Aussie-made Elixinol Wellness’ Mt Elephant brand ‘buttermylk’ pancake mix pulled from the shelves over allergy fears
An Australian-made pancake mix advertised as ‘nutritionist-made’ and vegan friendly has been urgently recalled after it was found to contain milk.
Food Standards Australia on Friday issued a recall for Elixinol Wellness’ Mt Elephant brand ‘buttermylk’ mix due to its ‘undeclared allergen’.
Buyers of Byron Bay pancake mix with a milk allergy or intolerance have been urged by the food authority to ‘not consume this product’.
Food Standards Australia on Friday issued a recall for Elixinol Wellness’ Mt Elephant brand ‘buttermylk’ mix due to its ‘undeclared allergen’
“Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund,” the notice said.
‘All consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.’
The 230g pancake mix was sold nationally and online in Coles and Woolworths stores.
The affected packages are marked with expiration dates: October 9, October 10 and December 19, 2024.
The 230g pancake mix was sold nationally and online in Coles and Woolworths stores with best before dates of October 9, October 10 and December 19, 2024.
Products sold with an expiration date of March 19, 2025 are also included in the recall.
According to its website, Elixinol Wellness sells largely hemp-derived and “other plant-based nutraceuticals, skin care and nutritional products.”
The packaging of the ‘buttermyk’ pancakes claims that the product is gluten-free and vegan, with no preservatives.
Although milk is gluten-free, it is generally not considered vegan-friendly.