Publix Ice Cream Recall Hits Florida Over Undeclared Egg Allergen

A popular Publix Ice cream is being voluntarily recalled across Florida and five other states after a packaging error led to an undeclared allergen warning.

The issue centers on half-gallon containers of Publix Rich & Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream which may actually contain French Vanilla ice cream.

This mix-up is critical because the French Vanilla recipe contains egg, an ingredient not listed on the vanilla container's label.

For individuals with a severe egg allergy, consuming the mislabeled product could result in a serious or even life-threatening allergic reaction.

The specific product affected is marked with the UPC 41415 03043 and has a sell-by date of "June 19, 2026 A".

Officials from the Lakeland-based grocery giant stated that some containers might also have a mismatched French Vanilla lid, providing a potential clue to the incorrect contents.

The recall impacts stores in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee, and most of Florida.

However, Publix locations in Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Tampa, and Sarasota are not affected by this particular recall.

Publix confirmed that as a precautionary measure, all potentially affected ice cream has been swiftly removed from store shelves.

Encouragingly, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the product mix-up to date.

The company is urging customers who have purchased the recalled ice cream to return it to their local store for a full refund.

This food safety alert comes as Publix continues to expand its presence in its home city of Lakeland, with a new prototype store featuring expanded deli offerings and a Pours area under construction on South Florida Avenue.

The commitment to customer safety remains a top priority for the beloved Florida grocery chain.

Publix customer care can be reached with any additional questions about the ice cream recall.

FAQ

What Publix Ice cream is being recalled?

One lot of Publix Rich & Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream in a half-gallon container with a sell-by date of "June 19, 2026 A" is part of the voluntary recall.

Why was the ice cream recalled?

The recall was issued because the vanilla ice cream container may actually hold French Vanilla ice cream, which contains an undeclared egg allergen, posing a risk to those with egg allergies.

What should I do if I bought the recalled ice cream?

Consumers who purchased the product should not consume it and can return it to any Publix store for a full refund.