Several varieties of Pillsbury Pizza Pops sold in Canada have been recalled nationwide because they may be contaminated with pathogenic E. coli O26 bacteria, which can cause serious illness. The recall was issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) after an ongoing outbreak of E. coli infections was linked to these products.

E. coli contamination can make people sick even if the food looks and smells normal, so health officials are urging everyone to check their freezers and remove any recalled products immediately.

Full List of Recalled Pillsbury Pizza Pops Items

The recall covers multiple flavours and package sizes of Pillsbury Pizza Pops that have specific “Better If Used By” dates. The products include:

Affected Pizza Pops (All Flavors & Sizes)

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops 3 Cheese

    • 4‑count (380 g) – Better If Used By: 15JN2026WN, 16JN2026WN

    • 30‑count (2.85 kg) – Better If Used By: 15JN2026WN, 16JN2026WN

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops Pepperoni

    • 4‑count (380 g) – Better If Used By: 16JN2026WN, 17JN2026WN

    • 30‑count (2.85 kg) – Better If Used By: 17JN2026WN

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops Supremo Extreme Pepperoni + Bacon

    • 30‑count (3 kg) – Better If Used By: 17JN2026WN, 18JN2026WN

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops Pepperoni + Bacon

    • 4‑count (380 g) – Better If Used By: 18JN2026WN, 19JN2026WN

    • 30‑count (2.85 kg) – Better If Used By: 18JN2026WN, 19JN2026WN

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops 3 Meat

    • 4‑count (380 g) – Better If Used By: 19JN2026WN, 20JN2026WN, 21JN2026WN

  • Pillsbury Pizza Pops Deluxe

    • 4‑count (380 g) – Better If Used By: 14JN2026WN, 15JN2026WN

    • 8‑count (760 g) – Better If Used By: 08JN2026WN, 09JN2026WN

    • 30‑count (2.85 kg) – Better If Used By: 14JN2026WN, 15JN2026WN

Why Are These Products Being Recalled?

The recall was issued because the CFIA found a possible contamination with E. coli O26 — a strain of Escherichia coli bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. CFIA classifies this as a Class 1 recall, meaning the products pose a serious health risk.

The recall was prompted by an ongoing outbreak of E. coli infections traced back to these Pizza Pops products. As of the most recent update, dozens of people across multiple provinces have reported illnesses, with several hospitalizations linked to eating the contaminated items.

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Health Risks & Symptoms to Watch For

E. coli O26 infection can range from mild to severe. Common symptoms include:

  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Abdominal cramps

  • Watery or bloody diarrhea

In severe cases, infection can lead to dehydration, kidney damage, seizures, or other life‑threatening complications — especially in young children, older adults, or people with weakened immune systems.

What You Should Do

If you have any of the recalled Pizza Pops products in your home:

  1. Do not consume, serve, or sell them.

  2. Throw them away immediately or return them to the store where they were purchased.

  3. Check the “Better If Used By” dates and UPC codes listed above to confirm if your product is affected.

  4. If you think you’ve fallen sick after eating these products, contact your healthcare provider right away and mention the recall.

Why This Recall Matters

This recall is significant because Pizza Pops are a popular frozen snack, and contaminated products can easily spread illness if they remain in freezers or are eaten unknowingly. E. coli contamination cannot be detected by smell or appearance alone, so the recall is crucial for public safety.