Madeline’s Pâtisserie, a bakery based in Ohio, has recalled a batch of its croissants and croissant buns sold in Michigan and Ohio. The recall was announced on May 15 after the company found that the products were mislabeled and did not properly warn that they contained wheat, a common allergen.
The recall was later reported by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday.
Why This Recall Is Important
Wheat is one of the nine major food allergens that also include soybeans, sesame, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, and peanuts. For people with wheat allergies or celiac disease, consuming wheat accidentally can cause serious health problems, including life-threatening allergic reactions.
The problem happened because the ingredient list said “flour” instead of clearly stating “wheat”, which fails to meet FDA allergen labeling rules. This hidden wheat could put people at risk if they rely on labels to avoid allergens.
Products Affected by the Recall
The recalled items include:
- 2.5 oz and 3.5 oz chocolate croissants
- 2.5 oz and 3.5 oz raspberry croissants
- Croissant buns (fully baked and frozen, sold in cases of 24 units)
These products were made between March 10, 2025, and May 7, 2025, and were distributed by four wholesalers in Michigan and Ohio:
- Superior Food Distributors (Grand Rapids, MI)
- Carmela Food Distributor (Fraser, MI)
- Euclid Fish Company (Mentor, OH)
- Atlantic Food Distributors (Canton, OH)
What Madeline’s Pâtisserie Says
The bakery asked all stores and food service providers to immediately remove the affected products from sale or distribution. Customers with the affected croissants are encouraged to contact Madeline’s Pâtisserie for replacements with corrected labels.
They said:
“We apologize for the inconvenience and have taken immediate steps to fix the labeling mistake. The safety and trust of our customers is our top priority.”
Expert Advice on Wheat Allergies
Dr. Ruchi Gupta, professor of pediatrics and medicine at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, told Newsweek that wheat allergies can cause reactions from mild symptoms like hives and vomiting to severe problems such as difficulty breathing and low blood pressure.
She stressed the importance of using epinephrine immediately and seeking medical help if a severe allergic reaction is suspected.
What You Should Do
If you have wheat allergies or celiac disease, check your inventory for these croissants and buns. Do not eat any product matching the recall details.
Distributors and stores should stop selling the affected items and return them immediately.
For help or to arrange replacements, contact Madeline’s Pâtisserie at:
info@madelinespatisserie.com
