According to News Week, Baltimore-based Atwater’s has announced a recall of its Spider Web Tarts after traces of undeclared almond flour were found in the dessert. This recall poses a significant risk to consumers with tree nut allergies.
Details of the Recall
The Spider Web Tarts were sold on October 19 and 20 at various farmers markets in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the tarts come packaged in clear clam shell plastic containers marked with a green “Spider Web Tart” label. Consumers can identify the recalled items by the Julian date of 292 printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Locations Affected
The following farmers markets sold the recalled tarts:
- Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market, Arlington, Virginia
- Westover Farmers Market, Arlington, Virginia
- Falls Church Farmers Market, Falls Church, Virginia
- H Street Farmers Market, Washington, D.C.
- Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, Washington, D.C.
- Dupont Circle Farmers Market, Washington, D.C.
- Silver Spring Farmers Market, Silver Spring, Maryland
- Greenbelt Farmers Market, Greenbelt, Maryland
Atwater’s clarified that these tarts were not sold at their retail locations.
Reason for the Recall
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that a product containing almonds was distributed in packaging that did not disclose the presence of almonds. An internal investigation revealed that the issue stemmed from a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and labeling processes.
Consumer Guidance
Consumers who purchased the recalled Spider Web Tarts are urged to contact Atwater’s directly for a refund. The company is available for inquiries Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET at 410-644-3435. Refund requests can also be made via email at info@atwatersfood.com.
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Health Impact and Industry Context
As of now, there have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. According to a report by Traceone, traces of unintended allergens have been the leading cause of food recalls from 2020 to 2024. Under federal law, major allergens—including peanuts, wheat, milk, tree nuts, soy, eggs, crustaceans, fish, and sesame—must be clearly indicated on food product labels. The second most common cause for recalls is bacterial contamination, including pathogens like salmonella, E. coli, or listeria.
Consumer Reactions
A Gallup survey conducted between July 1 and 21 revealed that 37 percent of Americans had discarded or returned food due to recalls or food safety advisories in the past year. Additionally, over half of those surveyed reported avoiding certain brands or food types due to previous recalls or advisories.
Consumers are reminded to stay vigilant and check product labels for allergen information to ensure their safety.
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