Publix Super Markets, Inc.

Recall #F-1162-2013 · Initiated 2012-11-15

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What happened

Publix Super Markets recalled Latte Blast cakes made by supplier Maplehurst Deli-Bake South Inc. because they may be contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. The contamination was discovered on November 15, 2012.

Who is at risk

People who are pregnant, very young, elderly, or have weakened immune systems are most at risk from Listeria contamination.

What to do

If you purchased a Publix Latte Blast cake (Scale ID 002-94162-00000), do not eat it. Return it to Publix for a refund or discard it. Contact your doctor if you have eaten the cake and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal illness.

Product

Publix Latte Blast cake Scale ID Number * 002-94162-00000 *The last five digits of the scale ID number contain the unit price. For example $4.99 would have the last five digits ending 00499.

Reason for recall

Maplehurst Deli-Bake South Inc. the cake supplier notified Publix Super market of a contamination with Listeria Monocytogenes on 11/15/2012.

Quantity affected

N/A

Distribution

Florida

Lot / code info

Recalled products were distributed from November 11, 2012 through November 15, 2012.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

E-Mail