Over 100,000 Ice Cream Bars Recalled Due to Potential Listeria Risk

The sweet treat in your freezer might not be safe to eat. According to a statement issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), over 100,000 ice cream bars have been recalled due to a potential listeria risk. The product—sold by Rich’s Ice Cream—has been recalled in 23 states, affecting fan favorite items like chocolate crunch cake bars, strawberry shortcake, and more. The product was sold in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Texas, Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. If you live in the affected states, check your fridge for any of the below products along with their recall number.

• Chocolate Crunch Cake Bar; H-0284-2025
• Strawberry Shortcake Bar; H-0285-2025
• Rich Bar; H-0286-2025
• Crumbled Cookie Bar; H-0287-2025
• Orange Cream Bar; H-0288-2025
• Fudge Frenzy Bar; H-0289-2025
• Cotton Candy Twirl Bar; H-0290-2025
• Savagely Sour BlueRaspberry Bar; H-0291-2025
• Savagely Sour Cherry Bar; H-0292-2025
• Cool Watermelon Bar; H-0293-2025

The recall is categorized as a Class II recall and defined as “a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,” according to the FDA’s website. Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogenic bacteria that typically presents in symptoms like fever, diarrhea, muscle aches, and other flu-like symptoms. If you experience any of the following upon eating an affected product, see your healthcare provider immediately.