Cost of Favourite Chocolates Soars to New Heights - Are You Paying a Premium?
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We all get a little nostalgic when it comes to our favourite types of chocolate. Whether it’s the creamy flavour of a Cadbury Dairy Milk block, the crunchy texture of a KitKat, or the velvety texture of a bar of Violet Crumble — there’s nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a mouthwatering treat.
It’s no wonder that we sometimes find ourselves staring longingly at the lolly aisle whenever we pop into a supermarket, just hoping to catch a glimpse of our favourite treat on sale.
That’s why it’s pretty heartbreaking to know that some of our favourite chocolate varieties are costing us significantly more than they used to…
Woolworths shoppers recently took to social media to report the skyrocketing cost of chocolates.
Posts on Reddit pointed out that the price of Cadbury blocks had skyrocketed in the past few weeks, with a 180 g block now retailing for $5.50 and $9 for two on special.
'When did chocolate become so expensive in Woolies?' one disgruntled shopper wrote in their post, along with a photo of the chocolate blocks on display at their local store.
The post received over 900 replies from other customers who shared their thoughts, with many pointing out that the chocolates were previously sold in larger sizes at lower prices and attributing the recent cost increases to that strain of ‘shrinkflation’ we’ve all become familiar with.
One person wrote: ‘I’m sure these blocks used to be 220g before all this “new and exciting repackaging” is ridiculous.’
‘Pretty sure at one point they were 250g each,’ another said.
A third chimed in: ‘It was back in 2009. After that 250g went down to 200g. Then they gave us “10 per cent more” so back up to 220g, then back down to 200g and finally here we are at 180g.’
Not only this, but shoppers also believe that Cadbury has changed the recipe of their chocolate blocks as well.
Some attested that previously, the bars were filled with milk chocolate, but now they have been filled with more sugar and other ingredients to appear 'adequately' sized.
One comment read: ‘Most Cadbury blocks these days are full of stuff that's not chocolate - nuts, lollies, biscuits, jelly, caramel. All that stuff is cheaper by weight than cocoa products..’
‘The absolute worst thing they can do is change the recipe - it ruins the memories that you associate with taste,’ another pointed out.
Others accused the retailer of ripping off customers.
‘Considering these are made in Australia, $5.50 AUD for 180g is a rip-off. In NZ, the normal price is $3.80 NZD!’ shared one user.
Some shoppers were nostalgic for the days when snacks were more ‘affordable’.
'I used to buy choccies when they were priced at $2.50 on sale and Pringles when they were $2. But now that all just seems like a distant memory. It’s crazy,' one user said.
Meanwhile, several people found humour in the rising prices, with some users suggesting that it’s time for Aussies to go on a diet.
One user wrote: ‘Australia is going on a bloody diet at this rate. Expensive chips, expensive chocolate?’
‘On the positive side, it makes it easier to resist the temptation,’ another said.
As unfortunate as these price increases are, chocolate isn’t the only item that’s rising in price, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics releasing the latest cost of living index, stating that inflation is at its highest in 32 years, it is no surprise that prices of goods are now skyrocketing.
That’s why here at Seniors Discount Club, we encourage our members to be savvier with their shopping.
Here are some tips on how to stretch your budget and indulge in your favourite snacks in moderation:
1. Make a budget - Take some time to plan out your shopping list, keep in mind what you have at home, and shop with a full stomach so you don’t get tempted by all the sweet treats.
2. Research - Have a look at what supermarkets near you are offering and compare prices online to make sure you are paying the right price for the goods.
3. Look out for specials - Set up alerts on stores’ websites to be notified when specific products go on sale.
There you have it, folks! What are your thoughts on this? Better yet, do you have suggestions on how to satisfy your chocolate cravings without breaking the bank? Share them with us in the comments below! Currently, Maddie bakes a lot of cookies and brownies but with egg prices going up…
It’s no wonder that we sometimes find ourselves staring longingly at the lolly aisle whenever we pop into a supermarket, just hoping to catch a glimpse of our favourite treat on sale.
That’s why it’s pretty heartbreaking to know that some of our favourite chocolate varieties are costing us significantly more than they used to…
Woolworths shoppers recently took to social media to report the skyrocketing cost of chocolates.
Posts on Reddit pointed out that the price of Cadbury blocks had skyrocketed in the past few weeks, with a 180 g block now retailing for $5.50 and $9 for two on special.
'When did chocolate become so expensive in Woolies?' one disgruntled shopper wrote in their post, along with a photo of the chocolate blocks on display at their local store.
Woolworths shoppers reported the skyrocketing prices of Cadbury chocolates. Credit: Reddit.
The post received over 900 replies from other customers who shared their thoughts, with many pointing out that the chocolates were previously sold in larger sizes at lower prices and attributing the recent cost increases to that strain of ‘shrinkflation’ we’ve all become familiar with.
One person wrote: ‘I’m sure these blocks used to be 220g before all this “new and exciting repackaging” is ridiculous.’
‘Pretty sure at one point they were 250g each,’ another said.
A third chimed in: ‘It was back in 2009. After that 250g went down to 200g. Then they gave us “10 per cent more” so back up to 220g, then back down to 200g and finally here we are at 180g.’
Not only this, but shoppers also believe that Cadbury has changed the recipe of their chocolate blocks as well.
Some attested that previously, the bars were filled with milk chocolate, but now they have been filled with more sugar and other ingredients to appear 'adequately' sized.
One comment read: ‘Most Cadbury blocks these days are full of stuff that's not chocolate - nuts, lollies, biscuits, jelly, caramel. All that stuff is cheaper by weight than cocoa products..’
‘The absolute worst thing they can do is change the recipe - it ruins the memories that you associate with taste,’ another pointed out.
Others accused the retailer of ripping off customers.
‘Considering these are made in Australia, $5.50 AUD for 180g is a rip-off. In NZ, the normal price is $3.80 NZD!’ shared one user.
Some shoppers were nostalgic for the days when snacks were more ‘affordable’.
'I used to buy choccies when they were priced at $2.50 on sale and Pringles when they were $2. But now that all just seems like a distant memory. It’s crazy,' one user said.
Several shoppers accused Cadbury of ripping off. Credit: Cadbury Australia.
Meanwhile, several people found humour in the rising prices, with some users suggesting that it’s time for Aussies to go on a diet.
One user wrote: ‘Australia is going on a bloody diet at this rate. Expensive chips, expensive chocolate?’
‘On the positive side, it makes it easier to resist the temptation,’ another said.
As unfortunate as these price increases are, chocolate isn’t the only item that’s rising in price, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics releasing the latest cost of living index, stating that inflation is at its highest in 32 years, it is no surprise that prices of goods are now skyrocketing.
That’s why here at Seniors Discount Club, we encourage our members to be savvier with their shopping.
Here are some tips on how to stretch your budget and indulge in your favourite snacks in moderation:
1. Make a budget - Take some time to plan out your shopping list, keep in mind what you have at home, and shop with a full stomach so you don’t get tempted by all the sweet treats.
2. Research - Have a look at what supermarkets near you are offering and compare prices online to make sure you are paying the right price for the goods.
3. Look out for specials - Set up alerts on stores’ websites to be notified when specific products go on sale.
There you have it, folks! What are your thoughts on this? Better yet, do you have suggestions on how to satisfy your chocolate cravings without breaking the bank? Share them with us in the comments below! Currently, Maddie bakes a lot of cookies and brownies but with egg prices going up…
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