Hy-Vee Stores Inc

Recall #F-0827-2019 · Initiated 2019-01-04

Plain-language summary

by FoodRecallsDB.info

What happened

Hy-Vee brand S'mores-flavored Bettercreme cheesecakes have been recalled because one ingredient tested positive for Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recall affects both the 7-ounce and 29-ounce sizes sold in clear plastic containers.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed or has these products is at risk, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are more likely to experience serious illness.

What to do

Check your freezer for these products if you shop at Hy-Vee stores in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota, or Wisconsin. Do not eat them—throw them away or return them to the store for a refund. Contact Hy-Vee or the FDA if you have questions.

Product

HyVee brand Smores-flavored Bettercreme cheese cakes packaged in the following ways: 1) Smores Bettercreme Cheesecake, Net Wt. 7 OZ, HyVee West Des Moines, IA UPC 02 82333 XXXXX packaged in clear plastic containers; 2) Smores Bettercreme Cheesecake, Net Wt. 29 OZ, HyVee West Des Moines, IA 02 82334 XXXXX, packaged in clear plastic containers

Reason for recall

Product contained an ingredient that tested positive for Salmonella.

Quantity affected

2,608 32 oz and other similar sizes; 4,367 8 oz and other similar sizes

Distribution

Distributed to consumers in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Lot / code info

Expiration date range between December 6, 2018 and January 11, 2019

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release