Straus Family Creamery has announced a voluntary recall of certain Straus Creamery Ice Cream products following some unsettling findings about metal contamination. So far, the problem affects states in the US and the affected products have been circulating in stores since mid May 2026. The recall was actually issued on May 14th 2026, so a week or so after the potentially affected items were on sale.
You shouldn’t worry though, not all Straus ice cream is under recall. It only affects a small selection of seven products out of numerous varieties – among the flavors affected are Vanilla Bean, Strawberry, Cookie Dough, Dutch Chocolate and Mint Chip. To check which products you need to be careful with, take a good hard look at the flavor, the packaging size, the UPC number and the best by date as well. Straus has advised that you don’t actually eat any of the affected products – they should be discarded instead. Although, amazingly, they don’t want you to return them to store – in fact all you need to do is complete a recall form on their website before getting rid of the ice cream.
Straus Creamery Ice Cream Recall at a Glance
| Recall Detail | Information |
| Brand | Straus Family Creamery |
| Product | Organic Ice Cream |
| Recall Date | May 14, 2026 |
| Reason | Potential metal foreign material |
| Product Scope | Seven listed product entries across five flavor names |
| States | AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MD, NJ, OR, PA, SC, TX, WA, WI |
| Consumer Action | Do not eat, complete recall form, discard product |
| Injuries Reported | None reported at the time of the notice |
Why Straus Family Creamery Yanked the Ice Cream off the Shelves
Straus Family Creamery put out a small batch of Organic Ice Cream products on recall notice because of a worrying possibility that metal bits might have slipped into some of the products. They confirmed the FDA’s in the loop and are frantically working with retailers to get all those suspect products cleared off store shelves asp.
It’s worth noting that a recall from a food company doesn’t automatically mean every single container contains metal – companies often issue recalls just to get a potentially hazardous product off the market before it causes any real harm to anyone. As a shopper – just double check the specific product you’re buying against the recall list – you don’t need to panic about the whole brand.
Which Straus Family Ice Cream Products Got Pulled?
Not all of the ice cream is affected – the recall only applies to specific runs of certain products, with exact specs – size, UPC, and best-by date. So what you want to do is crosscheck all three of those details before you take any action.
| Product | Size | Best-By Date | UPC |
| Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Pint | 23-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10030-6 |
| Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Pint | 28-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10030-6 |
| Strawberry Ice Cream | Quart | 24-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10097-9 |
| Strawberry Ice Cream | Pint | 25-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10095-5 |
| Cookie Dough Ice Cream | Pint | 26-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10104-4 |
| Dutch Chocolate Ice Cream | Quart | 27-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10012-2 |
| Mint Chip Ice Cream | Pint | 30-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10050-4 |
The Best By date is printed in black at the bottom of the container on the outside. You can find the UPC just above the barcode. Let me make one thing clear though – just because a flavor has a different UPC or Best By date, that don’t mean it’s part of the recall. The FDA and Straus are very clear on this point.
States Where the Recalled Straus Ice Cream Was Sold
This ice cream ended up at retailers in 17 states across the country:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut – yep, they got some of it too
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Illinois – lots of people in Illinois are probably checking their ice cream now
- Indiana
- Maryland
- New Jersey
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Washington
- Wisconsin
Just remember – even though this stuff was sent to all these states, it doesn’t mean every single store in those states actually sold it. All it means is that some of the bad batches made it into the retail channels in those states. So if you live in one of these states, still go ahead and check that Best By date and the UPC – just to be sure.
How to Check You’re Freezer – Straus Ice Cream Recall
First things first – take a look at the label on the container. The recall is tied to Straus Family Creamery Organic Ice Cream products in pints and quarts, so start by checking the brand name on the container. The recall specifically impacts select Straus Family Creamery Organic Ice Cream products in pint and quart containers.
Take a closer look at the following details to see if your product is affected:
- What flavor does the ice cream come in?
- Is it a pint or a quart?
- Is there a specific UPC code near the barcode?
- What’s the ‘best by’ date on the bottom of the container?
Don’t just check the front of the container. The recall is tied to specific batches, so the date and UPC code are just as important as the flavor.
What You Should Do If You Bought Recalled Straus Ice Cream
If you find that your container matches the recall list – don’t eat it, just bin it (well, not before taking some photos first). Straus is asking consumers to head to their website, fill out a recall form and then they’ll send you a voucher for a replacement product. Once you’ve filled in the form, it’s time to chuck the product, don’t try to return it to the store either.
Before You Ditch It, Get A Clear Photo Of:
- The front of the label – take a close up shot so the details are clear
- The UPC code – it’s a good idea to snap a pic of that too
- The ‘best by’ date – don’t forget to include the date in your photo
- The size of the container – is it a pint, a quart or something else entirely? Get a photo of that too.
Later on if anything comes up or you have questions Straus will be able to sort you out. It’s really helpful to have those photos on hand when you need to fill out that recall form or get in touch with customer support
Need to get in touch? Straus Family Creamery are on hand to answer any questions you may have on
support@strausmilk.com
Give them a call on 1-707-776-2887 – that’s their customer support hotline, open from 9:30 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday Pacific Time.
What If you’ve Already Ate the Recalled Ice Cream?
The FDA & Straus recall notices said there were no reported injuries at the time the recall was announced
But if you’ve already eaten some of the recalled ice cream don’t freak out. Metal fragments can be a problem if you swallow them – they can cause injury. If you start feeling any weird symptoms such as pain, having trouble swallowing, vomiting or just generally feeling off get in touch with a doctor
If the container is still available, hang onto the product details – a doctor, the retailer or even a company rep might ask you for the flavor, UPC & best-by date
Who Needs To Be Extra Careful?
If you’ve got kids, older adults or anyone in your household who is really sensitive to eating weird stuff in their food, you might want to keep a special eye out for recalled containers. The safest bet is to check the product before anyone eats it – especially if the container was already opened and put back in the freezer
Why Metal Fragments In Food Matter
Metal fragments in food aren’t about spoilage, bacteria or allergies – it’s about possible foreign objects getting into your food in specific ice cream lots.
That distinction is important because it means you shouldn’t go tasting, cooking or testing the product with your mouth. If it matches the recall list, just go through the company’s recall process, get rid of it – job done.
Does the Recall Affect All Straus Creamery Ice Cream?
No. The recall does not cover every Straus ice cream product. Straus says only the listed best-by dates for the affected flavors and sizes are included.
Many shoppers see a brand name in recall news and assume the whole product line is unsafe. In this case, the recall is limited. Check the flavor, size, UPC, and best-by date before throwing away unrelated Straus products.
Where Was the Recalled Ice Cream Sold?
Recall notices only list the states where the affected products were sold, not which individual stores had them on the shelves. A few news reports named some of the retailers that carried the affected ice creams: like Whole Foods Market, ShopRite, Kings Food Markets, and The Fresh Market. Still, it’s a good idea for customers to have a look at the UPC and best-by date on the container instead of trying to remember which store they bought it from.
Which is important because one store could be selling several different Straus products at the same time, and only a certain lots are part of the recall?
How to Report a Food Safety Issue
If you think a recalled food made you sick you should get in touch with Straus Family Creamery and also consider speaking with a doctor or other healthcare professional. You can also report any food safety concerns to the FDA’s consumer complaint channels. When filing a report, any information you can provide from the product label, such as the UPC, best-by date, the store where you bought it and even some photos can really help out.
Straus Creamery Ice Cream Recall Timeline – From Shelves to Recall
May 4 2026: Affected products started showing up on store shelves in all the states listed by Straus Family Creamery.
May 14, 2026: Straus issued a voluntary recall of select flavors and sizes of their Organic Ice Cream.
May 19, 2026: Straus finally updated their recall page which has all the consumer instructions, details about the affected products, how to get in touch with them and even how to get a replacement voucher if needed.
Freezer Check Before You Eat or Toss That Ice Cream
Before you even start to try to eat or get rid of that Straus ice cream container, check it out with this quick checklist:
- What’s the brand name on the container
- What’s the flavor
- What’s the size of the container
- What is the UPC code
- Check the best-by date that’s printed on the bottom of the container
- Double check the details against the recall list we have available
- If it’s on that list – do not eat it
- Before you get rid of it take a few photos
- Fill out the Straus recall form
- then finally toss the stuff
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Straus Creamery ice cream under a recall?
Straus Family Creamery has had to recall certain batches of their Organic Ice Cream because there’s a chance some of it might have fragments of metal mixed in. The recall specifically covers certain production runs that detail a specific list of flavors, sizes, UPCs and best-by dates.
Which Straus ice cream flavors are under a recall?
The products that have been recalled are – among others – Vanilla Bean, Strawberry, Cookie Dough, Dutch Chocolate and Mint Chip ice cream containers. There are seven specific products that match across these five flavor names.
Where are the states that are affected by the Straus Creamery Ice Cream Recall?
The states where these products were distributed are: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin.
Where do I find the best-by date on Straus ice cream?
Quite simply, the best-by date is written in black on the bottom of the container. The UPC is right by the barcode.
Can I still eat Straus ice cream if the flavor is listed out but the date is different?
It all depends on if the rest of the details match. The official recall notices only cover specific products by flavor, size, UPC and date, so if yours does not match up to those specific details, it isn’t one of the products that have been recalled.
What do I do with Straus ice cream that’s in the recall?
Don’t eat it – fill out the Straus recall form (you can even find it online), take a snap of the product details & then chuck the ice cream in the bin. Straus says no need to take it back to the store.
Have any people got hurt because of this?
No, we can’t find any reports of injury from either the FDA or Straus at the time of publishing.
Does the recall cover every single kind of Straus ice cream?
No – the recall only includes the specific products & batches that are listed as a part of it, not any other Straus ice cream products.
In a nutshell
The Straus Creamery Ice Cream Recall only affects a few select Organic Ice Cream products. The details you need to check are flavor, size, and UPC and best-by date. If you have one of these products, don’t eat it – fill out the Straus recall form, take a picture of the product and then chuck it.
