Dunkin’ is recalling nearly 2 million baked goods, including various doughnuts and coffee rolls, due to potential Listeria contamination.
The recall was initiated by FGF Brands, a company that supplies baked products across North America. According to a report from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released Wednesday, the decision was made as a precaution after routine testing at one of their U.S. doughnut production facilities.
The affected products include chocolate, raspberry, and Bavarian cream doughnuts, as well as French crullers, éclairs, and coffee rolls. The FDA noted that these items were sold at Dunkin’ locations and were produced before December 13, 2024. However, the exact source of contamination has not been determined.
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The FDA classified the recall as Class II, meaning that while consuming the affected products could cause temporary or mild health issues, the risk of severe illness is low. There have been no confirmed cases of illness linked to these products so far.
FGF Brands emphasized that the recall was voluntary and taken out of an abundance of caution. In a statement, the company clarified that no actual doughnuts or food contact surfaces tested positive for Listeria. They also confirmed that the recall was completed in early January and does not affect any products currently available for purchase.
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Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that, while rare, can lead to serious infections. Symptoms typically include fever and headaches, but in high-risk individuals—such as pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems—the infection can be life-threatening.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Listeria is the third-leading cause of foodborne illness-related deaths in the U.S., with an estimated 1,600 cases and around 260 fatalities reported each year.
The most recent Listeria-related recall before this one occurred in December when Braga Fresh pulled certain pre-packaged broccoli florets from Walmart shelves due to contamination concerns.
