Party Rainbow Chip Cake Mix (Betty Crocker) – E. Coli Risk (2016)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Betty Crocker Delights Super Moist Party Rainbow Chip Cake Mix, NET WT 15.25 OZ (432 g), Package, UPC package 1 00 16000 40997 9, Carton UPC: 000-16000-40997.
Brand
General Mills, Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Better if Used By dates: 25MAR2017, 28MAR2017, 27APR2017, 28APR2017, 23MAY2017, 24MAY2017, 25MAY2017
Products Sold
Better if Used By dates: 25MAR2017, 28MAR2017, 27APR2017, 28APR2017, 23MAY2017, 24MAY2017, 25MAY2017
General Mills, Inc is recalling Betty Crocker Delights Super Moist Party Rainbow Chip Cake Mix, NET WT 15.25 OZ (432 g), Package, due to Three flavors of Betty Crocker cake mix are being recalled by General Mills because of possible contamination with E. coli O121 associated with Gold M. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Three flavors of Betty Crocker cake mix are being recalled by General Mills because of possible contamination with E. coli O121 associated with Gold Medal Flour recall.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026