Cadbury Marble fans are currently in a meltdown after finally getting their hands on their beloved block only to discover that it ‘doesn’t taste the same’.

It’s been 8 years since Marble was suddenly and inexplicably removed from supermarket shelves in what many people believe to be some of the darkest days in chocolate’s history.

One fan took to the Cadbury Australia Facebook page to say: “Anyone else agree it’s different? Why change the centre?”

A stream of commenters agreed. “The praline definitely tastes different. Not as creamy and much stronger hazelnut flavour I think,” someone added.

“I don’t remember it being that hazelnutty,” another wrote.

“Yeah, it’s a little different. Much more of a nutty flavour which is a shame. Old one was better but new one is still good.”

Cadbury Australia confirmed that there have been slight changes made to the recipe.

“Since we stopped making Cadbury Marble, we’ve invested in some significant upgrades to our chocolate making equipment. With different equipment, we’ve had to make some changes to the recipe to deliver the taste and texture Cadbury fans expect when they buy a block of Marble.

“One of the research and development team members that developed the original Cadbury Marble block has overseen the return of Cadbury Marble. She’s played a key role in ensuring the product delivers to taste, texture and appearance that is true to the original block.”

As someone who has tasted – or devoured, rather – a block of Cadbury Marble this week. My opinion is that it tastes the same, possibly even better than the original. But don’t take my word for it, Cadbury Marble has sold out online but it is still available in supermarkets for $5 a block.

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