The recipe for Twiglets has changed, and Christmas snack fans are not happy (2024)

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The recipe for Twiglets has changed, and Christmas snack fans are not happy? ›

Twiglets fans have said "RIP" after a recipe change "ruined" their favourite snack. Reddit users have spoken out over noticing a change in the divisive and controversial crisps, which have reportedly undergone a recipe change to include "less salt". A Reddit user wrote: "Twiglets taste like s*t now.

Pladis is reformulating Twiglets to make the longstanding snack brand HFSS-compliant. Twiglets has been given a new recipe containing 60% less salt, alongside a major rebrand playing up “the benefits the snack can offer shoppers”, according to Pladis.

The change is apparently down to a lower sodium content - which is great, but that doesn't explain why they burn them to a crisp?! The overcooking burns the yeast extract coating which makes the taste horrible and bitter. They used to be unbeatable, now they're inedible!

Twiglets are a wheat-based snack marketed in the United Kingdom that have a "distinctive knobbly shape" similar to that of twigs and a speckled-brown-over-pale-colour appearance. The taste of Twiglets, which has been compared to that of Marmite, primarily derives from the yeast extract used in the coating.

Jacob's Twiglets Snacks 150g | Sainsbury's.

These nobbly, twig-like wheat snacks have stood the test of time over the past century. Whilst they do have a distinctly Marmite-taste, the crisps haven't gone near a jar of the stuff. They are however coated in yeast extract which explains the flavour (and their divisive nature).

Twiglets are made with wholegrain, providing bran, as well as yeast extract — both are high in zinc. A 40g serving also provides nearly a third of your daily vitamin E, another nutrient important for immunity, but also 1g of salt, so do keep an eye on your portion size.

There have been other flavours of twiglet though - worcester sauce springs to mind which might be the one you've got - if it is standard twiglet though it does sound wrong as the taste should be umami not sour. They taste a little bitter but not sour.

Mask the burnt flavours

Another option is to try and drown out the strong charcoal flavours using ingredients that are equally as dominant. For example, vinegar, red wine or white wine. You could also try chilli or garlic, depending on the dish.

Dysgeusia is a type of taste disorder that causes food to taste different than it should. It is often caused by a temporary condition such as a cold, allergies, or pregnancy. However, it is sometimes caused by something long-term such as dementia or Parkinson's disease.

Why do dogs like Twiglets? ›

Some dogs seem to really enjoy these salty snacks though, probably because of their obvious crunch and savoury flavour. Twiglets don't contain any toxic ingredients, so your pooch will probably be alright if they snuffle one or two off the floor.

Twiglets are whole-wheat crunchy knobbly sticks, made to look like twigs. They have a sticky Marmite flavor coating on them which gives them the zesty and zingy taste. Jacobs Twiglets don't feel greasy like crisps do. Twiglets are marketed as a more "healthy" snack because they are baked, rather than fried.

Introducing the perfect blend of two British icons: Golden Wonder chips and Marmite spread! These crispy chips are coated with the savory and tangy taste of Marmite, a staple in British kitchens.

Manufacturer Pladis reformulated Twiglets to make them healthier, in a bid to get around new HFSS regulations that restricts the promotion of certain foods.

Jacob's Twiglets 6 X 23g | ALDI.

Brand. All in the way we make it... we bake it for a light & crunchy bite!

They have a sticky Marmite flavor coating on them which gives them the zesty and zingy taste. Jacobs Twiglets don't feel greasy like crisps do. Twiglets are marketed as a more "healthy" snack because they are baked, rather than fried. Open up a Twiglets bag and enjoy the rich, wheaty and savory smell!

Wholewheat Flour (80%), Vegetable Oils (Sunflower, Palm), Flavouring [Yeast Extract (Barley), Salt, Vegetable Extract (Carrot)], Salt, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, White Pepper. Contains: Wheat.

Lay the twiglets on a greased baking sheet and brush all over with melted butter. Sprinkle a little sea salt over and bake for about 20 minutes until crisp and golden. Serve warm with our fruity champagne co*cktails.