Recall: Happy Apple Caramel Apples with Listeria Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Happy Apple Inc is recalling caramel apples with colored sprinkles that were sold between August 25 and November 23, 2014. This recall is due to a Listeria outbreak linked to these products, which can cause serious illness.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes bacteria can cause severe foodborne illness, especially in vulnerable populations like pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems. The outbreak linked to these caramel apples has been identified by CDC epidemiologists.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Happy Apple Caramel Apples with sprinkles between August 25 and November 23, 2014. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Happy Apple Caramel Apples with sprinkles labeled with 'Happy Apples Wacky' (3.75 oz) or 'Happy Apples Spooky Sprinkles' (3.75 oz) or 'Kroger with Sprinkles' (3 apples or 1 apple) with a Best By Date between August 25 and November 23, 2014.

Brand
Happy Apple Inc
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Labels
Look for the product names and Best By Date range specified in the recall notice.
Discard or Return Product
If you have the recalled product, discard it immediately or contact the retailer for a refund.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to these caramel apples.

What specific products are affected?

Happy Apple Caramel Apples with sprinkles sold between August 25 and November 23, 2014, including 'Happy Apples Wacky', 'Happy Apples Spooky Sprinkles', and 'Kroger with Sprinkles' configurations.

How can I get a refund if I bought this product?

Contact the retailer where you purchased the product for a refund or replacement.

Take action

Contact Happy Apple Inc

We’ve drafted a message you can send Happy Apple Inc to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall F-1218-2015 — Happy Apple Inc Happy Apple Inc

Hello,

I own a Happy Apple Inc that is covered by recall F-1218-2015 from Happy Apple Inc.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-1218-2015 (December 19, 2014) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1218-2015 to see it in context.
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Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc recalls Caramel Apple packaged topped with colored sprinkles packaged in the following configurations with Best By Date range -

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