FDA issues urgent recall of Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon product over undeclared almonds

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday announced an urgent recall of multiple containers of Vanilla G.Nutt ice cream made by Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon, N.Y., after the product was found to contain undeclared almonds, a tree nut that can trigger life-threatening allergic reactions.

The recall covers 40 pints, eight quarts and three half-gallon containers of the product. The ice cream was distributed in New York State through Golden Krust retail stores in Mount Vernon and White Plains and via direct delivery to Farm Country Supermarket in Queens, according to the FDA. No illnesses have been reported.

The FDA said the presence of undeclared almonds poses a serious health risk to people with tree nut allergies. "People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life‑threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," the agency said in its recall notice. An allergic reaction can range from hives and itchy mouth to anaphylaxis, a sudden, severe whole‑body response that can be fatal without immediate treatment.

The agency said the company initiated the recall after product testing and review raised concerns about possible almond contamination. The manufacturer and the FDA are investigating the circumstances that led to the undeclared allergen, and consumers and retailers were urged to check their inventories and remove the affected products from sale.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled Vanilla G.Nutt ice cream and have a tree nut allergy or sensitivity were advised not to consume the product. The FDA typically recommends that consumers return recalled items to the place of purchase for a refund or discard them, and to contact their health care provider if they believe they have had an allergic reaction.

The Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The FDA notice did not list lot numbers or expiration dates beyond the container counts; consumers with questions were directed to consult the agency's recall announcement for updates. Retailers are responsible for removing recalled items from shelves and notifying customers when feasible.

Food recalls for undeclared allergens are among the most urgent public health actions because allergens must be clearly listed on labels to allow people with sensitivities to avoid them. The FDA and public health officials use recall notices to alert consumers and limit further distribution while investigations continue.

The agency will provide additional information as the investigation progresses and as the company and distributors supply further details about specific lots, distribution dates and remediation steps.