Spring & Mulberry has announced an expanded recall of its chocolate bars due to concerns about potential Salmonella contamination. The North Carolina-based company, known for using dates as the sole sweetener in its chocolate products, is now recalling all 12 flavors following a recent investigation. This marks the second time the recall has been widened, as health officials have identified a specific batch of dates as the likely source of the contamination.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that the investigation pinpointed a particular lot of the date ingredient in the company’s chocolate products, prompting the recall of all items made with this affected lot. Previously, eight products were included in the recall, but now the expanded recall encompasses all flavors, which include Blood Orange, Coffee, Pure Dark, Sea Salt, Mint Leaf, Earl Grey, Lavender Rose, Mango Chili, Mixed Berry, Mulberry Fennel, Pecan Date, and Pure Dark Minis.
In the earlier recall announced in January, flavors such as Mint Leaf, Earl Grey, and others were among those affected. This latest update adds additional flavors to the recall list. Notably, all recalled products have tested negative for Salmonella, and as of now, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the contaminated products.
The chocolate bars in question have been sold online and through select retail partners across the nation since August 2025. Consumers are advised to check the lot numbers printed on the product packaging, which include a comprehensive list ranging from 025217 to 026014 among others.
For those who have purchased any of the recalled items, the FDA advises against consumption, recommending that consumers dispose of the products immediately. To obtain a refund, customers can send an email to recalls@springandmulberry.com with a photo of the packaging that includes the batch code.
Salmonella is a bacteria that poses significant health risks, especially to vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Symptoms can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal discomfort. In severe cases, it may lead to more serious infections.
The recent developments emphasize the importance of food safety and the diligence of regulatory officials in monitoring health risks associated with consumer products.
