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Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair Dark Chocolate with Coconuts Recall 2025

Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLCIssued December 22, 2025Updated Reviewed by the Recall Watch editorial team

Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers; Ingredients: Sugar, Vegetable Oil, (Palm Kernel Oil & Hydrogentated Palm Kernel Oil), Cocoa Pow — recalled per FDA on 12/22/2025. Reason: Almonds are not declared in the ingredient statement. Almond is included in description of product on front label..

Agency
FDA
Issued
Dec 22, 2025
Brand
Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC
Distribution
3 states
Lots affected
1
Allergens
peanuts, tree_nuts, milk
What to do right now

Steps to take for this recall

  1. Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

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Verified summary of the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration notice · Issued December 22, 2025 · Last synced Nov 1, 2026

What's recalled

Willy Pete's Chocolates brand Almond Despair; Dark Chocolate with Coconuts, Almonds, & Carolina Reapers; Ingredients: Sugar, Vegetable Oil, (Palm Kernel Oil & Hydrogentated Palm Kernel Oil), Cocoa Powder (processed with Alkali), Soy Lecithin (An Emulsifier), Whey Powder (Milk) & Salt. Coconut, Sugar, Water Propylene Glycol (Sustains Freshness), Salt, Sodium Metabisulfite (Preserves Whiteness). Macadamia nuts & Carolina Reaper Powder; Contains Milk and Soy. Tree Nuts. May contain traces of peanuts; UPC: 0 987261 5

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Undeclared allergen alert

This recall involves undeclared allergens not listed on the label:

peanutstree nutsmilksoy

Why it was recalled

Almonds are not declared in the ingredient statement. Almond is included in description of product on front label.

Affected products & lot numbers
1 lot called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
No additional coding. UPC Codes: 09872615
Where was it sold
3 states

MA, SC, CT

CTMASC
Official noticefda.gov
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4 related — by brand, contaminant, and category

Frequently asked questions

Is the Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of December 22, 2025. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: No additional coding. UPC Codes: 09872615. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled Willy Pete's Chocolate Company LLC?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.