Select sweet potato pancake and waffle mixes have been recalled for undeclared eggs, potentially posing a serious risk to allergic consumers.
On May 20, Hometown Food Company announced a recall of certain lot codes for Birch Benders sweet potato pancake and waffle mixes because they may contain undeclared eggs. People with egg allergies or egg sensitivities may be at risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this mixture.
As of May 21, Hometown Food Company has no confirmed cases of illness caused by the recalled pancake mix.
Here’s what you need to know about the pancake mix recall.
Which pancake mixes are affected by the recall?
Hometown Food Company’s voluntary recall affects a single lot code for the company’s 12-ounce Birch Benders Sweet Potato Pancake and Waffle Mix. Other Birch Blender products with different lot codes and expiration dates are also safe to consume, the recall report states. Details of the recalled products are as follows:
| Item name | size | Project item code | UPC product code | lot code | expiration date |
| Birch Bender Sweet Potato Pancake and Waffle Mix | 12 oz | 8 1000156076 5 | 8 1000156076 8 | 5 265 | March 24, 2027 |
Where was the recalled pancake mix sold?
According to the recall report, the recalled Birch Bender sweet potato pancake and waffle mixes were sold in online stores, as well as grocery stores and natural food retailers across the United States.
What to do if you own recalled pancake mix
Consumers should immediately discard the pancake mix or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may call Hometown Food Company at 855-206-9517 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
Greta Cross is USA TODAY’s national trends reporter. Story ideas? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
