Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported April 19, 2017
Peppermint Caramel Truffles are dark chocolate truffle with peppermint and caramel, 3.9 oz (110g), individually wrapped in clear cellophane and then wrapped in a paper box. The label declared "***Peppermint Caramel Truffles***60% dark chocolate, 72% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, salt, vanilla bean***".
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared).
Dolcetta Artisan Sweets recalled Peppermint Caramel Truffles are dark chocolate truffle with peppermint and caramel, 3.9 o… - a moderate-severity action.
Peppermint Caramel Truffles are dark chocolate truffle with peppermint and caramel, 3.9 o… was recalled by Dolcetta Artisan Sweets in April 19, 2017. Reason: undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared).. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1942-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Dolcetta Artisan Sweets issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared)..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- April 19, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1942-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1942-2017) was formally reported on April 19, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 6, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Dolcetta Artisan Sweets is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Seattle, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as 100 boxes.
The documented reason for this recall is: undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared). Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: distributed in OR and WA. 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.
Cosmetics & Personal Care recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 1,360 cosmetics & personal care recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
100 boxes
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Peppermint Caramel Truffles are dark chocolate truffle with peppermint and caramel, 3.9 oz (110g), individually wrapped in clear cellophane and then wrapped in a paper box. The label declared "***Peppermint Caramel Truffles***60% dark chocolate, 72% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, salt, vanilla bean***".
Reason for recall
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared).
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1942-2017 |
| Date reported | April 19, 2017 |
| Date initiated | March 6, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Dolcetta Artisan Sweets |
| Firm location | Seattle, WA |
| Affected scope | 100 boxes |
| Distribution | distributed in OR and WA |
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
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Peppermint Caramel Truffles are dark chocolate truffle with peppermint and caramel, 3.9 oz (110g), individually wrapped in clear cellophane and then wrapped in a paper box. The label declared "***Peppermint Caramel Truffles***60% dark chocolate, 72% dark chocolate, cane sugar, cream, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, salt, vanilla bean***".. Recalled by Dolcetta Artisan Sweets. Units affected: 100 boxes.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
undeclared soy lecithin and milk (cream was declared).
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1942-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: distributed in OR and WA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1942-2017) 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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