For Yeast, Mold and E. Coli Contamination - Here’s What to Know
Plant-based butter is being recalled right now due to yeast, mold and E. coli contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Just over 1,300 cases of Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter have been voluntarily recalled and pulled from retail shelves in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Wisconsin.
If you think you might have the recalled product on hand, check the box for a lot code of 07871 and a best-by date of November 11, 2026. This recall has been deemed a Class II recall by the FDA, meaning that consuming the butter may lead to “temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.” If you have this product in your fridge or freezer, do not consume it. E. coli can cause symptoms like diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and fever. Consuming a food product with high levels of yeast and/or mold can also cause symptoms of illness. If you are experiencing any adverse effects after consuming this product, make sure to contact a health care professional. If you have any questions about this ongoing recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).