GENEVA, Ill. (December 23, 2025) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Silvestri Sweets, Inc. is expanding a voluntary recall of Choceur-branded Holiday Bark products due to undeclared pecan and wheat allergens, according to the agency. Regulators said the company distributed the affected items nationwide through Aldi grocery stores, posing serious health risks to consumers with food allergies.
According to the FDA, the expanded recall covers additional lot numbers and “best by” dates not included in the original announcement. The agency confirmed that it has not received any reports of illness, but warned consumers with allergies or sensitivities not to consume the products.
Silvestri Sweets recall: quick summary
Silvestri Sweets has expanded a voluntary recall involving two Choceur Holiday Bark varieties sold nationwide at Aldi. One product may contain undeclared pecans, while the other may contain undeclared wheat, both major allergens. The issue stems from a production and packaging error that led to product mix-ups. Although the FDA has not received any reports of illness, it urges affected consumers to discard the products and contact the company with questions.
Official recall details
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Recall date: December 22, 2025 (company announcement); published by FDA on December 23, 2025
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Announced by: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
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Company: Silvestri Sweets, Inc.
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Brand: Choceur
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Products: Cookie Butter Holiday Bark; Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark
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Issue: Undeclared pecans and undeclared wheat (allergens)
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Product details: 5 oz stand-up pouch bags; multiple lot numbers and “best by” dates through 2026
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Consumer action: Do not consume; discard the product and contact the company with questions
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Want to know more about what happened? Keep reading.
What happened?
The FDA said Silvestri Sweets, Inc. initiated the expanded recall after it discovered that the company packaged Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark in Cookie Butter Holiday Bark packaging, resulting in undeclared pecans. A subsequent investigation found that a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging process may have caused the error.
The recall applies to 5-ounce Choceur Holiday Bark products distributed nationwide through Aldi grocery stores. In its recall alert, the FDA warned that “people who have allergies to pecans or wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.” The agency added that no illnesses have been reported in connection with the issue.
Affected products
Brand | Product | Size | Best by date | Issue | Affected states |
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Choceur | Cookie Butter Holiday Bark | 5 oz | 05/2026–06/2026 | Undeclared pecans | Nationwide |
Choceur | Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark | 5 oz | 08/2026–09/2026 | Undeclared wheat | Nationwide |
What caused the issue?
According to the FDA notice, a packaging mix-up caused the mislabeling that triggered the recall, a common cause of allergen-related incidents. Consumers with pecan or wheat allergies are most at risk, as exposure can lead to symptoms ranging from hives and gastrointestinal distress to anaphylaxis. The agency confirmed that no illnesses have been reported as of this publication.
Questions you might have
The recall affects two Choceur Holiday Bark products: Cookie Butter Holiday Bark and Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark, both sold in 5-ounce bags.
The products may contain undeclared pecans or undeclared wheat due to a packaging mix-up during production.
The recall involves pecans (a tree nut allergen) and wheat, both of which can cause serious allergic reactions.
The affected Holiday Bark products were distributed nationwide through Aldi grocery stores.
People with pecan or wheat allergies could experience symptoms ranging from mild reactions to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported in connection with this recall so far.
Look for Choceur Holiday Bark in 5-ounce bags and check the lot numbers and “best by” dates listed in the recall notice.
Do not eat it. The FDA advises consumers to discard the product immediately.
Consumers should contact Silvestri Sweets directly for guidance on refunds or questions.
Silvestri Sweets can be reached at 1-630-232-2500 or by email at [email protected].
Here’s what you should do
- Do not consume the recalled Holiday Bark products.
- Discard the product safely or follow retailer guidance for disposal.
- Check the label for Choceur Holiday Bark and the listed lot numbers and “best by” dates.
- Contact Silvestri Sweets with questions or concerns at 1-630-232-2500 (M–F, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CST) or [email protected].
Behind the brand
Silvestri Sweets, Inc., based in Geneva, Illinois, produces seasonal confectionery products distributed through national retailers. The company’s recall notice states that it has ceased distribution of the affected product and is working closely with the FDA to address the issue.
Other relevant recalls
Allergen-related recalls continue to affect seasonal and specialty sweets. Recent Source86 coverage has included the Choceur recall of Cookie Butter Holiday Bark and Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark over undeclared pecan and wheat allergens, as well as Jeni’s recall of Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars due to undeclared wheat and soy, and Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc.’s recall of Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Bars over an undeclared wheat allergen. Together, these incidents highlight how labeling and packaging errors across different dessert categories (from chocolate bark to frozen novelties) can pose serious risks for consumers with food allergies.
Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, said that while the Silvestri Sweets recall highlights a single production lapse, it underscores a broader truth:
“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital it is to maintain transparency, rigorous checks, and supplier accountability.”
Ensuring safe eats
This recall adds to a broader pattern of allergen-related mislabeling incidents in packaged sweets, particularly during high-volume holiday production. Preventing these issues requires robust packaging controls, label verification, and supplier oversight. Consumers should discard the affected products and remain alert to recall notices.
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