Oberlander Bakery Recalls Chocolate Kokosh Cake for Undeclared Almonds
Oberlander Baking Co. recalls 16 oz Gluten Free Chocolate Kokosh Cakes due to undeclared almonds, posing allergy risks in CA, FL, MD, IL, NJ, and NY.
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Oberlander Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Kokosh Cake chocolate filled cake may contain undeclared almond.
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What happened, in plain English
Oberlander Baking Co. is recalling Oberlander Bakery Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Kokosh Cake (Net Wt. 16 oz.) because the product may contain undeclared almonds. This is significant for anyone with an almond allergy, as consuming undeclared allergens can cause serious allergic reactions. The recall affects 187 cartons distributed in California, Florida, Maryland, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/21887-oberlander-bakery-recalls-chocolate-kokosh-cake-for-undeclared-almonds.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/21887-oberlander-bakery-recalls-chocolate-kokosh-cake-for-undeclared-almonds · Updated October 11, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-2221-2017
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“Oberlander Bakery Recalls Chocolate Kokosh Cake for Undeclared Almonds.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/21887-oberlander-bakery-recalls-chocolate-kokosh-cake-for-undeclared-almonds. Based on FDA recall #F-2221-2017 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-2221-2017%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The cake is labeled as gluten-free but may contain undeclared almonds. For individuals with tree nut allergies, ingesting even small amounts of undeclared almonds can trigger severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening.
Who’s affected
Consumers who purchased the recalled cake, particularly those with almond allergies or sensitivities. Individuals who bought the product at retailers in CA, FL, MD, IL, NJ, and NY are most likely affected.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for Oberlander Bakery Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Kokosh Cake in a 16 oz package. Look for the UPC code 43711 18093 7 on the packaging. The product was manufactured by Orthodox Baking Co. Inc. in Belleville, NJ, and had a last date of sale of April 30 (year not specified in record).
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Oberlander Bakery Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Kokosh Cake Net Wt. 16 oz. Manufactured by: Orthodox Baking Co. Inc- Category
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What to do — step by step
Stop consuming the cake
Do not eat the product if you have an almond allergy or suspect it may contain undeclared almonds.
Check your packaging
Verify if you have the recalled item by checking for the UPC 43711 18093 7 and the brand name Oberlander Bakery Gluten Free Brand.
Contact the manufacturer
The record does not specify a return or refund process; contact Oberlander Baking Co. for further instructions on disposal or reimbursement.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed in 6 states.
FDA distribution: “CA, FL , MD, IL, NJ and NY” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
States: California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 5 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class I
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #F-2221-2017 (April 5, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2221-2017 to see it in context.
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