Junebar Recalls Snack Bars Over Undeclared Milk and Soy

ROCHESTER, NY (February 12, 2026) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of two snack bar flavors sold under the Junebar brand due to undeclared milk and soy, allergens that can cause serious reactions in sensitive individuals. According to the FDA, the recall affects Chocolate Cherry and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars distributed in New York State in January 2026.

Regulators said the products may contain milk and soy that are not listed on the label, posing a risk to people with allergies. The agency confirmed that one consumer has already reported an allergic reaction linked to the product.

Junebar recall: quick summary

Juniper Granola, LLC is recalling select batches of its Junebar snack bars after discovering undeclared milk and soy in two flavors. Juniper Granola, LLC identified the issue after receiving a customer complaint, which triggered an internal investigation and led the company to issue an immediate recall. Grocery retailers and the company’s website sold the affected bars in New York. The company advises consumers with milk or soy allergies not to eat the product and to return it for a full refund.

What happened?

The FDA said Juniper Granola, LLC initiated the recall after discovering that certain Junebars contained undeclared milk and soy due to a sourcing oversight. The company told regulators it became aware of the issue after one customer reported an allergic reaction to milk.

In its recall alert, the FDA warned that “people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.”

The company’s investigation found that production staff mistakenly used a box of non-vegan chocolate chips containing milk and soy. Juniper Granola, LLC normally makes Junebars with dairy-free and soy-free chocolate chips. The company announced the recall on February 11, 2026, in coordination with the FDA.

Grocery retailers and the company’s website distributed the affected bars throughout New York State.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Issue	Affected states
Junebar	Chocolate Cherry Snack Bar	Undeclared milk, soy	New York
Junebar	Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snack Bar	Undeclared milk, soy	New York

What caused the issue?

According to the FDA notice, mislabeling related to allergen cross-contact during sourcing triggered the recall. Milk and soy are among the most common food allergens and can cause symptoms ranging from hives and vomiting to anaphylaxis.

The agency confirmed that consumers have reported one allergic reaction and that no additional illnesses have been documented as of the recall date.

Groups most at risk include individuals with diagnosed milk or soy allergies, particularly children and those with a history of severe reactions.

Questions you might have

Here’s what you should do

• What to do with the product: Do not consume it. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it.
• Where to look on the label: Check the back of the pouch near the bottom for batch codes.
• How to identify affected products: Look for codes L1300, L1300A, L1300B, or L1301A.
• Brand contact: Consumers can call 315-226-3339 or email [email protected].

Behind the brand

Juniper Granola, LLC is a Rochester, New York–based company that produces snack bars marketed as vegan and allergen-conscious. The company’s recall notice states that it has “ceased distribution of the affected product” and is working closely with the FDA to prevent future errors.

Source86 reached out to Juniper Granola, LLC for comment on how the sourcing oversight occurred, but has not yet received a response.

Other relevant recalls

Recent allergen-related recalls have affected granola bars, cookies, and chocolate products sold nationwide, including actions by B.C. Williams Bakery Service, which recalled cake and bread mixes over undeclared milk; Karison, which pulled Panjiri, Pinni, and Laddoo products due to undeclared milk; and La Guadalupana, which recalled frozen tamales for the same allergen risk. Additional recalls include Ukrop’s decorated pound cakes over undeclared soy and White Castle Original Sliders over undeclared milk and soy. These incidents highlight the continued challenges food manufacturers face in preventing allergen mislabeling and cross-contact during production and packaging.

“For people with food allergies, even very small amounts of an allergen like milk or soy can trigger a serious immune response,” said Dr. Stefano Luccioli, medical officer and allergy specialist at the FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. “Undeclared allergens on labels pose a significant public health risk, so accurate labeling and robust controls throughout manufacturing are essential to protect consumers.”

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, said the Junebar recall highlights a broader industry issue:

“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital transparency and supplier accountability truly are.”

Ensuring safe eats

This recall reflects an ongoing pattern of allergen-labeling errors across the snack food sector. As demand grows for vegan and allergen-free products, companies must strengthen sourcing controls and labeling verification.

Consumers should check their pantries carefully and avoid eating the affected Junebars. At Source86, we help food brands manage ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, and private label production with transparency and precision so their supply chains can respond quickly when recalls occur. Contact us.