A beloved British dessert has been pulled from shelves after a brand failed to declare a major allergen on the packaging, creating a health risk for consumers.
Dunnes Stores has issued an urgent recall for Luxury Apple Pies sold in Northern Ireland after discovering some packs may contain almonds not declared on the label.
The Food Standards Agency has warned customers with nut allergies against consuming the affected products, which could trigger potentially fatal reactions.
The contamination occurred when some packs of Luxury Apple Pie were mistakenly filled with Luxury Pear and Almond Pie. The recall specifically affects products bearing a best-before date of June 16.
The contamination occurred when some packs of Luxury Apple Pie were mistakenly filled with Luxury Pear and Almond Pie
Food Standards Agency
Customers who have purchased the affected pies are being advised to return them immediately to their point of purchase for a full refund.
The FSA notice warned: "If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to nuts (almonds), do not eat it. Instead, return it to where it was purchased for a refund."
The mislabelling poses a serious health risk as almonds are among the most common tree nut allergy triggers.
Allergic reactions can range from mild symptoms such as skin rashes, mouth tingling, and facial swelling to severe gastrointestinal distress.
But, in the most serious cases, exposure to undeclared almonds could result in anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic reaction requiring immediate medical intervention.
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Tree nut allergies affect approximately one in 50 children and one in 200 adults across the UK.
Although most nut allergies develop during early childhood, adults can develop sensitivities to tree nuts even after consuming them without incident for years.
The FSA confirmed that Dunnes Stores has already contacted relevant allergy support organisations to ensure their members are aware of the recall.
Meanwhile, sweet-toothed consumers have also recently faced an urgent health warning as authorities order the immediate removal of popular American confectionery from shop shelves across the nation.
The Food Standards Agency issued an emergency alert demanding businesses cease sales of multiple Jolly Rancher sweet products, which have been found to contain dangerous oils.
The agency declared the sweets "unsafe to eat" and "unlawful" under UK regulations, demanding retailers to pull the products from their shelves without delay.
The contaminated confectionery poses particular risks to younger consumers who frequently indulge in the colourful treats.
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