The recall involves a single production lot of Bakr Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Ready to Bake Cookie Dough. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the issue resulted from S’mores cookie dough being placed into packaging labeled as a different variety that does not list soy among its ingredients.
The recall was announced by Chicago-based Bear Stewart LLC on June 25, and the FDA published the notice the following day. No illnesses or allergic reactions had been reported at the time of the FDA announcement.
Packaging Mix-up Led to Undeclared Allergen Risk
The recalled product was distributed through Target stores in Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona, and Utah beginning June 11, 2026. According to the FDA, only packages with lot number 2606022 are affected. The product is sold in an 8-ounce blue pouch in the frozen food section and is intended to be baked or air-fried directly from frozen.
According to Bear Stewart LLC, the recall was initiated after the company determined that a temporary issue in its packaging process caused S’mores cookie dough to be packed into bags labeled as Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Ready to Bake Cookie Dough. Because the Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk label does not declare soy as an ingredient, consumers with soy allergies could unknowingly be exposed to the allergen.
The company noted that shoppers may notice marshmallows and graham cracker pieces inside the dough, indicating that the contents are actually the S’mores variety. Even so, consumers are advised to rely on the recalled lot number rather than appearance alone to determine whether their product is included in the recall.
Consumers who purchased the affected cookie dough are urged not to eat it and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Bear Stewart said customers with questions can contact the company at 1-800-697-BEAR.
FDA Says No Illnesses Reported as Consumers Urged to Check Lot Numbers
According to the FDA recall notice, no illnesses had been reported as of June 26. The agency published the company’s voluntary recall announcement as a public service, noting that it does not endorse either the company or its products.
The FDA identified soy as the undeclared allergen involved in this recall. Federal law requires manufacturers to clearly identify soy on food labels because it is one of the nine major food allergens recognized in the United States.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, soy allergy symptoms may appear within minutes to several hours after consumption and can include hives, swelling, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting. In severe cases, exposure can result in anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction that may cause difficulty breathing, a sudden drop in blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. The clinic advises anyone experiencing symptoms of anaphylaxis to seek emergency medical care immediately.
The FDA also advised consumers with the affected lot number not to consume the product. The recall applies only to Bakr Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Ready to Bake Cookie Dough bearing lot number 2606022 that was distributed to Target stores in the four affected regions.
