Recall Issued for Popular Aldi Dessert Over Potential Glass Contamination
Shoppers looking for an easy treat to keep in the fridge may want to take a closer look at the label before digging in. A dessert sold at Aldi stores in several states has been pulled from shelves after a safety concern was raised. Federal officials say the issue involves a possible foreign material in the product.
The recall affects over 2,800 cases of the product distributed to stores in seven states earlier this year. Customers who recently bought a chilled dessert in a small glass jar should double-check the details to see if their purchase is included.
What Product Is Affected
The recall involves Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée, a 3.6-ounce dessert sold exclusively at Aldi. The creamy custard comes packaged in a glass jar and includes a separate caramelized sugar topping. According to the official enforcement report, about 2,869 cases are affected.
The product has a "best before" date of May 9, 2026 and was sold in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New York and Virginia.
Officials say the recall is due to the possibility that the product may contain foreign objects, specifically glass. Because the dessert itself is packaged in glass, there is concern that fragments could have made their way into the food.
The recall has been classified as a Class II recall as of May 7. That means using or consuming the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, though the risk of serious injury is considered low. At this time, there have been no public reports of injuries linked to the issue.
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What Shoppers Should Do
If you have the Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée in your refrigerator, check the date and barcode on the packaging. If it matches the recalled information, do not eat it. Even a small piece of glass could cause injury to the mouth, throat or digestive tract.
Customers are advised to dispose of the product or return it to their local Aldi store for guidance. If you believe you were injured after eating the dessert, contact a healthcare provider right away.
Food recalls like this are issued out of caution to protect shoppers. While the chance of serious harm is considered remote, officials urge customers to take the notice seriously and avoid consuming the affected dessert.
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This story was originally published May 7, 2026 at 1:25 PM.