Hercules Candy Recalls Dark Chocolate Covered Blue Raspberry Cream Eggs Due to Undeclared Peanut Butter
East Syracuse, NY – Hercules Candy Company is voluntarily recalling a batch of its Dark Chocolate Covered Blue Raspberry Cream Eggs after discovering some products may contain undeclared peanut butter. This recall poses a serious health risk to individuals with peanut allergies.
Details of the Recall
The recall affects “DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM EGGS” where a small number of peanut butter cream eggs were mistakenly labeled as blue raspberry cream eggs. Consumers with peanut allergies could experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these mislabeled products.
The recalled eggs are packaged in a clear cellophane bag with a barcode number of 00014 and have a “best if used by” date of November 27, 2026. Approximately 110 units were affected, sold between March 1st and March 12th, 2026.
Where Were the Products Sold?
The recalled Dark Chocolate Covered Blue Raspberry Cream Eggs were sold at the Hercules Candy Co. Store located at 720 West Manlius St, East Syracuse, NY, and through the company’s website: www.herculescandy.com.
What Should Consumers Do?
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to immediately discard it. Those with questions or concerns can contact Hercules Candy Co. Directly at (315) 463-4339.
As of March 15, 2026, no illnesses or allergic reactions related to this mislabeling have been reported. However, the company is taking this precautionary measure to protect consumers with peanut allergies.
Additional Information
The Fresh York State Department of Agriculture and Markets issued a consumer alert regarding this recall on March 13, 2026. More information can be found on the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets website.
The River Reporter similarly published a notice about the recall on March 15, 2026.
Further details and instructions for a full refund are available on the Hercules Candy website.