Chocolate fans overjoyed as ‘best' Maltesers return 11 years after being axed

Metro

22-05-2025

Maltesers fans, the moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived!
The chocolate brand, owned by Mars Wrigley, has just confirmed that the white chocolate version of the iconic treat is making a comeback after 11 years.
First launched in 2003, White Chocolate Maltesers were a fan-favourite before being discontinued in 2014 and people have spent more than a decade begging for them to return.
And now the prayers of chocolate lovers across the nation are being answered, as the sweet treat will hit superm a rket shelves once more next month.
For those who haven't had a chance to try them before, the sweets feature the classic crunchy centre that we all know and love, coated in a thin layer of white chocolate.
When they make their triumphant return, White Chocolate Maltesers will be available in treat bags, single bag and sharing bag formats from June 16.
You'll be able to find them in major supermarkets along with independent retailers too, so you won't have to go far to get your fix.
Prices for the products haven't yet been revealed, but retailers are usually able to set their own.
A spokesperson from Mars Wrigley said: 'We're delighted to bring Maltesers White Chocolate back for the passionate fans who have been anticipating their return for years! Maltesers is all about encouraging people to look on the light side of life and so definitely try them if you've not done so before.'
On social media, rumours of the product's return have been swirling since early May, with many sharing their joy over the news after it was teased by @johns_snackreviews.
An Instagram user named @holliexrobyn shared that the chocolates held sentimental value for her, saying: 'My uncle used to buy me these as he could only get them from shops near him. He passed in 2017 unexpectedly, these always make me think of him, so happy they're back.'
@greedysisterz_review_snacks branded them the 'best Maltesers' as @purplehairedholly said: 'They were top tier'.
Similarly, @little.fighting.tal wrote: 'The best news this year!!!!' And @claire_peachy1985 added: 'Omg yessssss finally […] These were amazing why did they ever stop them?'
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