Ice Cream Recall In Central New York Could Cause Serious Allergic Reaction

The mislabeled lid on Stewart's Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup ice cream packaging fails to warn consumers that the product contains peanuts and is now subject to a recall for appropriate labeling.

Stewart’s Shops Corp. has recalled the ice cream because it may have a “Chocolate” lid. If those with a peanut allergy eat the ice cream, they could have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.

Fact Facts About the Stewart’s recalled Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup ice cream:

• The recalled product was distributed in upstate New York and Southern Vermont.
• Stewart’s recalled Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup ice cream is packaged in a 16 oz. cardboard container.
• Look for UPC 0 82086 44468 8.
• Sell By code date of 08/23/18 which can be found on the bottom of the package.
• All other expiration code dates of Stewart’s pint Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup ice cream are not affected by this recall.

Customers who purchased Stewart’s pint Chocolate Peanut Butter ice cream with a Sell By code date of 08/23/18 can return them to their local Stewart’s Shops for a full refund. Customers with questions may contact Stewart’s Consumer Affairs Department at 518-581-1200 ext. 2130, Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm.

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