Miyoko's plant-based butter recalled after E. coli, mold concerns
NEW YORK CITY -- More than 1,300 cases of a popular plant-based butter product have been recalled after testing found potential contamination with yeast, mold and E. coli, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recall involves Miyoko's Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, 8-ounce packages distributed by Prosperity Organic Foods Inc. of Boise, Idaho. The FDA classified the recall as a Class II recall, meaning use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
The recalled product bears UPC 857554005773 and lot code 07871 with a best-by date of Nov. 5, 2026. The product was distributed in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Wisconsin.
According to the FDA, 1,304 cases were affected by the recall.
The recall was voluntarily initiated by the company on Sept. 11 and remains ongoing.
