Spring Mulberry Recalls Chocolate Bars for Salmonella Risk

Spring Mulberry, a North Carolina-based company, has voluntarily recalled its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar nationwide due to potential Salmonella contamination detected in routine testing, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced this week. The affected product, sold since September 15, 2025, through online platforms and select retailers, poses health risks particularly to vulnerable populations, though no illnesses have been reported in connection with it.

The recall involves 2.1-ounce bars with lot code 025255, identifiable on the back of the teal-colored packaging and inner flow wrap. The chocolate, sweetened with dates and flavored with mint leaves, carries a use-by date of March 31, 2027. It was distributed via the company's website, Amazon, Nordstrom, Whole Foods, and other stores across the country. The contamination was uncovered during standard checks by a third-party laboratory, prompting the precautionary measure to prevent any potential harm.

Consumers who have purchased the product are advised to immediately discard it or contact Spring Mulberry for a refund. To request reimbursement, individuals should email a photo of the lot code to...