A batch of Pan de Sal bread rolls made by Jesse’s Bakery, Inc. in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been classified as a Class I recall by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to undeclared milk. The bakery initially recalled the product in early February, and the FDA later determined that the issue posed the highest level of risk to consumers.
Why This Matters
Milk is one of the top nine allergens in the United States, and individuals with dairy allergies may experience mild to severe reactions. While some symptoms can be minor, such as skin irritation or digestive discomfort, others can escalate to anaphylaxis—a potentially fatal condition that can cause difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat, and a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Details of the Recall
The recall applies to Jesse’s Bakery’s Pan de Sal, a Filipino-style bread roll sold in 9-ounce poly bags containing six rolls. The affected packages are labeled with the bakery’s branding and contact details and bear the UPC code 0 38511 00703 4. Specific product codes linked to this recall include 26, 206, 27, 207, 28, 208, 29, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, and 214.
A total of 97 packages of Spanish rolls are also included in the recall. Distribution was limited to Hawaii, and Jesse’s Bakery has not yet issued a public statement regarding the situation.
Next Steps
Jesse’s Bakery voluntarily pulled the product from shelves on February 7, 2025, after conducting internal quality control checks. On March 4, 2025, the FDA classified it as a Class I recall, meaning the agency considers the risk to consumer health significant.
At this time, the FDA has not provided an estimated end date for the recall. Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should avoid consuming it and check with the bakery or the FDA website for further guidance.
