Maple Moon Peppermint Buckwheat Carob Bar 90g
A smooth carob bar with a cool burst of peppermint and activated buckwheat throughout for crunch. Four certified organic ingredients, handmade in Byron Bay. Caffeine free, no added sugar, no preservatives, no emulsifiers.
Maple Moon’s Peppermint Buckwheat Crisp bar is the most textural of the range. Where the Coconut & Goji bar is smooth with occasional fruit pieces, this one has activated buckwheat throughout - small, crunchy, popcorn-like pieces that give the bar a satisfying crisp against the smooth carob base. The peppermint oil (<1%) hits first as a clean, cool freshness that lingers, then the carob and buckwheat come through underneath.
Carob is naturally sweet and caffeine-free - a genuine chocolate alternative rather than a chocolate substitute, with its own mild, earthy, slightly caramel character. The cacao butter provides the smooth, melt-in-mouth texture without any caffeine compounds from cacao solids. The activated buckwheat has been soaked and dried to remove enzyme inhibitors, making it easier to digest and giving it a lighter, crispier texture than raw buckwheat.
Handmade and hand-packaged in Byron Bay by Maple Moon, a local carob bar brand founded by Carli as a stimulant-free nighttime treat.
Why people love it
- Four certified organic ingredients: carob powder, cacao butter, activated buckwheat, pure peppermint oil
- Activated buckwheat throughout for crunch - the crispiest texture in the Maple Moon range
- Pure peppermint oil for a clean, cool, refreshing flavour
- Naturally sweet - no added sugar, no refined sweeteners
- Caffeine free - no stimulants from cacao solids
- No preservatives, no stabilisers, no emulsifiers, no artificial additives
- Vegan, gluten free, dairy free
- Handmade and hand-packaged in Byron Bay by Maple Moon
- 90g bar
How to enjoy it
Eat at room temperature for the best texture - the bar softens slightly as it warms in your hands. The peppermint flavour is clean and cooling without being overpowering. Works well after dinner, as a mid-afternoon snack, or as a refreshing treat on a warm day.
Storage: store in a cool, dry, dark place between 15°C and 22°C. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat. Refrigerate in summer.
Ingredients
Carob Powder*, Cacao Butter*, Activated Buckwheat*, Pure Peppermint Oil (<1%).
*Certified Organic
Contains: buckwheat.
May contain traces of almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, and pecans.
Vegan. Gluten free. Dairy free. Caffeine free. No added sugar. No preservatives. No artificial additives.
Country of origin: Made in Australia from Australian and imported ingredients.
Also in the Maple Moon range at Santos
- Coconut & Goji Carob Bar 90g: smooth carob with coconut flakes and goji berries - the original Maple Moon flavour
- Peppermint Buckwheat Crisp Carob Bar (this product): cool peppermint with crunchy activated buckwheat
About Maple Moon
Maple Moon is a Byron Bay-based carob chocolate brand founded by Carli, who began making carob bars as a stimulant-free alternative to chocolate. Handmade and hand-packaged in Byron Bay using certified organic, vegan ingredients and eco-friendly packaging.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
