Over the past week, several major supermarkets have issued critical food alerts as customer safety continues to be called into question.
Tesco shoppers were given a "do not eat" warning when an undeclared allergen was spotted in a staple ingredient.
Meanwhile, M&S shoppers were placed on high alert after peanuts were discovered in a sweet treat – without being mentioned on the label.
Over at Aldi, the supermarket issued a mass recall, pulling multiple items from shelves that posed an extensive health risk.
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And at Lidl, shoppers have been asked to return a sweet snack that may contain pieces of metal.
In a recent safety alert, the budget retailer notified customers that three batches of XXL Sondey Stroopwaffel with Caramel Flavour Filling & Butter (560g) are unsuitable for consumption.
"Lidl GB is recalling the above-mentioned product due to the potential presence of metal foreign bodies, which may present a risk of injury," shoppers were warned.
Encouraging customers to check their kitchens for the affected item, the supermarket stressed that they should not eat
XXL Sondey Stroopwaffel with Caramel Flavour Filling & Butter (560g) may contain pieces of metal
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Instead, they should return the product to their nearest Lidl store for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
The recall affects all stock labelled with the following best-before dates: November 21, 2025; December 2, 2025; and December 3, 2025.
Lidl customers were assured that no other Sondey products in Lidl GB stores are affected by the recall.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) echoed the supermarket's advice, urging those who have purchased the stroopwaffels not to eat them.
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Britons have been advised to return recalled products to their local Lidl store for a full refund
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"Lidl GB is recalling XXL Sondey Stroopwaffel with Caramel Flavour Filling & Butter because it may contain metal, making it unsafe to eat," officials confirmed.
"If you have bought the above product, do not consume it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund."
Those with further questions or concerns can contact Lidl's customer care at 0203 966 5566 or customer.care@lidl.co.uk.
Food safety alerts should always be taken seriously to ensure the well-being of consumers.
About product recalls and withdrawals
The FSA explained: "If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).
"The FSA issues Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.
"In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific action to be taken on behalf of consumers."
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