Juniper Granola Recalls Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Allergens

The company discovered some products may contain undeclared milk and soy, posing a serious health risk for consumers with allergies.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Juniper Granola, LLC., a snack bar company based in Rochester, New York, is recalling its Chocolate Cherry and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars due to the potential presence of undeclared milk and soy. The recall was issued after the company became aware of one customer reporting an allergic reaction. An investigation found the issue was caused by an oversight in the company's sourcing process, leading to non-vegan chocolate chips containing the allergens being used in production.

Why it matters

This recall is important because undeclared allergens can pose a serious health risk for people with food allergies. Consuming products with undeclared milk or soy can trigger severe and potentially life-threatening reactions. The recall highlights the need for strict allergen controls in food manufacturing to protect consumer safety.

The details

Juniper Granola is recalling its Chocolate Cherry and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars that were distributed in New York State in January. The recalled products can be identified by batch labels L1300 or L1301 on the back of the bar pouch. The company says the issue was caused by an oversight that led to non-vegan chocolate chips containing milk and soy being used in production, despite Junebars typically being made with dairy-free and soy-free ingredients.

  • The company announcement was dated Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.
  • The FDA published the recall alert on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026.

The players

Juniper Granola, LLC.

A snack bar company based in Rochester, New York that issued the recall.

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The federal agency that published the recall alert.

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What’s next

Consumers who have purchased the recalled Junebars are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The takeaway

This recall highlights the importance of strict allergen controls in food manufacturing to protect consumer safety. Companies must be vigilant in their sourcing and production processes to ensure products do not contain undeclared allergens that could trigger severe reactions in people with food allergies.