Kroger Removes Controversial Juneteenth Cookie Cakes, Introduces New Bakery Items

Atlanta, GA – Following widespread public criticism regarding its Juneteenth-themed cookie cakes, a Kroger grocery store on Howell Mill Road in Atlanta has reportedly removed the controversial items from its shelves. A recent video update from a shopper shows the bakery section of the store, where the previously noted cookie cakes are no longer visible. Instead, the store's bakery now features a variety of other celebratory baked goods. Displays include cupcakes and rice crispy treats adorned with red, white, and blue sprinkles, alongside brownies, pies, and other standard bakery offerings. The change comes after social media users widely criticized Kroger for selling Juneteenth-themed cookies decorated with colors associated with the Pan-African flag, which many found to be culturally insensitive. The shopper in the video expressed relief at the absence of the original cookie cakes, noting that the store appeared to have replaced them with different items. This development suggests a response from the grocery chain to the public's feedback concerning its holiday merchandise.