Slimming World has announced its first-ever festive dessert, the Mince Pie Crumble, as part of a new range of ready meals available at Iceland Foods and The Food Warehouse. The dessert, priced at £4.00 for a two-pack, launches on 6th October alongside several other new products.
First festive dessert for dieters
The weight loss company said: "Joining the range is Slimming World’s first-ever festive dessert, the Mince Pie Crumble, offering a warming seasonal twist on a classic winter pudding." It combines the taste of traditional mince pies with a golden crumble topping and is high in fibre, offering "a simple and satisfying way to enjoy a festive favourite while staying on track".
The Mince Pie Crumble joins the Rhubarb, Strawberry and Apple and Apple, Blackberry and Cinnamon Crumbles, which launched earlier this year and have been popular with shoppers.
Fans react with excitement
The announcement has excited Slimming World followers. A post on the Slimming World With Amanda Ray Hastings and Bexhill page said: "HOT OFF THE PRESS! I am SOOOO excited!" Followers responded enthusiastically, with Jenny saying "Can't wait to try these," Melinda adding "Ooh love mincemeat will definitely buy these" and Melissa writing "These are going to be in my freezer."
Expanded range and promotions
The dessert is part of a wider expansion that includes curries, lasagne and burgers, launching over the coming days. Slimming World said the move aimed at "giving shopper even more choice" with an "exciting expansion" of the food range, including new "gourmet meals centres and a festive dessert".
The company said: "Responding to growing demand for quick, nutritious meal solutions, the expanded range introduces a variety of satisfying dishes designed to fit seamlessly into Slimming World’s healthy eating plan, Food Optimising." New products include Chicken Parmigiana, featuring two roasted chicken breasts topped with Regato cheese and a duo of sauces.
Other new items include Beef Bourguignon, Chicken Forestiere, Chicken Jalfrezi, Chicken Burrito Lasagne, Smashed Beef Burgers and Tomato & Mozzarella Pasta. Promotions across selected products include 3 for £10 and 3 for £12.50.
