situation has left many families checking their pantries and wondering what to do next.
1. Bread Recall Issued After Allergen Labeling Mistake
The issue was discovered when it came to light that the ingredient list on the affected bread products listed only “flour” without clearly identifying wheat — a legally recognized major allergen — as required under U.S. food labeling laws.
This labeling oversight prompted an investigation and led to an official Class II recall, which the FDA defines as a situation where the use of or exposure to a product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, but is unlikely to cause serious or life-threatening harm.
2. Which Products Were Affected
The recall affects five specific items under the Madeline’s Pâtisserie label, including chocolate croissants, raspberry croissants, and butter croissant buns in various weights and sizes. These pastries were produced between March 10 and May 7, 2025, and were packaged in food-safe polypropylene bags, then placed in bulk food service cases.
Each item is marked with a unique SKU and UPC code, as well as a lot code, all of which are listed on the FDA’s official recall alert. Consumers and businesses are urged to cross-check any products they may have in stock using these identifiers. In total, 774 cases—amounting to over 18,000 individual units—are included in the recall.
3. Michigan And Ohio Residents Most Affected
The recall has been geographically limited to Michigan and Ohio, where the affected products were distributed across approximately 2,300 retail stores. In Michigan alone, more than 1,400 locations received the recalled items, including major metro areas such as Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. Meanwhile, Ohio saw shipments to over 800 stores, with Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati among the most impacted cities.
The problem was traced back to a production facility in Sylvania, Ohio, which processed the problematic batches during the spring. Once flagged by internal tracking systems, the manufacturer moved quickly to halt further shipments and begin product removal, helping prevent the issue from spreading beyond state lines.
4. What You Should Do If You Bought This Bread?
If you recently bought croissants from Madeline’s Patisserie, check if the product matches any of the following: the 2.5 oz or 3.5 oz Chocolate Croissant, the 2.5 oz or 3.5 oz Raspberry Croissant, or the 4.25-inch Butter Croissant Bun. These were sold in foodservice cases and packaged under various lot numbers listed by the FDA.
According to the FDA, the recall was initiated by the manufacturer, Element 112, in mid-May, though it wasn’t officially classified until late June. The company is urging businesses and customers to immediately remove any affected items from shelves or storage. If you have one of the recalled products, you can contact Element 112 to arrange a replacement with corrected labeling or inquire about refund options.