Beloved chocolate treat by Mars returns to supermarket - but people say it looks more like mayonnaise
A much-loved sweet treat from the makers of some of the UK's favourite chocolate bars is back in supermarkets - but not everyone is impressed with the packaging.
Mars has re-released its dessert sauce, which first hit shelves in May 2022, though some shoppers have been dismayed by its appearance.
The £2 sauce, currently available in Iceland, has been criticised for looking like 'flavoured mayo' - a far less appealing prospect than a sugary syrup inspired by the famous nougat and caramel milk chocolate bar.
When a fan posted a picture of the bottle on Facebook - along with images of the Bounty and Snickers versions - he was simply sharing his excitement that the sauces were 'back at Iceland'.
Yet the product's packaging of a predominantly white squeezy bottle sent one shopper into a spin.
'Terrible choice of bottle colour... I thought they were flavoured mayos at first', they commented beneath the post.
While the bottles all have branded labels on them, it's feasible that they could be confused with the squeezy mayonnaise products that have become popular thanks to brands like Hellmann's.
Other Facebook users appeared simply excited about the return of the sweet sauce, with a number of people tagging their friends to make them aware of its reappearance.
A Facebook user was confused by the packaging of the Mars dessert sauce
Earlier this week, another beloved treat was rumoured to be returning to UK shelves - prompting delight in some sweet-toothed snackers.
White chocolate Maltesers were launched in 2003 but were axed in 2014 with the manufacturer - Mars Wrigley citing low sales.
However, many lamented the loss of the product, and a petition was launched in 2017, calling for its return, with a number of X users writing about their love of the white chocolate treat.
One said: 'White chocolate Maltesers were the best thing I've ever had and i need them back.'
Another added: 'Like Maltesers white chocolate that was sooo good as well.'
A third simply asked: 'Why did they discontinue white Maltesers?'
Now, it appears the snack may well be coming back to shops across the UK, with reports that they could be available again soon.
According to influencer johns_snackreviews, the return date is not yet confirmed.
In a post on Instagram, he wrote: 'White Maltesers are BACK!!!! Coming soon to the UK!
'After being discontinued from 2014, they're back after huge public demand. Expected mid June - start of July release.
'NB: dates might not be 100% accurate. Unsure which shop will have them first, but they'll be in all shops eventually.'
People took to the comments section of the post to share their delight about the news.
One fan of the product wrote: 'NO WAY. These were me favourite back in day I was only taking about them the other day as well. Will definitely be stocking up on these.'
Another added: 'This better be real. I've wanted these bad boys to make a comeback for so long!! Remember when they used to do the buckets of them!!'
X users lamented the discontinuation of the snack - more than 10 years after it was taken off shelves
And a third wrote: 'NO!!!! Please don't let this be a tease!! Omg!!!!!! John I could kiss you!!'
'My favourite,' another said.
While a further Instagram user wrote: 'OMG YESSS FINALLY!!!'
Another added: 'Should never have even been discontinued. Hope they still taste the same.'
'This is exciting,' said a sweet-toothed fan of the snack.
And a further user described it as 'a rare win for the UK'.
Speaking recently to Sky News, when asked about whether white chocolate Maltesers will be making a comeback, a Mars Wrigley UK spokesperson hinted that a return could be on the cards.
They said: 'We're always listening to the fans of our chocolate and fruity treats, which is why we're constantly innovating our ranges.
'Whilst White Chocolate Maltesers aren't currently on shelves, we're pleased to offer many delicious alternatives such as M&M's, and of course, our original Maltesers.
'We've always got an ear to the ground and recognise the enduring love for old favourites, so stay tuned for some epic comebacks that could be happening soon… Watch this space!'
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