Mini Eggs are a personal favorite of mine, and I always look forward to indulging in them during the Easter season. The delightful aroma, satisfying crunch, and charming pastel colors make them a top choice among Easter treats. Despite being a premium brand, they are not always readily available and can be a bit pricey. To explore more affordable options, I decided to sample various supermarket own-brand versions to see if any could rival the original.
Major supermarkets offer their own budget-friendly alternatives to the popular Mini Eggs, all priced more economically than the branded version. I purchased packets from Aldi, Lidl, M&S, and Asda for a comparative tasting experience. While I had never tried these alternatives before, I was eager to see how they stacked up against the iconic Cadbury’s Mini Eggs.
After sampling each product, one clear winner emerged that surpassed even the original Mini Eggs. I was impressed by the quality and taste, and I plan on stocking up on them before Easter arrives. Starting with the Cadbury’s Mini Eggs, I appreciated the familiar taste and texture that makes them a perennial favorite. However, as Easter approaches, availability can become limited, with some supermarkets selling out. The 80g packets typically retail for around £2, equivalent to approximately £2.50 per 100g.
Moving on to Asda’s own-brand milk chocolate mini eggs, priced at just £1.12 for an 80g pack or £1.40 per 100g, they offered a more affordable option compared to Cadbury. While the taste was decent, it did not quite match the premium quality of the original. As a result, they fell in the middle of my ranking, receiving a score of 2.5 out of 5.
Next, the Mister Choc eggs, priced at £1.15 for 80g, provided a budget-friendly option but lacked the same quality as the top contenders. Despite a pleasant taste after overcoming a tough texture, they still paled in comparison to the leading Mini Eggs, earning a rating of 1 out of 5.
Aldi and Lidl’s own-brand Mini Eggs offered a more accessible option, though they did not stand out in taste compared to the premium brands. The Choceur Mini Eggs from Aldi, priced at £3.39 for 256g, were considered mid-tier with a slightly bland chocolate taste. While not unpleasant, they failed to deliver the rich and creamy flavor expected from Mini Eggs, resulting in a rating of 2 out of 5.
On the other hand, M&S’s own-brand Mini Eggs exceeded expectations with their generous size, perfect chocolate-to-shell ratio, and impressive taste. Priced at £1.79 for a 90g bag or £1.94 per 100g, they offered a more affordable yet premium alternative to Cadbury’s. The addictive filling and overall quality earned them a perfect five-star rating from me.
In conclusion, M&S’s Mini Eggs proved to be a standout choice among the supermarket own-brand alternatives, offering a delightful and affordable option for Easter indulgence.