Made Fresh Salads Recalls Cream Cheese for Listeria Risk
This recall was posted 1 month ago. Check the FDA source for the latest status.
Class I Recall — Most Serious
This is a Class I recall — the most serious type. Products covered by this recall may cause serious health consequences or death.
Made Fresh Salads, Inc. is recalling various flavors of cream cheese due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This organism can cause serious infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
Affected Products:
- 5 lb. tub Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Caramel Apple Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Blueberry Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Jalapeno Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Lox Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Scallion Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Strawberry Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Vegetable Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Walnut Raisin Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Whipped Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Tofu Whipped
These products were distributed in Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, and the New York City area in 5 lb. white plastic tubs with expiration dates through February 27, 2026.
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated after routine sampling revealed contamination in a mixer used during production. The company has stopped using the affected equipment.
Consumer Action:
Consumers should return the cream cheese to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, contact Made Fresh Salads at 1-718-765-0082, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm ET.
Health Risks:
No illnesses have been reported. However, Listeria infection can cause severe symptoms and complications, including miscarriages in pregnant women.