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FDA Food recall · Reported May 26, 2021

Desserts On Us Original Pistachio Traditional Baklava: Net Wt. 4 oz., (113g) UPC: 7 59098 51005 2 Desserts On Us, 57 Belle Falor Court, Arcata, CA 95521 Ingredients: Pistachios, sugar, filo dough [wheat flour(enriched with niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid) water, wheat protein isolate, salt, corn oil (sodium propionate, potassium sorbate, added as preservatives), citric acid], butter (cream, salt) pistachios, honey, citric acid, cloves. Made in a facility tha

Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk.

Recall #
F-0493-2021
Affected scope
120 units
Initiated
May 4, 2021
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Desserts On Us, Inc. recalled Desserts On Us Original Pistachio Traditional Baklava: Net Wt. 4 oz., (113g) UPC: 7 590… - a moderate-severity action.

Desserts On Us Original Pistachio Traditional Baklava: Net Wt. 4 oz., (113g) UPC: 7 590… was recalled by Desserts On Us, Inc. in May 26, 2021. Reason: Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0493-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Desserts On Us, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk..

Moderate
severity level
120 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
May 26, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0493-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0493-2021) was formally reported on May 26, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 4, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Desserts On Us, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Arcata, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 120 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: CA, OR. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

120 units

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Desserts On Us Original Pistachio Traditional Baklava: Net Wt. 4 oz., (113g) UPC: 7 59098 51005 2 Desserts On Us, 57 Belle Falor Court, Arcata, CA 95521 Ingredients: Pistachios, sugar, filo dough [wheat flour(enriched with niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid) water, wheat protein isolate, salt, corn oil (sodium propionate, potassium sorbate, added as preservatives), citric acid], butter (cream, salt) pistachios, honey, citric acid, cloves. Made in a facility that processes other tree nuts.

Reason for recall

Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0493-2021
Date reported May 26, 2021
Date initiated May 4, 2021
Recalling firm Desserts On Us, Inc.
Firm location Arcata, CA
Affected scope 120 units
Distribution CA, OR

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

120 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Desserts On Us Original Pistachio Traditional Baklava: Net Wt. 4 oz., (113g) UPC: 7 59098 51005 2 Desserts On Us, 57 Belle Falor Court, Arcata, CA 95521 Ingredients: Pistachios, sugar, filo dough [wheat flour(enriched with niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid) water, wheat protein isolate, salt, corn oil (sodium propionate, potassium sorbate, added as preservatives), citric acid], butter (cream, salt) pistachios, honey, citric acid, cloves. Made in a facility that processes other tree nuts.. Recalled by Desserts On Us, Inc.. Units affected: 120 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Inspection by California Department of Public Health found that labeling did not properly declare milk.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 26, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0493-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: CA, OR.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0493-2021) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported May 26, 2021. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.