A chocolate recall initially launched in January has been further expanded due to concerns about possible salmonella contamination. The recall involves certain Spring & Mulberry chocolate bars, which prompted action after a root cause investigation identified a specific lot of a date ingredient as the likely source of the contamination.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the voluntary expansion of the recall, emphasizing that, to date, there have been no reported illnesses linked to the products and all tested samples have returned negative results for salmonella.
The recalled chocolate bars, which have been available online and across various stores nationwide since August 2025, include a variety of flavors. Among them are Blood Orange, Coffee, Earl Grey, Lavender Rose, Mango Chili, Mint Leaf, Mixed Berry, Mulberry Fennel, Pecan Date, Pure Dark, Pure Dark Mini, and Sea Salt. Specific batch codes and UPC numbers for these products have been provided to assist consumers in identifying affected items.
Consumers in possession of any recalled chocolate products are advised not to consume them and to take a clear photo of the packaging that includes the batch code. This can then be sent via email to recalls@springandmulberry.com to facilitate a full refund, after which the product should be disposed of.
Salmonella is known to cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, typically beginning between six hours and six days following ingestion. Most individuals recover without treatment, but the illness can be more severe for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
Recent alerts from federal health regulators indicate an increase in salmonella-related issues across various food products. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service recently issued a public health alert regarding several frozen pizzas and pork rinds due to similar contamination concerns. Additionally, the CDC recently reported on a multi-state outbreak of potentially drug-resistant salmonella linked to backyard poultry, with some cases involving young children.
Consumers are urged to remain vigilant and follow guidance from health authorities regarding food safety.
