The FDA has escalated its warning to the maximum severity for a batch of cookies pulled from shelves nationwide. Lunds & Byerlys initiated a voluntary withdrawal of its L&B Monster Cookies due to a misapplied label that omitted peanuts, eggs, and soy from the ingredients.
These items reached stores in the Twin Cities and St. Cloud, Minnesota, between November 15 and December 9, 2025, totaling 108 cases.
A staff member spotted the mix-up: a Tex-Mex Turkey Wrap label had stuck to the cookie packs, hiding vital allergen facts. The FDA bumped the classification to Class I on January 5, 2026, its sternest designation.
Understanding Class I Recall Dangers
Class I recalls flag products likely to trigger severe health issues or death in allergy-prone people. Lunds & Byerlys warned that ingesting these could spark dangerous responses in those allergic to the undisclosed components.
Such reactions stem from the body’s overzealous defense against specific proteins, leading to anything from itchy hives and nausea to life-endangering swelling and shock.
Peanuts top the list for fatal food allergies, where even tiny particles during production can ignite crises needing instant epinephrine shots.
Key Allergy Risks Explained
Egg allergies strike many kids, with both yolk and white harboring proteins that lurk in treats and provoke abrupt, potent effects.
Soy poses hurdles too, especially for infants, as it’s tucked into countless ready-made foods; while often milder, it can still unleash anaphylaxis.
Prevention hinges on vigilance, clear labeling, and emergency preparedness for all involved parties.
What Consumers Should Do Next
Fortunately, no related sicknesses have surfaced yet.
Anyone with the cookies should return them to a Lunds & Byerlys outlet for full reimbursement, no proof of purchase needed.
Call customer support at 952-548-1400, open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, with questions.
