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Food recall · FDA · Published August 20, 2019

Whole Foods Market recalls Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in display case in retail stores

Whole Foods Market recalls Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in display cases due to undeclared egg content. Consumers should check if they purchased these cookies through August 20, 2:00 PM, 2019.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-2249-2019FoodWhole Foods Market ›
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Recalling firmWhole Foods Market550 Bowie St · Austin, TX 78703-4644
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What happened, in plain English

Whole Foods Market is recalling Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in retail display cases because they contain undeclared egg. This poses a risk for people with egg allergies who may experience allergic reactions if they consume the cookies. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/16724-whole-foods-market-decorated-red-apple-cookies-recall-undeclared-egg.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/16724-whole-foods-market-decorated-red-apple-cookies-recall-undeclared-egg · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-2249-2019

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“Whole Foods Market Decorated Red Apple Cookies Recall: Undeclared Egg Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/16724-whole-foods-market-decorated-red-apple-cookies-recall-undeclared-egg. Based on FDA recall #F-2249-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-2249-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The cookies contain egg without being labeled as such, which can cause allergic reactions in individuals with egg allergies. This is a food safety issue that affects consumers who are sensitive to egg proteins.

Who’s affected

People with egg allergies who consumed or plan to consume these cookies are at risk of allergic reactions. The recall applies to cookies sold in retail display cases through August 20, 2019.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in display cases at retail stores. These cookies were sold through August 20, 2019.

  • Brand
    Whole Foods Market
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for the presence of egg in the product label or packaging.

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Questions people ask

Are these cookies safe for people with egg allergies?

No, these cookies contain undeclared egg and may cause allergic reactions in people with egg allergies.

When were these cookies sold?

These cookies were sold in retail stores through August 20, 2019.

How can I check if I have the recalled cookies?

Check if you purchased Decorated Red Apple Cookies sold in display cases at retail stores through August 20, 2019.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Whole Foods Market to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-2249-2019 — Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market

Hello,

I own a Whole Foods Market that is covered by recall F-2249-2019 from Whole Foods Market.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-2249-2019 (August 20, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2249-2019 to see it in context.
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