The discount supermarket Aldi has pulled a popular chocolate treat from shelves following fears it could cause severe allergic reactions. Customers are being urged not to consume the product and to return it for a full refund.
The warning concerns all 121g packs of Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um’s, which may contain peanuts not declared on the label. This poses a “possible health risk” for individuals with a peanut allergy, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
Product Recall Issued Due to Incorrect Allergen Labelling
The Food Standards Agency issued the recall alert after it was discovered that Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um’s may contain undeclared peanuts, a known allergen that can cause life-threatening reactions in some individuals. The affected chocolate product, sold at Aldi stores across the UK, has been recalled as a precaution.
According to the FSA, the error originated with Aldi’s supplier, who confirmed the potential presence of peanuts in the product. Though the packaging does not list peanuts as an ingredient, traces may be present, posing a danger to consumers with a peanut allergy. “As a precautionary measure, our supplier is recalling Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um’s because it may contain peanuts,” Aldi stated in a customer notice shared online and in stores.
All 121g packets are affected, regardless of their best-before date. Aldi has urged customers who are allergic to peanuts not to eat the product. Instead, they should return it to any store for a full refund, no receipt required. Customers with queries are encouraged to contact Aldi’s customer services.
The supermarket chain has also contacted relevant allergy support organisations and issued in-store point-of-sale notices to inform the public. These notices outline the nature of the issue and advise affected customers on what to do next. The FSA’s recall alert is part of its regular safety procedures, triggered when food products present allergen risks due to mislabelling or contamination.
Separate Allergen Alert Issued for Halloween Confectionery in Ireland
In a related incident, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued a separate recall for Halloween-themed treats sold in Aldi and Lidl stores in Ireland. The recall applies to Rose Halloween Spooky Tea Cakes, which were incorrectly packaged with Rose Orchard Tea Cakes. The product contains egg, an allergen not declared on the label.
The FSAI explained that the mix-up means the affected batches are unsafe for those with egg allergies or intolerances. Products with the best-before dates of 28/08/2026, 18/09/2026, 22/09/2026, and 24/09/2026 have been recalled. Consumers are being told not to consume the product and to return it for a refund.
These recent alerts serve as a reminder for consumers with allergies to carefully read packaging and to consult recall notices regularly. Food allergies affect approximately 2 million people in the UK, with peanuts among the most serious. Reactions can range from mild symptoms to anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal condition.
Consumers are advised to stay updated through official channels such as the Food Standards Agency and the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Both agencies maintain real-time alerts and recall databases, helping allergy sufferers make informed decisions.
