by Sacramento, California — A widely sold brand of edible cookie dough has been officially recalled after federal regulators determined it may be contaminated with salmonella, posing a serious health risk to consumers.
The FDA announced that Hudson River Foods has recalled its Doughy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough following updated findings on December 5, elevating the notice to a Class I recall—the agency’s most severe classification, used when consumption of a product could lead to serious illness or death.
According to the updated enforcement report, 113 units of the affected edible cookie dough were distributed in 12-ounce containers and labeled with a best-by date of July 4, 2026.
The recalled cookie dough was shipped to retailers in 15 states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
The FDA noted that customers who may have purchased or consumed the product were contacted via email, although it remains unclear whether any illnesses have been confirmed.
Potential Risks of Salmonella Exposure
Salmonella contamination can cause dangerous gastrointestinal illness. Symptoms can include:
- Severe diarrhea
- High fever
- Persistent vomiting
- Dehydration
- Intense stomach cramps
While most healthy adults typically recover within several days, the FDA warns that infections may be significantly more severe—sometimes requiring hospitalization—for young children, older adults, and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Second Recall: Vega Farms Eggs Flagged in California
The cookie dough recall comes just days after a separate salmonella-related recall in California.
The California Department of Public Health issued a recall for Vega Farms eggs on Friday, citing concerns that certain batches may have been contaminated during processing. The eggs were distributed throughout the Sacramento and Davis regions, including supplies sold to restaurants and farmers’ markets.
A Vega Farms spokesperson confirmed to local station KCRA that the issue was traced to the company’s processing equipment, not the chickens themselves. Approximately 1,515 dozen eggs were affected.
Shoppers can identify recalled eggs by checking:
- Sell-by dates of December 22 or earlier
- Julian dates of 328 or lower
- For food-service shipments: handler code 2136
Vega Farms says it has already discarded all impacted products from retail locations, but consumers are urged to inspect their refrigerators and throw away any cartons that match the recall criteria.
No related illnesses have been reported.
FDA Guidance for Consumers
The FDA is advising anyone who purchased affected products—whether cookie dough or eggs—to immediately discard them.
Additionally, customers should sanitize:
- Refrigerators
- Countertops
- Containers
- Utensils
What This Means for Consumers
With two salmonella-related recalls issued within a short window, health officials stress the importance of staying updated on food safety alerts—especially during the busy holiday season.
While both companies have cooperated with regulators and no illnesses have been confirmed, consumers are encouraged to take precautions seriously, as Class I recalls indicate the highest level of risk.
What Do You Think?
Have you purchased Doughy Cookie Dough or Vega Farms eggs recently? What steps do you take to stay safe during food recalls?
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