Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs Recall: FDA Alert on Undeclared Hazelnuts
Lidl US has issued a nationwide recall of Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs – German-Style Nougat (3.52 oz, UPC 20304492) because the ingredient list omits hazelnuts. People who are allergic to tree nuts risk a serious or life-threatening reaction. Check your pantry immediately—if you have the product, do not eat it. Return it to any Lidl store for a full refund.
Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs Recall Details
- Brand / Product: Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs – German-Style Nougat
- Package size: 3.52 oz box
- UPC: 20304492
- Allergen: Undeclared hazelnuts
- Distribution dates: Jan 28 – Mar 11 2026
- Sold in: DE, DC, GA, MD, NJ, NY, NC, PA, SC, VA (all Lidl US stores)
- Illnesses reported: None to date
- Recall announced: Mar 12 2026
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What Consumers Should Do Now
If you purchased the recalled chocolate:
- Do not consume the product.
- Return it to any Lidl store for a full refund; no receipt is required.
- If returning isn’t possible, dispose of the candy in a sealed bag so others can’t access it.
- Allergy sufferers who have eaten the candy and develop hives, swelling, or trouble breathing should seek medical care right away.
Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs Recall — Customer Service
Questions? Call the Lidl US Customer Care Hotline at (844) 747-5435 (8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET, Monday–Saturday).
Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs Recall Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs recalled?
The label does not list hazelnuts, a major allergen. Eating the candy could trigger severe reactions in people with nut allergies.
Which specific Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs product is affected?
All lots of Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs – German-Style Nougat, 3.52 oz boxes, UPC 20304492.
Where were Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs sold in the United States?
At every Lidl US location in Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.
How do I get a refund for Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs?
Return the candy—opened or unopened—to any Lidl store. A receipt is not required; staff will provide a full refund.
Have any illnesses been linked to Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs?
No illnesses had been reported as of the FDA publication date (Mar 12 2026).
Can I keep Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs if I don’t have a nut allergy?
For safety and to support the recall, the FDA and Lidl recommend returning or discarding the product regardless of personal allergy status.