Maltesers chocolate balls

Maltesers is a popular confectionery brand featuring a malted milk center surrounded by milk chocolate. Originally created by Forrest Mars Sr. in the United Kingdom in 1936, they were first sold in 1937 and marketed as "energy balls" and a weight-loss aid for women.

Today, the brand is owned by Mars, Incorporated, a global leader in snacking, pet care, and food products based in the United States. Maltesers are manufactured in several locations worldwide to meet global demand, with primary production facilities in the United Kingdom (Slough), Australia (Ballarat), and parts of Europe. Mars maintains a significant presence in the Spanish market through its subsidiary Mars Iberia, which manages distribution and local marketing.