Hammond’s Candies Recalls Chocolate Waffle Cones for Containing Undeclared Milk

A package of the recalled 4-ounce bags of dark chocolate filled Mini Waffle Cones from Hammond's Candies. Courtesy of the FDA

Hammond’s Candies is pulling out some of its chocolate products from the market due to concerns the items may contain undeclared milk that could harm people sensitive to the ingredient.

The recall is applicable to 4-ounce bags of Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones, according to a Sept. 6 notice reposted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The Colorado-based company initiated the recall after the firm received a consumer report of an allergic reaction experienced following product consumption. “As part of the firm’s ongoing investigation, the product was tested and found to contain more than trace amounts of milk proteins, which is not indicated on the packaging.”

“People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,” the notice said.

The items come in stand-up, resealable bags with product code LN0525453 and “Use By” dates of March 20, 2025, and May 20, 2025. Hammond’s Waffle Cones were distributed across 39 states via retail stores and online through Amazon and the company website.

The notice asked consumers who already bought the items to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. People can also contact the company directly.

Hammond’s recall is one of several product withdrawals from the market in recent weeks due to undeclared milk.

On Aug. 29, NY-based M&P Food Production recalled several flavors of blintzes, pirozhki, and vareniki due to concerns the products contain undeclared milk, wheat, and/or sesame.

An inspection by the FDA found that the ingredients were not clearly revealed on the package.

Earlier on Aug. 21, Unilever pulled out roughly 137,000 cases of Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection Pop products due to milk presence not listed on the packaging. Earlier that month, Too Good Gourmet recalled chocolate chip cookie products citing similar concerns.

Milk Allergies

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) says that between two and three percent of children younger than the age of three years are allergic to milk. Around 80 percent are likely to outgrow this allergy before turning 16 years old.

Symptoms of milk allergy include stomach upset, vomiting, and blood stools, especially among infants. Allergic people may also suffer from anaphylaxis, a condition that disrupts the breathing process and potentially sends the body into shock.

“Avoidance of milk or items containing milk products is the only way to manage a milk allergy,” the organization states. “People who are allergic to milk and the parents of children who have this allergy must read ingredient labels very carefully.”

The ACAAI noted that milk is one of the eight allergens that come with labeling requirements under the law. As such, food businesses using milk as an ingredient are required to clearly list the item on product labels.

In February, the FDA approved the first medication in the country to help reduce allergic reactions to multiple foods triggered by accidental exposure.

The medication, Xolair, was tested among subjects with food allergy reactions, including those allergic to milk. Sixty-six percent of subjects who took the drug were found to be able to consume 1,000 mg or greater amounts of milk without triggering moderate to severe allergic symptoms by the end of the 16-20 week treatment.

However, Xolair can result in side effects including fever and reactions at the injection site. The medication comes with a “boxed warning for anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening, based on pre-marketing and post-marketing reports of anaphylaxis that occurred after Xolair administration.”