North Carolina Publix Stores Recall Holiday Cookie Platter

NORTH CAROLINA — Some types of holiday cookies at Publix stores in North Carolina have been recalled by the grocery chain due to an allergy alert.

The grocer on Monday recalled its Publix Bakery 20-ounce holiday cookie platters because they may contain undeclared pecans, a company news release said.

The company that produces the cookies, George DeLallo Co. Inc. of Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, released the alert on Monday.

The recalled Publix cookie platters were distributed in North Carolina, parts of Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia and Virginia, according to a news release from the company.

The product comes in a 20-ounce, clear plastic package with UPC 41415 88690, marked with lot W34326 and best by date of 10/APR/2021 on the top.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem, officials said.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the pecan-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of pecans. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's packaging processes.

Consumers with allergies to pecans who have purchased 20 ounce Publix Bakery Holiday Cookie Platters with lot code W34326 are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Customers with questions should contact the company at 1-800-433-9100 or 724-925-2222.

Product Name: Publix Bakery 20-oz Holiday Cookie PlatterGTIN: 41415-88690Lot/Exp Date: W32326 10/APR/2021

Deb Belt, Patch staff, contributed