I have a bit of a gummy bear addiction.
During a Walt Disney World visit in December, I was distressed to find that the epic giant gummy bears had completely vanished from Epcot’s Germany pavilion. Yes, I know that they’re readily available elsewhere, but I found it comforting to walk by and admire their shiny, sugary smiles each time I walked the World Showcase.
Fast forward a few weeks later to another trip and another loop around the Showcase. Still no giant gummies, but in their place was a new product, Choco Gomis, a dual layer chocolate bar with embedded gummy bears. I had never seen anything as glorious as this, even on my recent trip to gummy-centric Germany.
Obviously this was a must purchase item.
I bought both the blue and pink packages, thinking that they were different flavors, but as it turns out, they were exactly the same.
Opening the wrapper reveals a thin sliver of milk chocolate, topped by a more substantial layer of white “yogurt” chocolate. Nestled in each square is one perfect glossy gummy bear.
For the amount of candy you get, the bars are a little pricey, but the OMIGOSH SO CUTE factor handily compensates. Seriously, I just wanted to stare at the gummy glory before digging in.
As for the taste, you really do get a yogurt tang. The white chocolate is a bit more sour than you’ll find in the United States. It’s not unpleasant, but perhaps not exactly what you’re expecting. The gummies themselves are firm and sweet, a nice counterbalance to the yogurt.
Despite the packaging and the near anime cuteness of the bar, this may be a treat that has a taste appeal more for adults than children. My kids thought they were fine, but not terrific, but I quite enjoyed the flavor.
So folks, will Choco Gomies be a part of your next Epcot adventure? Let us know in the comments below.
Erin Foster is the Disney Food for Families columnist and a behind-the-scenes guru here at Disney Food Blog! Check out more of her posts here.
pigletyyz says
OMG, this is an absolute must purchase on my next spin through Germany. Could it be.any cuter?
Christa M. says
Want!!!!
Jenn says
My favorite candy of all time is chocolate covered gummybears… but I hate white chocolate. 🙁 Ugh! This just made me sad. haha!
Christine Carey says
In the future it would be helpful if you take your pictures of the ingredients closer up. From your picture I can’t tell if these are gluten-free or not. Thanks.