Gooder Foods Recalls Goodles Vegan and Truffle Cheddar Products Over Undeclared Milk and Cashews

Gooder Foods recall: quick summary

Gooder Foods has issued an allergy alert, recalling select Goodles pasta lots due to undeclared milk and cashews. The affected products include Vegan is Believin’ – Plant-Based White Cheddar with Spirals and Here Comes Truffle – Creamy Truffle Cheddar & Shells. These products pose a risk of severe allergic reactions for consumers sensitive to milk or cashews.

The recalled lots were distributed nationally to wholesale, retail, and online outlets between April 29 and August 5, 2025. So far, there have been eight reported allergic reactions connected to these products, six involving the Truffle flavor and two involving the Vegan option. Consumers are advised to stop consuming the products immediately, return them for a refund, and contact a healthcare provider if exposed.

What happened?

Gooder Foods, the Santa Cruz-based pasta powerhouse, discovered through consumer feedback that select lots of their popular Goodles products may contain allergens not listed on the label. On September 10, 2025, the company issued a recall for Vegan is Believin’ (milk) and Here Comes Truffle (cashews). The affected products were produced between April 7 and 15, 2025, and distributed nationally to wholesale, retail, and online channels. Packaging contains UPC codes and lot numbers for easy identification.

Affected products

Brand	Product Name	Size	UPC	Lot Code	Best By Date	Issue	Affected Zones
Goodles	Vegan is Believin’ – Plant Based White Cheddar with Spirals	5.25 oz	850031990074	09725N 09825N 09925N 10025N 10125N	Jul 7–11, 2026	Undeclared milk	National
Goodles	Here Comes Truffle – Creamy Truffle Cheddar & Shells	6 oz	850031990159	10125 N 10425 N 10525 N	Jul 11–15, 2026	Undeclared cashew	National

What caused the issue?

• Type of issue: Undeclared allergens (milk and cashew)
• Health risks: Can trigger severe, life-threatening allergic reactions
• Groups affected: Anyone with milk or cashew allergies
• Symptoms: Hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis
• Confirmed victims: Eight allergic reactions reported (six Truffle, two Vegan)

Questions you might have

1. Can I eat it if I’m not allergic?
   It’s safe if you’re not allergic, but double-check labels.
2. Where can I find the lot number?
   On the outside of the package, near the UPC.
3. Can I return it?
   Yes, to the store where it was purchased.
4. Who should I call?
   Consumer support: 1-888-610-2341
5. What if I already ate it?
   Monitor symptoms, seek medical care if an allergic reaction occurs.
6. Is the recall nationwide?
   Yes, distributed nationally.
7. Does this affect online orders?
   Yes, all affected online orders are included.
8. Are all flavors affected?
   Only Vegan is Believin’ & Here Comes Truffle.
9. How did they find out?
   Through consumer feedback.
10. Is it FDA-approved?
    The recall is conducted in coordination with the FDA.

Here’s what you should do

• Stop consuming immediately
• Check your package for the lot number and UPC
• Return product to retailer for a refund
• Contact Gooder Foods consumer support: 1-888-610-2341, [email protected]

Behind the brand

Gooder Foods, Inc., based in Santa Cruz, CA, specializes in plant-based and gourmet pasta products under the Goodles brand. They are committed to flavor innovation, but clearly, even the tastiest spirals can get a little nutty.

Other relevant recalls

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• Jalux recalls L’espoir cookies over undeclared tree nuts and milk
• Wegmans’ recall on chocolate nonpareils over undeclared milk allergen
• Lipari Foods recalls JLM dark chocolate nonpareils over undeclared milk risk
• Sabores Bakery recalls products over undeclared milk and multiple allergens
• SE Grocers recalls dark chocolate nonpareils over undeclared milk risk

“Food safety is not negotiable. Staying ahead of recalls, understanding the supply chain, and protecting consumers is essential for any brand,” says Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86.

Ensuring safe eats

Recalls like these highlight the critical importance of labeling accuracy and allergen awareness in the food industry. Companies must double-check ingredients, communicate clearly, and act fast to protect consumers.

Remember: do not consume the recalled products and return them promptly. Source86 provides bulk ingredients, private label services, and supply chain solutions to help brands maintain the highest safety standards.

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