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FDA Food recall · Reported March 22, 2023

Cafe' Intermezzo Key Lime Cheesecake 6.5 lbs Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Eggs, Sugar, Key Lime Mixture, Whipped Cream, Graham Cracker Crust (Graham Cracker Crumbs, Butter, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Cinnamon), Key Lime Glaze (All-Purpose Flour, Nelly's Key Lime Juice, Vanilla Extract, Heavy Cream). Contains: Milk, eggs, wheat and soy. May contain tree nuts and peanuts.

Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in contains statement and/or ingredient list.

Recall #
F-0597-2023
Affected scope
112 Cheesecakes
Initiated
January 30, 2023
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Epic Baking recalled Cafe' Intermezzo Key Lime Cheesecake 6.5 lbs Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Eggs, Sugar, Key … — a moderate-severity action.

Cafe' Intermezzo Key Lime Cheesecake 6.5 lbs Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Eggs, Sugar, Key … was recalled by Epic Baking in March 22, 2023. Reason: Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in c…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0597-2023 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Epic Baking issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in c….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
March 22, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0597-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0597-2023) was formally reported on March 22, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 30, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Epic Baking is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Norcross, GA. Federal records list the affected scope as 112 Cheesecakes.

The documented reason for this recall is: Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in contains statement and/or ingredient list. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was shipped to the following states GA & TN. 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, 6 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.

Food recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 25,414 food recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

112 Cheesecakes

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Cafe' Intermezzo Key Lime Cheesecake 6.5 lbs Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Eggs, Sugar, Key Lime Mixture, Whipped Cream, Graham Cracker Crust (Graham Cracker Crumbs, Butter, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Cinnamon), Key Lime Glaze (All-Purpose Flour, Nelly's Key Lime Juice, Vanilla Extract, Heavy Cream). Contains: Milk, eggs, wheat and soy. May contain tree nuts and peanuts.

Reason for recall

Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in contains statement and/or ingredient list.

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-0597-2023
Date reported March 22, 2023
Date initiated January 30, 2023
Recalling firm Epic Baking
Firm location Norcross, GA
Affected scope 112 Cheesecakes
Distribution Product was shipped to the following states GA & TN

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

What to do with this recall

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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?
Cafe' Intermezzo Key Lime Cheesecake 6.5 lbs Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Eggs, Sugar, Key Lime Mixture, Whipped Cream, Graham Cracker Crust (Graham Cracker Crumbs, Butter, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Cinnamon), Key Lime Glaze (All-Purpose Flour, Nelly's Key Lime Juice, Vanilla Extract, Heavy Cream). Contains: Milk, eggs, wheat and soy. May contain tree nuts and peanuts.. Recalled by Epic Baking. Units affected: 112 Cheesecakes.
Why was this product recalled?
Firm did not list sub-ingredients. Undeclared Yellow 5 and Blue 1. Remaining major allergens were listed in contains statement and/or ingredient list.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 22, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0597-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was shipped to the following states GA & TN.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0597-2023) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported March 22, 2023.

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