Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- August 1, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- DFA Dairy Brands
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 3 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- DFA Dairy Brands
- Product type
- Ice Cream or Frozen Dessert
- Model numbers
- Expiration Date: 11/26/25
- Sizes
- 48 fl. oz.
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- MD, VA, PA
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
August 1, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
September 3, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Product contains undeclared wheat and soy.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact DFA Dairy Brands, LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail
About This Product
Frozen dairy dessert labeled with Friendly's branding. Used as a dessert option. Typically sold in grocery retail channels.
Why This Is Dangerous
Undeclared wheat and soy can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals or those with celiac disease.
Industry Context
This recall appears isolated to DFA Dairy Brands and is not indicated as part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
High risk for allergic individuals. No injuries reported yet. Affects 324 servings across 54 cases.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check carton label for Friendly's Vanilla Bean
- Check lid for Cookies and Cream label
- Verify expiration date 11/26/25
- Confirm batch or lot if available
Where to find product info
Recall details available on FDA enforcement report and DFA recall communications
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements processed within 4-6 weeks after contact
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a complaint with FDA or state health department
- Seek guidance from consumer protection offices
How to prevent similar issues
- Always check allergen information on labels
- Be cautious of label discrepancies between cartons and lids
- Verify expiration dates before purchase and consumption
Documentation advice
Keep recall notice, receipts, photos of packaging, email correspondences
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Product Details
Brand: DFA Dairy Brands. Product: Frozen dessert in carton labeled Friendly's Vanilla Bean and lid labeled Friendly's Cookies and Cream. Quantity: 54 cases (324 containers). Distribution: Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania. Expiration date: 11/26/25. Recall date: 2025-08-01. Status: ACTIVE.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Distributed to MD, VA, PA
- Undeclared wheat and soy
- High hazard level
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