Marks & Spencer shoppers have been sharing their excitement after two brand-new puddings landed on the supermarket's shelves this week. Hailed as the "ultimate" indulgence for fans of a "picky bits" tea, the desserts are perfectly suited to the ongoing heatwave.
New Puddings Announced on Social Media
"New in the M&S Foodhall - the home of picky bits just got even sweeter," M&S proclaimed in an Instagram post, accompanied by an appetising image of the treats. Customers can choose between 'fresh 'n' fruity' or 'chocolatey 'n' indulgent' options, and for those unable to visit a Foodhall in person, both are available for home delivery via Ocado. "The ultimate picky bits pudding has just dropped!" M&S enthused.
Product Details and Pairings
Elaborating on the new treats, they continued: "Perfectly paired with fresh strawberries or shortbread fingers, our first-to-market Strawberries and Cream Dip and small batch Chocolate and Pistachio Dip are this summer's sweet picnic essentials." The Strawberry and Cream pudding boasts a silky strawberry compote mixed with natural Greek style yoghurt. The Chocolate and Pistachio variant, meanwhile, combines Fairtrade Belgian and Italian chocolate with British cream and smooth pistachio.
Customer Reactions
One delighted customer exclaimed: "Finally the perfect picnic pud!" A second shopper mused: "Is there anything food wise M&S can't do?" A third person exclaimed: "Omg I hope my store has them. Still waiting to see the new trifle and éclairs." While a fourth Instagram user remarked: "We're doing a picky bits run on Saturday morning for National Picky Bits day so we will be getting these!"
Product Descriptions from M&S Website
M&S provides additional details about the 170g puddings on its website. "Our Strawberry and Cream Fruity Dip pairs sweet strawberry compote with full-fat soft cheese, cream and Greek-style yogurt," the retailer explains. "Rich and velvety with a fresh berry tang, it's smooth enough for spooning and lightly whipped for an airy finish." And regarding the chocolate variant, M&S declares: "Break out the churros, biscuits or strawberries and dunk them in our Chocolate and Pistachio Velvety Dip. This chocolatey nut custard is topped with crunchy pistachio pieces and is guaranteed to go viral." Each product will cost shoppers £3.25.
