Recall Issued for Popular Aldi Dessert Over Potential Glass Contamination
Over 2,800 cases of the product have been pulled.
parade.comHere’s the latest on Aldi crème brûlée recall:
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Aldi has recalled Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée sold in seven states due to potential glass contamination. The recall affects about 2,869 cases and was issued as a Class II recall by the FDA, indicating a temporary health risk if consumed. Shoppers with the product should not eat it and should return or dispose of it for a refund. [sources: multiple outlets reporting FDA Class II recall and 2,869 cases, including Parade coverage and FDA notices]
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The best-before date on affected jars is 5/9/2026, and the product is sold in 3.6-ounce glass jars with a Specially Selected branding and UPC 4099100342826. If you purchased this item, check your fridge and follow the recall instructions from Aldi or the store for returns. [sources: Parade, WSB-TV, Boston 25 News, and others citing the same UPC and date]
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States impacted include New York, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, and Virginia. Affected batches were distributed to Aldi stores in those locations, prompting consumer notices and guidance to avoid consumption. [sources: recall reports across these outlets noting seven-state scope]
Illustrative quick steps:
- Locate any Specially Selected Vanilla Crème Brûlée jars with best-before 5/9/2026.
- Do not consume; return to Aldi for a full refund or disposal as directed by local guidance.
- Monitor FDA/AGA notices or Aldi customer service for updated instructions.
If you’d like, I can pull the official recall notice details from the FDA and Aldi customer-facing pages and summarize them with exact return steps for your area in Dallas, Texas.