Prince Bakery Bread Recall: Undeclared Milk & Sesame Allergens
Quick take: Prince Bakery Inc. of Bronx, NY is recalling several Prince brand bread varieties because the labels omit milk or sesame—major allergens that can cause life-threatening reactions. If you purchased any of the products listed below in Bronx or Westchester County, stop using them and discard immediately.
Why are Prince Bakery breads being recalled?
During a routine FDA inspection, investigators found that:
- The Spanish-style “Pan de Manteca” bread contains milk (whey) but “milk” is missing from the Contains statement.
- The Sesame Italian and Sesame French breads omit “sesame” from both the ingredient list and Contains statement.
No allergic illnesses have been reported to date, but people with milk or sesame allergies could experience a serious—or even fatal—reaction.
Affected Prince Bakery bread products
All recalled items are sold in white bags with blue, green and red lettering. Each loaf has a 3–5-day shelf life (longer if frozen).
| Bread | Net Weight | Package Colors | Undeclared Allergen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Pan de Manteca Spanish Style Bread | 8 oz (227 g) | Blue, yellow & green | Milk |
| Prince Sesame Italian Bread — Large | 12 oz (340 g) | Green & yellow | Sesame |
| Prince Sesame French Bread — Large | 12 oz (340 g) | Green & yellow | Sesame |
| Prince Sesame Italian Bread | 8 oz (227 g) | Red & yellow | Sesame |
| Prince Sesame Long French Bread | 10 oz (284 g) | Red & yellow | Sesame |
What Prince Bakery consumers should do now
- Check your pantry or freezer for any of the package colors listed above.
- If you or anyone in your household is allergic to milk or sesame, do not eat these breads. Discard them in a sealed container.
- Contact Prince Bakery at 718-584-2127 (Mon–Sat, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. ET) with questions about refunds or replacement.
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Prince Bakery Recall – Frequently Asked Questions
Is every Prince Bakery bread variety included in the recall?
No. Only the five sesame or Spanish-style loaves listed above are affected.
I’m not allergic to milk or sesame; can I still eat recalled Prince Bakery bread?
The bread is otherwise safe, but the FDA advises all shoppers to follow recall instructions. Keep it away from anyone with allergies.
Can I return recalled Prince Bakery bread for a refund?
Prince Bakery asks customers to discard the bread and then call 718-584-2127 to discuss refunds or replacements.
Were Prince Bakery breads distributed outside New York?
No. Distribution was limited to bodegas and small retailers in Bronx and Westchester counties, New York.
How did the Prince Bakery labeling error happen?
FDA investigators traced the problem to a temporary breakdown in the bakery’s production and packaging controls, which led to missing allergen statements.
Is there a specific expiration date for recalled Prince Bakery bread?
No lot codes were assigned; therefore, all shelf dates currently on the market for the listed products are subject to recall.
Are other Prince Bakery sesame products safe?
Only the breads listed are implicated. Other Prince Bakery items containing sesame were properly labeled and are not part of this action.