Moro (chocolate bar) facts for kids
Australia and New Zealand Moro
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| Type | Confectionery |
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| Owner | Mondelez |
| Related brands | Starbar |
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Moro is a yummy chocolate bar made by Cadbury. It has layers of gooey caramel and fluffy nougat. You can find it in Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East. It is similar to a Mars bar or an American-style Milky Way bar.
The name Moro was also used for a different bar in Ireland. That one had crunchy biscuit pieces! In 2015, the Irish Moro changed its name to "Boost". In Australia and New Zealand, a similar bar with biscuit is called Moro Gold.
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Moro Bars Around the World
Moro bars are enjoyed in different parts of the world. Each region has its own special version. Let's explore the Moro bars you might find in Ireland, Australasia, and the Middle East.
Irish Moro: A Taste of Home
The Moro bar in Ireland has a special mix of ingredients. It features soft nougat, crunchy biscuit pieces, and sweet caramel. All of this is covered in smooth chocolate. The wrapper is bright blue with the "Moro" logo in white.
In 2006, a new version called Moro Peanut was launched. It had peanuts and was sold in a red wrapper. In 2007, a limited-edition Coconut Moro bar came out. People sometimes called it the Bounty Moro. It had a white wrapper with a yellow and blue logo.
Moro in Australasia and the Middle East
The Moro bar in New Zealand and Australia has a black wrapper. The word "Moro" is written in yellow. Its slogan is "Get more go!" This is because it gives you lots of energy. This bar has a whipped nougat and caramel center. It is also covered in chocolate.
There are a few types of Moro in New Zealand. There is the regular Moro, and the Moro Double Nut. The Double Nut has both peanuts and hazelnuts. The Moro Gold is like the Irish Moro, with biscuit pieces. It is similar to the Boost Bar in Australia.
Moro is very popular in New Zealand. It has become a favorite, even more than the Mars Bar. Cadbury New Zealand says that a Moro bar is eaten every two seconds!
Deep-Fried Moro Bar: A Kiwi Treat
In New Zealand, especially in Dunedin, you can find a unique treat. Some fish and chip shops sell a Deep-fried Moro Bar! It is a fun alternative to the Deep-fried Mars bar.
Moro Production Changes
For a long time, Moro bars were made in New Zealand. In 2009, Cadbury New Zealand decided to move production to Australia. This meant that Moro bars were no longer made at the factory in Dunedin. By 2018, the Dunedin factory closed completely. All production moved overseas, mostly to Australia.
Moro in the UK: A Different Name
If you are in the UK, you will not find a chocolate bar called Moro. The Irish Moro bar is sold there under a different name. It is called Boost and comes in a similar blue wrapper. The peanut version of Moro is sold as the Starbar in the UK.
