Customers rely on correctly labelled packaging to ensure that they aren’t exposing themselves to potential allergens. On the 10th of September, 2025, maker of the Goodles brand, Gooder Foods, made a public announcement regarding a nationwide recall of two of their mac-and-cheese products. The mac and cheese recall was due to undeclared allergens being found in certain batches, namely cashew and milk. The next day, on the 11th of September, the FDA published the company’s announcement. At least eight allergic reactions have been reported: six linked to “Here Comes Truffle”, and two linked to “Vegan is Believin”. If you find these items in your pantry, it is recommended that you toss or return them.
The Mac and Cheese Recall
The mac and cheese recall is for two products made by Gooder Foods, Inc. One of them is Goodles Vegan is Believin’ – Plant-Based White Cheddar with Spirals, and the other is Goodles Here Comes Truffle – Creamy Truffle Flavored Cheddar and Shells. These lots were produced from the 7th to the 15th of April, 2025 and distributed between the 29th of April and 5th of August to major outlets, including Whole Foods and Target. Let’s take a closer look at the exact items that should be either returned or tossed away.
Goodles Vegan is Believin’ – Plant Based White Cheddar with Spirals (5.25 oz)
• Lot codes: 09725N, 09825N, 09925N, 10025N, 10125N
• Best-by dates: July 7–11, 2026
• UPC: 850031990074
Goodles Here Comes Truffle – Creamy Truffle Flavored Cheddar and Shells (6 oz)
• Lot codes: 10125N, 10425N, 10525N
• Best-by dates: July 11, 14, and 15, 2026
• UPC: 850031990159
According to U.S. labeling rules, all companies are required to print clear notifications of any potential allergens, such as milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. Milk is typically among the most common allergens leading to these types of undeclared ingredient recalls. Food allergies have also risen in prevalence over the past few decades, with 6.2% of adults in the United States reporting a diagnosed food allergy. According to Gooder Foods, the problem came to light after feedback from consumers of the two products recalled. It then notified all of its distributors and retailers, in addition to letting the public know which lots were affected. They also set up a hotline for questions and refunds (1-888-610-2341).
What You Should Do Next
The first thing to do is check your boxes to see if the product name, size, lot code, and best-by date match the information above. If they do match, either return the product to the store or throw it away. Also, contact Gooder Foods for a refund. If you have eaten one of the products and have an allergic reaction, such as wheezing, hives, vomiting, or dizziness, seek medical help. Even if you don’t have allergies, the FDA has advised that it is still better to return or throw away the product out of an “abundance of caution”.
Living with food allergies takes a bit of planning and awareness on your part. Likewise, food production companies need to make sure that their products are always properly labelled when it comes to allergens and ingredients. The “Contains:” statement near the ingredient list must clearly state all major allergens in plain language. Even if the allergens aren’t listed as actual ingredients, you should also look out for “processed in a facility” statements that indicate potential contamination during the manufacturing process. These advisory statements aren’t typically mandated in a uniform way, so make sure to read the entire label to avoid any potential allergens.
The Bottom Line
Milk and cashews are two allergens that may cause severe reactions in certain people. Therefore, being aware of this recall could potentially save someone from a very unpleasant experience. The products with the undeclared allergens were manufactured in April and subsequently sold across the nation over the following months. If you find these products in your pantry with matching lot codes, you are advised to return them or throw them out and contact Gooder Foods Inc. for a refund. If you are allergic to one of these ingredients and have ingested one of them, look out for symptoms and contact medical assistance if required.
This mac and cheese recall is a reminder that undeclared allergens are a leading cause of food recalls in the United States. Therefore, vigilance is important, even when it comes to plant-based or vegan products. Even if the allergens are not listed as one of the ingredients, be sure to check that the product is not made in the same facility where those allergens are present. To stay up to date with food recalls, you can check out the FDA’s Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts page, which is continuously updated.
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