Ghirardelli powdered beverage mixes recalled over possible Salmonella risk
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has recalled certain powdered beverage mixes because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, according to the FDA. If you have one of the affected products, do not use it, taste it, or serve it.
This recall matters for home kitchens because powdered drink mixes are often stored in pantries, bulk containers, or online orders where they can be easy to overlook. Salmonella can cause serious foodborne illness, so the safest step is to stop using any product that matches the recall details and keep it away from food-prep areas and children.
The FDA notice identifies the specific lot numbers and best-if-used-by dates included in the recall. Check the package carefully before making hot chocolate or other beverages with any Ghirardelli powdered beverage mix. If the lot code and date match the notice, set the product aside and do not consume it.
At the time of the recall notice, no illnesses had been reported. Even so, shoppers should treat the recall as active and verify any stored product, including open pantry items, bulk purchases, and mix bought through e-commerce orders.
If you find a matching package, follow the company’s instructions in the FDA notice for what to do next. For a quick household check, look at the front label, lot code, and best-if-used-by date before using the mix, especially if it has been sitting in the pantry for a while.
For the full identifier list and contact steps, review the FDA recall notice before discarding or returning anything. When in doubt, do not use the product.
