Glass Found in Popular Aldi Dessert—7 States Affected
The crème brûlée sold at some Aldi stores may contain glass fragments, according to a recall warning.
www.newsweek.comHere's what’s known about the Aldi crème brûlée recall as of May 2026.
Direct answer
- Aldi has recalled Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée sold in seven states due to potential glass contamination. The recall was classified as a Class II recall by the FDA, indicating a risk of temporary or reversible health issues, not a high-severity risk. The best-before date on affected jars is May 9, 2026.
Key details
- Product: Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée, 3.6-ounce glass jar with a separate caramelized sugar topping.
- Affected dates/locations: Sold in seven states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New York, and Virginia. About 2,869 cases are affected.
- Action for consumers: Do not consume; return the product to Aldi for a refund or dispose of it. Check the packaging for the best-before date of 5/9/2026.
- Reason: Possible presence of glass fragments due to production issues reported by Lactalis Canada, the manufacturer, prompting the recall.
What to do if you bought it
- If you have the affected jar(s), stop using them and return them to Aldi for a full refund. If returning is not convenient, you may dispose of the product safely.
- If you’re unsure whether your batch is affected, check the best-before date (5/9/2026) and the packaging details on the jar.
Illustration
- Imagine a glass dessert jar with a glass lid and a separate caramel top—recall notices centered on the risk of glass fragments in a product already packaged in glass.
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