- Date Issued: March 27, 2025
- Company: Craftmark Bakery, LLC (Indianapolis, IN)
- Product Affected: Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dough, Oatmeal Cranberry Raisin Cookie Dough, and US Foods Premium Monster Cookies
- Issue: Possible plastic contamination (foreign material)
- Product Details: Distributed in CA, IL, MD, and Canada — sold frozen or ready-to-eat
- Action: Stop consuming, distributing, or selling these items immediately
Stick around to know more!
What happened?
Craftmark Bakery, LLC has recalled a total of 6,589 cases of cookie dough and ready-to-eat cookies after discovering potential contamination with plastic fragments. The recall was triggered on March 27, 2025, after internal quality assurance checks raised a red flag and is ongoing.
While there haven’t been any confirmed injuries or “bite and chew” horror stories, the FDA has classified the recall as Class II — meaning the product could cause temporary or reversible health problems, but nothing life-threatening.
Affected product details:
Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Best By Date / Code | Issue |
Craftmark | Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dough | 8.67 kg (19.12 lb) | N/A | 5B056 | Plastic contamination |
Craftmark | Oatmeal Cranberry Raisin Cookie Dough | 27.00 lb | N/A | 5A057 | Plastic contamination |
US Foods | Premium Monster Cookie | 3 oz (52/case) | 7 67367 10341 5 / 10767367103412 | 5D057, 5D058, 5D059 | Plastic contamination |
What caused the issue?
During internal quality checks, Craftmark Bakery discovered fragments of plastic in certain batches of cookie dough and ready-to-eat cookies. The likely culprit? Equipment damage or packaging material that broke off during production—a common risk in high-volume food manufacturing.
Even though this is a Class II recall, meaning the health risk is relatively low, foreign objects can still cause:
- Choking or oral injury
- Digestive discomfort or internal blockages
- Dental damage
At-risk groups: - Young children – more likely to choke or miss warning signs
- Older adults – especially those with dental or swallowing concerns
- People with digestive disorders – like IBS, Crohn’s, or diverticulitis
- Pregnant individuals – added caution due to general vulnerability
- Anyone with disabilities, who may have trouble detecting or reporting a contaminant
No injuries have been reported so far, but the situation underscores the importance of rigorous quality control, especially in ready-to-eat products.
Questions you might have
1. Is it safe to eat any of these cookies if they “look fine”?
No. Even if the cookie looks innocent, there may be invisible fragments inside.
2. What kind of plastic is in the cookies?
The recall notice doesn’t specify, but it’s typically hard plastic, possibly from equipment parts or packaging material.
3. How can I tell if I bought the recalled product?
Check the product label, UPC code, and best-by date. Refer to the table above or visit the FDA recall notice for details.
4. I already ate one—should I be worried?
If you feel fine, there’s likely no issue. But if you experience pain, discomfort, or digestive symptoms, contact your doctor just to be safe.
5. Are there any reported injuries?
No injuries have been reported so far. But that doesn’t mean the risk isn’t there—hence the recall.
6. Can I return the product for a refund?
Most likely, yes. Check with the retailer where you purchased it, or contact Craftmark Bakery for more info.
7. Why didn’t they catch this before shipping the cookies?
It happens—manufacturing equipment can break or fail unexpectedly. This recall shows why ongoing QA checks are essential.
8. Is this the first time Craftmark has issued a recall?
Craftmark hasn’t had frequent recalls, but the food industry as a whole has seen a rise in foreign material recalls, including other brands recently pulling granola, pizza, and even chicken nuggets.
9. What if I run a restaurant and use this product?
Stop serving it immediately. Alert your team, check batch codes, and contact your distributor for next steps.
10. Where can I report a bad reaction or issue?
The FDA’s MedWatch system is the place to go: FDA MedWatch.
Here’s what you should do
Caught a recalled cookie case in your freezer? Don’t panic — but do take action:
- Do not eat it
- Check the code/date: Found on the label or outer carton
- Contact Craftmark Bakery for instructions: Call 1 (800) 605-0036
- Inform your supplier/distributor if you’re a business
- Report any issues to the FDA’s MedWatch program: FDA Safety Reporting
Behind the brand
Craftmark Bakery, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a large-scale manufacturer known for frozen bakery products, including cookies and doughs for foodservice and private label clients.
This isn’t the first time plastic has photobombed the food recall headlines. These past months, other foreign material-related recalls included Reyes Coca Cola Bottling’s recall due to plastic contamination and The Karma Sauce Company’s recall on 50,000 Hot Ones bottles fot the same reason. This event underscores the growing importance of rigorous manufacturing and QA practices across the baking and foodservice space.
“Foreign material contamination is one of the clearest reminders that food safety isn’t just about meeting standards—it’s about protecting people. Whether it’s a plastic shard or a piece of metal, even the smallest oversight can damage consumer trust and compromise product integrity. In today’s fast-paced production lines, brands must double down on equipment maintenance, visual inspections, and quality checkpoints to ensure every bite is as safe as it is satisfying.” Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86.
Ensuring safe eats
Recalls like this are a wake-up call for everyone in the supply chain. From manufacturers to importers, maintaining quality control is key to avoiding disruptions, safeguarding brand trust, and keeping products safe.
So what can we all take from this?
- Recalls affect not just retail shelves, but wholesale and foodservice supply chains
- Preventing contamination starts with equipment checks, batch tracking, and routine audits
- Having a recall plan — and a trusted supplier — is essential
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