Glass Found in Popular Aldi Dessert—7 States Affected
Summary
A crème brûlée dessert sold at Aldi stores in seven U.S. states has been recalled because it may contain glass fragments. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classed this as a Class II recall, meaning the product could cause temporary health problems but serious harm is unlikely.Key Facts
- The recalled product is "Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée" sold in small glass jars.
- About 2,869 cases were distributed in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New York, and Virginia.
- The recall was initiated by the manufacturer, Lactalis Canada, on April 14, 2026.
- The best-before date to check for is May 9, 2026, along with specific product and barcode numbers.
- Consumers are advised not to eat the dessert, to check packaging details, and to safely throw it away.
- Aldi has also had recent recalls for frozen pizzas and other products due to contamination concerns.
- Aldi plans to remove 44 ingredients from its private-label products by the end of 2027 to improve product safety and quality.
- Food recalls are common, but shoppers are encouraged to watch for alerts and check products regularly.
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