FDA Recalls Popular Boxed Mac & Cheese Over Undeclared Allergens

Lead The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a nationwide recall of Goodles boxed macaroni and cheese after eight allergic reactions linked to undeclared milk and cashew allergens emerged on Sept. 14, 2025.

Nut Graf Gooder Foods, Inc. initiated the voluntary recall following customer reports of severe reactions, prompting the FDA to warn consumers of life-threatening risks for those with dairy or nut allergies. The recall affects two plant-based varieties sold at major retailers.

Key Recall Details

  • Affected Products
  • Vegan Is Believin’ - Plant-Based White Cheddar Spirals (5.25 oz)
    • UPC 850031990074
    • Lot Codes: 09725N, 09825N, 09925N, 10025N, 10125N
    • Best-By Dates: Jul 7-11, 2026
  • Here Comes Truffle - Creamy Truffle Cheddar Shells (6 oz)
    • UPC 850031990159
    • Lot Codes: 10125N, 10425N, 10525N
    • Best-By Dates: Jul 11, 14-15, 2026
  • Reported Incidents
  • Six reactions tied to “Here Comes Truffle”
  • Two reactions tied to “Vegan Is Believin’”
  • Distribution and Retailers
  • Sold nationwide at Target, Walmart, Whole Foods and via online retailers
  • Produced April 7-15, 2025; distributed April 29-Aug 5, 2025

Consumer Guidance Consumers with either product should immediately stop consumption and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund. Those experiencing symptoms such as hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness or anaphylaxis should seek emergency medical attention.

FDA and Company Actions Gooder Foods notified the FDA on Sept. 10 and issued a press release detailing lot codes and contact information for further inquiries. The FDA continues to monitor adverse event reports and urges retailers to remove affected stock.

Subhead Continued Vigilance for Food Allergens

  • Undeclared allergens remain a leading cause of FDA recalls, accounting for over 20% of food safety alerts in 2025.
  • The recall underscores the importance of accurate labeling and consumer reporting of allergic incidents.

For more information, consumers can contact Gooder Foods’ hotline at 1-888-610-2341, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. ET. Citations