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High RiskReported May 13, 2026

french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass…

Recalled by French Broad Chocolate Factory

Food recall

French Broad Chocolate Factory

Class I — most serious

There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

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French Broad Chocolate Factory has recalled french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass…, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on May 13, 2026 and was initiated on April 23, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass…, with approximately 34/2.5oz boxes, 400/5oz boxes, 53/10oz boxes affected. The company behind the recall is French Broad Chocolate Factory, based in Asheville, NC. The FDA describes the product as: “french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon assortment). 6-piece NET WT. 2.5 OZ (70.75G); 12-piece NET WT. 5 OZ (141.75G); and 24-piece NET WT. 10 OZ (283.5G), French Broad Chocolate Crafted in Asheville, NC 28801, USA”

Why was french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass… recalled?

According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Undeclared nut allergen (walnut) due to mislabeling. The product's printed tasting guide incorrectly identifies the Walnut Fudge and Peach Cobbler flavor chocolates (bonbons). Consumers relying on the printed materials could mistakenly consume a nut-containing bonbon.” In plain terms, this recall relates to an undeclared ingredient or allergen.

An undeclared ingredient means a food contains something — often a major allergen such as milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts — that is not listed on the label. For most people this is not dangerous, but for someone with a food allergy or sensitivity it can trigger a serious reaction. Accurate labeling is required so that people can avoid ingredients they need to stay away from.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass…, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (6-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 29 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026 12-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 22 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.

The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact French Broad Chocolate Factory or your local health authority.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in NC. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.

Who this recall affects

This recall matters most to anyone with a food allergy or sensitivity to the ingredient that wasn't listed on the label. For everyone else this product is generally safe to eat — the danger is specific to people avoiding that ingredient, who had no way to know it was there.

Distribution listed in the notice: Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA,.

What undeclared ingredient or allergen actually means

An undeclared ingredient means a food contains something — often a major allergen such as milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts — that is not listed on the label. For most people this is not dangerous, but for someone with a food allergy or sensitivity it can trigger a serious reaction. Accurate labeling is required so that people can avoid ingredients they need to stay away from.

In this case, the concern applies specifically to french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass… from French Broad Chocolate Factory — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.

How to check whether you have it

On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.

Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: 6-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 29 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026 12-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 22 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026 24-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 29 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026

What to do if you already bought it

Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.

Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.

If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact French Broad Chocolate Factory or your local health department.

Full recall details

Status
Ongoing
Date reported
May 13, 2026
Recall started
April 23, 2026
Distributed in
NC
What was recalled
french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon assortment). 6-piece NET WT. 2.5 OZ (70.75G); 12-piece NET WT. 5 OZ (141.75G); and 24-piece NET WT. 10 OZ (283.5G), French Broad Chocolate Crafted in Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Why it was recalled (as stated by the FDA)
Undeclared nut allergen (walnut) due to mislabeling. The product's printed tasting guide incorrectly identifies the Walnut Fudge and Peach Cobbler flavor chocolates (bonbons). Consumers relying on the printed materials could mistakenly consume a nut-containing bonbon.
How to identify the affected product
6-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 29 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026 12-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 22 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026 24-piece: Batch 260414 Best By Jun. 29 2026 & Batch 260417 Best By Jun. 30 2026
Amount recalled
34/2.5oz boxes, 400/5oz boxes, 53/10oz boxes

What you can do

Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

Quick answers

Why was french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass… recalled?+

According to the FDA: Undeclared nut allergen (walnut) due to mislabeling.

How serious is this recall?+

Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

What should I do if I have french broad CHOCOLATE bette's bake sale (a multi-flavor bonbon ass…?+

Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

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View the official FDA record

Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.

Recall number: H-0712-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on August 20, 2026.