The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Saturday that Schreiber Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 144 cases of Einstein Bros. Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread after a packaging mismatch left almond-containing product inside cups labeled as plain—posing a “serious or life-threatening” allergic reaction risk to consumers with tree nut allergies who would have no reason to suspect the product contains almonds.
The company announced the recall on March 27. A Schreiber Foods spokesperson told Newsweek the company had no additional comment beyond the announcement, saying the notice reflects the full scope of the situation and the actions taken.
Which Product Is Affected and How To Identify It
The recalled item is a 6-ounce plastic cup sold under the Einstein Bros. Bagels brand. The lid correctly identifies the contents as Honey Almond, but the cup itself is labeled Plain—a mismatch that originated from a packaging staging error at the Schreiber Foods facility in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The company says the issue has been corrected and was confirmed isolated to a single lot.
The affected product carries a lot code of Best If Used By Jul 21, 2026 LO, printed on the bottom of the cup.
No illnesses have been reported.
Where the Recalled Product Was Sold
The affected cream cheese spread was distributed exclusively through Einstein Bros and sold in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, and Wyoming.
Consumers in those states who purchased the product—particularly those with almond or tree nut allergies—should check the lot code on the bottom of the cup before consuming it.
Why This Mislabeling Is Especially Dangerous
For consumers with almond or tree nut allergies, product labels are a primary—and often only—line of defense. Because the recalled cup is marked “Plain,” a person with an almond allergy would have no visible warning before consuming the product.
Almond allergies fall under the FDA’s list of major food allergens, which includes milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Reactions can range from hives and swelling to anaphylaxis—a severe immune response that can cause respiratory failure and shock. The FDA notes that food allergies currently have no cure, making proper labeling and avoidance the primary means of protection.
What the FDA Says About Allergen Labeling
The FDA enforces strict regulations requiring all packaged foods to clearly declare ingredients, with heightened requirements for known allergens. The agency conducts inspections and sampling to verify compliance and has authority to seize violative products or block imports when standards are not met.
When violations are identified, the FDA works with companies to issue recalls and notify the public—the process currently underway with this Schreiber Foods product.
What To Do If You Bought This Product
Consumers who purchased Einstein Bros. Bagels Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread should check the lot code on the bottom of the cup.
Those who have the affected product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Einstein Bros. directly at www.einsteinbros.com/contact.
