The Easter Egg Controversy

Recently, social media has been buzzing with claims that Cadbury has removed the word “Easter” from its chocolate eggs. However, this is not true. Cadbury confirms that all its Easter shell eggs sold in the UK prominently feature the word “Easter” on their packaging. The confusion seems to stem from images of eggs made by Nestlé, which sometimes do not include “Easter” on their packaging.

Cadbury’s Commitment to Easter

As Easter approaches, misinformation has circulated about Cadbury’s products. A spokesperson for Mondelēz International, the parent company of Cadbury, clarified that the brand has been using the term “Easter” in its marketing for over a century. They emphasized that all Cadbury Easter shell eggs clearly reference the holiday, often multiple times on the packaging.

Halal Status Explained

While most Cadbury chocolates are suitable for those following a halal diet—since they primarily contain milk and eggs—they are not officially “halal certified.” The term “halal” refers to food that is permissible under Islamic law, and manufacturers can seek certification to prove compliance with these dietary guidelines. Cadbury encourages consumers with dietary restrictions to check the nutritional information on their packaging.

Misleading Social Media Images

The social media posts in question also feature chocolate eggs from other brands, such as Rolo, Aero, Smarties, and Milkybar, which are produced by Nestlé. In fact, Full Fact found that some of these products, like the “sea splash” Smarties egg, do not mention “Easter” on their packaging. A Nestlé spokesperson stated that while many of their Easter-themed products do not explicitly reference the holiday, it was not a deliberate choice to omit the term.

Other Brands in the Mix

Additionally, the posts included a Maltesers egg made by Mars, which does mention “Easter” on its packaging. Full Fact is currently seeking comments from Mars regarding their products.

The Importance of Fact-Checking

This situation highlights the need for caution when sharing information from social media. Misinformation can spread quickly, so it’s essential to verify claims before passing them along. Full Fact is dedicated to fact-checking potentially misleading content on platforms like Facebook, and they encourage users to be discerning about the information they encounter.

In summary, Cadbury has not removed the word “Easter” from its chocolate eggs, and while their products are generally suitable for halal diets, they are not certified as such in the UK.

Original Article:

Full Fact. (2025, April 17). Are Cadbury Easter chocolate eggs halal? https://fullfact.org/online/cadbury-easter-chocolate-eggs-halal/