‘I’ve got to try these’ scream M&S shoppers rushing to buy ‘divine’ new biscuits that are a twist on a classic
M&S shoppers are rushing to buy "divine" new biscuits that are a twist on a classic.
The retailer has launched a version of the popular Bourbon biscuit and much-loved Custard Cream, both with extra cream.
A post was made to the Newfoodsuk Facebook group and it gained a lot of comments from biscuit lovers, but not everyone was saying the same thing.
The post read: "Extra Cream Bourbon Creams and Extra Cream Custard Creams spotted at M&S.
"We just had to compare these to the original ones and the extra cream ones are deffo a lot thicker."
One person said: "They are both lovely."
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Another added: "Chocolate-covered bourbons at M&S run do not walk. Thank me later."
A third person said: "I've always said they need to make double custard creams."
However, some biscuit fans were not convinced the new version looked any different from the original.
One person commented: "They look like they are exactly the same."
Another questioned: "Is it my eyesight or do they look the same."
Another person said: "The biscuits look thicker but not the cream.
TAKING THE BISCUIT
The Bourbon biscuit was first introduced in 1910 by the biscuit company Peek Freans, who are also responsible for the Garibaldi biscuit.
It is believed that the Custard Cream also originated around the same time in 1908.
The popular duo have stood the test of time and since then many biscuit makers and supermarkets have launched their brand versions.
We tried different supermarket custard creams and two supermarket bands beat McVities by a mile in a taste test.
We could not find the extra cream version of the M&S biscuits online to get a price, but the original M&S Custard Cream is 30p (20p per 100g) on the Ocado website.
The Bourbon biscuit is also available on Ocado for 35p per pack (23.3 per 100g) and there is also a milk chocolate coated version of both biscuits available for £2.50 per pack (£1.54 per 100g)
Most other supermarkets have their version of the biscuits, Aldi has its brand of Custard Cream priced at 37p (12.3p per 100g).
Tesco also has a version at 49p (12.2p per 100g) and Lidl also has a larger pack version for 49p (12.2p per 100g).
THAT'S NOT ALL
Meanwhile, Marks and Spencer fans have recently been celebrating after spotting another sweet treat returning to the shelves.
The retailer announced that the "Outrageously chocolatey biscuity egg" was back.
The egg is based on its popular Outrageously Chocolatey Biscuits that are popular with fans.
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The hollow milk chocolate egg is loaded with shortcake pieces and combines all of the "outrageously chocolatey tastiness" that fans love.
Also, we tested well-known supermarket own-brand Easter eggs - the winner beat M&S and tasted just like an iconic seasonal cake.
How can I save on my supermarket shop?
THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop.
You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they've been reduced.
If the food is fresh, you'll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money, as you'll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket.
Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too.
This means ditching "finest" or "luxury" products and instead going for "own" or value" type of lines.
Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they're misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you're on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too.
Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.