Nationwide Alert: Major Bread Recall Expands to 2,500 Stores Over Potentially Deadly Contaminant

Bakery Recalls Bread Nationwide Due to Undeclared Hazelnuts
A major recall is underway after Lewis Bake Shop’s Artisan Style half-loaf bread was found to contain undeclared hazelnuts, posing a serious risk to those with nut allergies. Sold in 12 states at retailers like Walmart, Kroger, and Mariano’s, approximately 883 mislabeled loaves reached over 2,500 stores before the error was detected.

Affected Products
The recalled bread was distributed in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Arkansas, Missouri, Alabama, and Mississippi. Packages are 12-ounce clear plastic bags with a July 13, 2025, expiration date and UPC code 24126018152. Six lot codes are included:

• T10 174010206
• T10 174010306
• T10 174010406
• T10 174020206
• T10 174020306
• T10 174020406

[IMAGE: Bread packaging with visible hazelnuts and label details. Caption: Mislabeled loaves lack hazelnut warnings; check UPC and lot codes.]

Health Risks
Hazelnuts are a common allergen, triggering reactions from hives to life-threatening anaphylaxis. The FDA estimates 3 million Americans have tree nut allergies. Kroger warned the bread “may result in severe reactions” for those allergic. Hartford Bakery, the manufacturer, stated a packaging mix-up during production caused the error. Though labels included a generic “may contain tree nuts” warning, hazelnuts were not explicitly listed.

[IMAGE: Close-up of hazelnuts in bread. Caption: Visible hazelnuts prompted customer complaints; one reported digestive issues.]

Customer Reports and Recall Steps
One customer reported gastrointestinal problems, while others noticed hazelnuts in the bread. No severe injuries have been confirmed. Consumers should return the product for a full refund or contact Hartford Bakery at 1-812-425-4642. The FDA is monitoring the recall, and the company is revising protocols to prevent future errors.

Second Recall in 2025
This marks the second bread recall this year. In April, Upper Crust Bakery pulled multigrain sourdough loaves after glass fragments were found in a batch. The FDA classified it as a Class II risk, though no injuries were reported.

[IMAGE: FDA alert graphic. Caption: The FDA urges checking recalls for allergen or contamination risks.]

Stay Informed
Always verify labels for allergens and report issues to retailers or the FDA. For updates, visit the FDA’s recall portal or store websites.

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