Krispy Kreme recalls two doughnuts over hazelnut allergen

Krispy Kreme has issued an urgent recall for two of its World Cup-themed doughnut products after they were found to contain undeclared hazelnuts, posing a serious risk to people with nut allergies. The recall affects the individual Pitch Perfect Doughnut and the Matchday Dozen 12-pack, which were sold in select stores across eastern England.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued an allergy alert, warning consumers with a hazelnut allergy or intolerance not to eat the affected products under any circumstances. The items carry best-before dates of June 21 and June 22, 2026, meaning some may still be in consumers' homes. Only products supplied from the company's Peterborough manufacturing site are involved in the recall.

According to the company, the hazelnuts are not declared on the packaging or at the point of sale. In a statement, Krispy Kreme said it takes its responsibilities to consumers extremely seriously and apologized for any inconvenience. The company has contacted relevant allergy support organizations to help inform the public.

Customers are advised to return the doughnuts to the store where they were purchased for a full refund, with no receipt required. The affected...