FDA Elevates Lidl Gelatelli Gelato Recall to Class I Due to Listeria Contamination Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded the recall of Lidl's Gelatelli Coffee and Vanilla Gelato to a Class I recall, its highest risk classification. This decision follows confirmed positive test results for *Listeria monocytogenes*, a dangerous foodborne bacterium. Lidl US initially issued a voluntary recall for 1,122 pints of Naturally Flavored Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce & Cookie Pieces on October 16, 2026. The FDA's enforcement alert, issued on November 3, confirmed the presence of Listeria, prompting the elevated classification. The affected product is the 16-ounce size with UPC 4 056489 722458 and an expiration date of March 26, 2028. It was sold in Lidl stores across Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and the District of Columbia between July 19 and October 15, 2026. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for this specific product and avoid consumption.
