Mondelez International (MDLZ) announced Wednesday that it's pulling certain Chips Ahoy Baked Bites Brookie products from shelves after discovering a manufacturing problem that could turn snack time into a safety concern.
The issue? An incorrect mixing process created small cornstarch clumps in the snacks, and those little lumps could pose a choking risk, especially for young children and elderly consumers. It's the kind of production hiccup that sounds minor until you remember who's eating these things.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall is limited to two specific varieties of Chips Ahoy Baked Bites Brookie, each identified by particular best-by dates. If you've got these in your pantry, you'll want to check the dates before anyone digs in.
The first product is the 2.8-ounce Chips Ahoy Baked Bites Brookie 4X8, with best-by dates between May 9 and May 12, 2026. The second is the 7.0-ounce Brookie 5CT 12, carrying best-by dates of May 12 and May 18, 2026.
These items were sold at a limited number of retailers across the country, so not every store that carries Chips Ahoy products necessarily has the affected batches.
No Incidents Reported Yet
Here's the good news: Mondelez says it hasn't received any reports of injuries or illnesses connected to these products. The company emphasized that it's taking this action out of an abundance of caution rather than in response to actual harm.
Company officials made clear that no other Chips Ahoy products or other Mondelez items are part of this recall. It's strictly limited to these two Brookie varieties with the specific dates.
Consumers who purchased the affected products should check the printed best-by dates before eating them. When a recall happens before anyone gets hurt, that's generally how companies prefer it to go.
As for Mondelez (MDLZ) itself, the stock has had a rough year, declining over 8% over the past twelve months. Investors looking for exposure to the food and beverage giant can access it through the First Trust Nasdaq Food & Beverage ETF (FTXG).
Price Action: Mondelez International shares closed up 0.87% at $54.50 on Wednesday.