Cadbury ditches 'best bar they've ever made' leaving fans devastated

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 Chocolate fans have been left devastated after Cadbury's have ditched 'they best chocolate they ever made'.

The Birmingham-based confectionary giant has discontinued the Peanut Caramel Crisp Bars, much to the upset of sweet-toothed foodies.

'Peanut Caramel Crisp Bars have been discontinued,' a spokesperson wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

'However, we still have lots of other chocolatey treats to try'.

'That sucks, it's our favourite,' one person wrote.

Chocolate fans have been left devastated after Cadbury's have ditched 'they best chocolate they ever made' (stock image)

The bar was launched  in April 2017 and at the time.

At the time Cadbury's Katrina Davison said: 'The UK is going nuts for nuts. 

 'We have once again made sure our fans can enjoy their favourite chocolate with a new taste and texture experience they will love. 

'The Big Taste range is all about generous layers and textures. Cadbury Dairy Milk Big Taste Peanut Caramel Crisp is the perfect example of why they're so great to share.'

 The chocolate has long been a fan favourite, with one writing online it should be 'illegal' as it's 'delicious but addictive'.    

'Amazing chocolate. Has soft, chewy, creamy and crunchy textures on the inside - tastes like a proper premium product,' wrote another.

It comes days after  Nestle UK has confirmed it will scrap Caramac bars.

Caramac has been axed by the brand who claim it's not as popular as others in their range but it's been a lifelong favourite for many Britons, with some now demanding that the confectionary company reverses its decision.

The Caramac has been axed by the brand after they revealed it's 'not as popular as others' in their range

The caramel-based chocolate bar first appeared on shelves in 1959, making it a staple for Generation X and beyond. It was created by confectionary firm Mackintosh's before the brand was taken over by Nestle in 1988.

But after 64 years, the iconic bar - which is made from condensed milk and treacle and doesn't contain chocolate - will be discontinued due to declining sales. 

The caramel-based bar – which is made from condensed milk and treacle and doesn't contain cocoa – first appeared on shelves in 1959, making it a staple for Generation X and beyond. It was created by confectionery firm Mackintosh's before the brand was taken over by Nestle in 1988.

Adverts saying it was 'as smooth as chocolate and as tasty as toffee' dominated airwaves in the fifties and sixties.

Taking to social media today, hundreds of fans have moaned it's their 'dad's favourite' or that the sweet treat 'reminds them of their grandparents'.

'My dad's favourite always get cancelled,' one foodie wrote on Facebook.

'It's appealing to the youths, I always associate caramilk with my grandparents,' another added.

The discontinuation of Caramac after 64 years follows the axing of other post-war staples including Toffo and Tooty Frooties.

Toffo was a British brand of toffee, produced by Mackintosh's, that was discontinued in 2005, at the same time as Cadbury's favourite Spira – a milk chocolate bar in a helix shape.

A year before Toffo was launched in 1964, Rowntrees launched Tooty Frooties, which was then cancelled in 2018.

A Nestle spokesman told MailOnline 'We are very sorry to disappoint fans of Caramac. 

'There has been a steady decline in its sales over the past few years and we had to make the difficult decision to discontinue it. 

'We know fans will be disappointed to see it go, but this change will enable us to focus on our best-performing brands, as well as develop exciting new innovations to delight our consumers' tastebuds.'

The forgotten bars of yesteryear: Other popular chocolates which fell by the wayside...

Mars Delight: 2004-2008

Only 18 people have signed a petition to support the reintroduction of Mars Delight bars

On May 15, 2020 Elizabeth Oliver launched a petition to bring back Mars Delight. 

She wrote: 'I believe this is one of the best chocolate bars that I have ever tasted and the dismay I felt when Mars took the decision to stop the production of one of my most savoured treats.

'I, with the support of those who share this passion for the chocolate that I love so much hope that Mars will bring the production of this amazing chocolate bar back (or at the very least a box I can get hold of).'

Unfortunately, only 25 people have signed her petition so far .  

Time Out: 1992-2016

A petition to bring back Time Out bars has been supported by 210 people 

Time Out bars were on the shelves for just shy of a quarter of a century before they were withdrawn in the year of Brexit. 

Taaha Rehman wants the snack returned to the shops and has launched his own petition. He wrote: 'The birth of my first child, my wedding day, making my first million; all are moments that can be dwarfed by the magnitude of the might [original] timeout bar.

'The delicious, smokey, wafer laced with chocolate inside sandwiched by another layer of the famous Cadbury chocolate, ment a bite of this wasn't a snack but, an experience. To call it a mear chocolate bar is itself a form of mild sacrilege.' 

Unfortunately, only 210 people share his view.  

Cadbury Spira: 1989-2005

Carla Jack in September 2018 launched her petition to bring back the Cadbury Spira bar

Carla Jack in September 2018 launched her petition to bring back the Cadbury Spira bar. 

She wrote: 'I think its time Cadbury started bringing back some of its golden oldies. I remember going swimming with school and using my locker money after to buy spira for the bus back to school. It was a classic, along side marble, dream and taz bars. Cadbury need to bring back some of these classics, lets see if there is anyone out there who feels the same.'

Unfortunately, only 280 people share her opinion.  

Cadbury Snowflake: 2000-2008 

Almost 7,300 people support the reintroduction of the Cadbury's Snow Flake bar

John Malogony launched his petition to bring back the Cadbury Snow Flake in June 2018. 

His appeal has been far more successful in attracting support than for those seeking the return of the other snacks. 

He wrote: 'In 2008 Cadbury broke hearts by discontinuing the Snow Flake (or Flake Snow). The bizarre decision still baffles people to this day and it needs to be rectified.

'Say it with me now: BRING. IT. BACK! BRING. IT. BACK!'

He has attracted 7,257 supporters, though this probably is not enough for Cadbury's to reintroduce the product. 

Cadbury Aztec 1967-1978

The Aztec consisted of nougat and caramel, coated with milk chocolate, and was packaged in a deep purple wrapper

The Aztec was a chocolate bar manufactured by Cadbury's from 1967.

It consisted of nougat and caramel, coated with milk chocolate, and was packaged in a deep purple wrapper.

Cadbury's introduced the Aztec to rival the Mars Bar, but it was taken off the market in 1978.

There was a brief revival in 2000 with the Aztec 2000, but it was once again discontinued shortly after. 

Cadbury Dairy Milk Marble 1976-2012

Dairy Milk Marble, which features a milk chocolate and white chocolate blend with a hazelnut praline centre is only available in Australia, having been discontinued in 2012

Despite being discontinued over a decade ago, B&M reintroduced the Dairy Milk Marble as a limited-time offering last year. Unfortunately, it did not become a permanent addition. 

Dairy Milk Marble was reportedly the number one request across Cadbury's Australian social media channels after it went off sale - and a petition to bring it back received over 20,000 signatures.

'Marble fans asked, and we've listened! It's the chocolate Cadbury fans have been demanding we bring back and we're so excited to see it return into people's homes and we wanted to ensure that they heard this great news first,' said Cadbury Marketing Manager Katrina Watson.

The treat, which features a milk chocolate and white chocolate blend with a hazelnut praline centre is only available in Australia, having been discontinued in 2012. 

Milky Way Crispy Rolls: 1994-2022

Milky Way Crispy Rolls, manufactured by Mars Wrigley UK, added crunchy wafer rolls to the classic, creamy Milky Way

Over 8,400 people signed a petition to save Milky Way Crispy Rolls after they vanished from supermarket shelves last year - however, this was unsuccessful.

The retro chocolate bar, manufactured by Mars Wrigley UK, added crunchy wafer rolls to the classic, creamy Milky Way.

It was produced for a total of 24 years before being discontinued in 2022.

KitKat Caramac: 2005-2007

A seamless blend of two favourite chocolate bars, the KitKat Caramac combined the KitKat's wafer with a sugary caramel coating

A seamless blend of two favourite chocolate bars, the KitKat Caramac combined the KitKat's wafer with a sugary caramel coating.

The limited edition chocolate bar was sold in 2005 and 2007, but hasn't been seen since.

Fox's Echo Bar: 2001-2011

Fox's Echo Bar made its debut in the early 2000s, but was discontinued after a few years

Fox's Echo Bar made its debut in the early 2000s, but was discontinued after a few years.

It included a combination of milk and white chocolate atop a crispy biscuit base. Additionally, a mint version was available.

Following the discontinuation of the bar some 12 years ago, Fox introduced the Velvety Bar as a replacement, although it didn't manage to win over fans. 

Cadbury Taz Bar: 1994-1998

The 90s cartoon character, created in milk chocolate and caramel, was released alongside a relaunch of the Freddo bars in 1994

Similar to the Freddo bar available today, the slab of Cadbury chocolate used to resemble Loony Tunes character, Taz The Tasmanian Devil.

The 90s cartoon character, created in milk chocolate and caramel, was released alongside a relaunch of the Freddo Bar in 1994.

Although it was a popular choice for pocket money treats, being priced at 5p, the Taz Bar was discontinued after a few years.

Cadbury Nuts About Caramel: 1999-2003 

The milk chocolate, filled with smooth caramel and whole hazelnuts, provided a twist on the classic caramel version

The original Nuts About Caramel chocolate bar launched in 1999 and remained on shelves for four years.

The milk chocolate, filled with smooth caramel and whole hazelnuts, provided a twist on the classic caramel version. 

However, it disappeared in 2003. 

Cadbury Fuse: 1996-2006

Fuse became Cadbury's fastest selling bar since the debut of Wispa in 1983

Launched in 1996, the Cadbury Fuse was a regular feature in lunchboxes until 2006, when it was discontinued in the UK. 

The Fuse Bar incorporated milk chocolate, nuts, raisins, cereal and fudge pieces. 

Fuse became Cadbury's fastest selling bar since the debut of Wispa in 1983.

A substantial marketing campaign lead to a nationwide launch of the product on 'FuseDay' - Tuesday, 24 September, 1996. 

Cadbury Dream: 2001-2002

Cadbury Dream is still manufactured in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa

Cadbury's Dream chocolate bar, made with real cocoa butter, gained a dedicated fanbase in the early 2000s.

However, despite its popularity, the treat was discontinued shortly after its 2001 launch.

It was reintroduced as Cadbury White in 2019, but struggled to attract a larger following. 

Cadbury Dream is still manufactured in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.