THE controversial Cadbury Creme Egg cookie has returned to Domino’s menus – despite last year’s backlash against the sugar and fat content.
Furious politicians said the pizza chain’s bosses “should be ashamed of themselves” for introducing the sweet treat.
The 370-calorie cookies come in boxes of four and each contains a whole creme egg wrapped in dough.
The collaboration between Domino’s and Cadbury was branded “disgusting by Lord Bethell of Romford.
“This is disgusting. A whole Cadbury cream egg in a Domino’s Cookie.
“These are serious corporate food companies. What are they thinking?
“The executive team, the board and the shareholders should be ashamed of themselves.”
Despite this, Dominoes has excitedly announced that they will be added to menus from February 24.
Louise Pilkington, Director of Innovation at Domino’s said: “There’s a reason Domino’s Cookies made with Cadbury Creme Egg are back for the second year in a row.
“They were an instant hit last year, and we know you’ll love them just as much this time round.
“This partnership is a match made in dessert heaven. Combining our iconic cookies with the gooey delight of Cadbury Creme Egg creates an indulgent experience like no other. This is a delicious reunion not to be missed.”
A spokesperson for Domino’s said that their customers tend to share their cookies and added that they are no worse than many other high street treats.
“These special edition cookies bring together two much loved, iconic brands and are designed to be a delicious pre-Easter treat which can be shared,” they said in a previous statement.
“At just over 370 calories per cookie, they are in line with the content of many other treats available on the high street such as frappes and croissants.
“We know our customers love to share our existing cookies, and we expect they will do the same with the new Creme Egg cookies.”
The pizza giant also introduced smaller 600-calorie pizzas and wraps for under 450 calories.
It has also launched vegan dishes, adding: “We are serious about our role in helping customers manage their nutritional intake and maintain a balanced diet with less sugar, fat and salt, as well as fewer calories.”
The Sun has contacted Domino’s and Cadbury for comment.
