Pantry raids and kitchen cabinet siftings have become an unexpected weekend ritual for chocolate lovers lately — and this time, your favorite mint bar might be the culprit.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has published an official nationwide recall of one lot of Spring & Mulberry’s Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar due to a possible Salmonella contamination. The voluntary recall affects lot #025255 (2.1 oz bars in teal packaging) sold online and at select retailers nationwide since September 15, 2025. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
See the official FDA notice here:
FDA: Spring & Mulberry Voluntary Recall of Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar (Salmonella)
While no illnesses have been reported so far, the agency is urging consumers to check labels and take action if they have the affected product. Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting — and in rare cases more serious complications — is the reason behind the caution. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
Not Just a One‑Off: A Year of Sweet Danger
This recall isn’t an isolated event — it comes amid a string of chocolate-related safety alerts that have tested chocoholics nationwide:
- Peace by Chocolate recalled pistachio products earlier this year after a supplier issue caused concern (Jan 2026).
- Willy Pete’s Chocolate pulled bars for undeclared almonds (Dec 2025).
- Tony’s Chocolonely issued a recall when small stones turned up in packages (Apr 2025).
- Multiple brands have been flagged for undeclared milk or wheat allergens, while some imported products raised alerts for high levels of lead or cadmium from watchdog testing.
These recalls have left shoppers not just scanning flavors, but scanning lot codes and ingredient lists before trusting any treat. Always double‑check official sources like FDA.gov or FoodSafety.gov for the most recent product details and lot numbers — it’s the best way to stay ahead of trouble before it sneaks into your snack stash.
What You Should Do
If a bar in your pantry matches the description — teal box, Mint Leaf flavor, lot #025255:
✔️ Don’t eat it.
✔️ Dispose of it safely.
✔️ Contact Spring & Mulberry at re*****@***************ry.com with a photo of the lot code to request a refund.
Stores including Whole Foods and other national outlets have already pulled the affected lot from shelves. In Connecticut alone, customers found bars with the troubled lot in more than a dozen retailers before the alert went out.
Why This Matters
Food recalls — especially for something as beloved as chocolate — can feel like a punchline. But the reality is that Salmonella contamination is no joke. Vulnerable populations like young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
So before you unwrap that next sweet bite, take a moment to make sure your chocolate is still “just chocolate.” With a little vigilance, your cravings can stay safely satisfied — and your pantry drama‑free.
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