Smooshed Wholefood and Protein Balls recalled after pieces of metal found inside popular snack

A popular snack has been recalled after pieces of metal were found inside the health treat.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) issued the recall of Smooshed Wholefood and Protein Balls by Tasti Products Limited after the “presence of foreign matter”, later confirmed to be metal, was found inside their products.

The snacks have been available for sale at both Coles and Woolworths stores nationally.

The ACCC said a number of the products had been declared a safety hazard and the bits of metal may cause illness or injury if consumed.

“Consumers should not eat this product,” they said.

“Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund.

“Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.”

Products that are being recalled include:

• Smooshed Cacao Brownie Wholefood Balls 69g Date Marking: 17 JUL 26
• Smooshed Berry Cashew & Cacao Wholefood Balls 69g Date Marking: 07 JUL 26
• Smooshed Peanut Butter & Caramel Wholefood Balls 69g Date Marking: 21 MAY 26, 26 MAY 26, 26 JUN 26 and 01 JUL 26
• Smooshed Cacao Brownie Wholefood Balls Tub 207g Date Marking: 11 AUG 26
• Smooshed Peanut Butter & Caramel Wholefood Balls Tub 207g Date Marking: 04 AUG 26
• Smooshed Dark Cacao Brownie Protein Balls Tub 174g Date Marking: 14 MAY 26
• Smooshed Raspberry Brownie Protein Balls Tub 174g Date Marking: 22 MAY 26

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