Aldi shoppers are raving about a tasty bakery dupe that has them turning their backs on Greggs.
Fans have deemed the yummy dupe “better than Greggs”.
Shoppers are hurrying to Aldi to snap up the tasty new Greggs bakery dupe[/caption]
The Crestwood Sausage Rolls, sold in a pack of four for just £1.19, have taken social media by storm.
A savvy shopper posted the bargain find on the Aldi UK Shoppers Facebook group, urging other shoppers to snap up the Greggs dupe.
Others have commented, praising Aldi’s sausage rolls, which many believe rival Greggs in quality and price.
One shopper said: “Love these—taste just as good as Greggs but nowhere near as expensive!”
Another added: “I swear by them—only ones I’ll eat!”
Fans of the Crestwood rolls also rave about how easy they are to prepare.
“Absolutely, and easy to do in the air fryer too,” one shopper said.
Another commented, “They taste lovely, I’m addicted to them, and they’re cheap!”
Aldi’s sausage rolls have earned a growing fan base thanks to their affordability and convenience.
One user shared: “Looks delicious. Had them a few times—they’re good.”
Others were quick to agree, with one saying, “I got these today—they’re so nice, better than Greggs if you ask me.”
With Greggs recently hiking the price of its sausage rolls to £1.30 each, customers are on the lookout for cheaper alternatives.
Aldi’s frozen sausage rolls work out at just 29p per roll, a fraction of the cost of the Greggs classic.
For comparison, a four-pack of cold sausage rolls from Greggs costs £4.50, which is £1.13 per roll, while Iceland sells frozen Greggs sausage rolls at £3.50 for a four-pack (81p per roll).
Aldi’s version is clearly the most budget-friendly option, saving shoppers significant cash without skimping on flavour.
The rising cost of Greggs’ sausage rolls hasn’t gone unnoticed, with customers pointing out that prices have increased seven times since 2016, when a single roll cost just 85p.
Shoppers say the hikes are making even a quick snack feel like a splurge, with prices varying by location and some branches charging as much as £1.40 per roll.
The price rise at Greggs has sparked outrage among loyal customers.
One said: “It’s now £3.90 for four sausage rolls. I wouldn’t pay that—I’d tell them to stick it.
“A sausage roll used to be £1, now it’s £1.30. I know everyone is watching their pennies, but the whole point of Greggs is that it’s cheap and cheerful.”
For those looking to save money while still enjoying a tasty treat, Aldi’s Crestwood Sausage Rolls are proving to be the ultimate bakery dupe.
One shopper summed it up perfectly: “I’ll give them a try—probably cheaper than Greggs. Will be nice with a brew.”
Other Greggs dupes
But it’s not just Aldi’s frozen rolls that seem to be a hit.
Consumer reporter, Lynsey Hope, tested a wide range of supermarket own-brand sausage rolls to see which ones were the tastiest.
The test included sausage rolls from Lidl, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrisons and even Asda.
Aldi’s Crestwood ready-to-eat sausage rolls came out a clear winner, scoring maximum points in taste and value.
Lynsey said: “The rolls were deliciously flaky and crispy, the pastry of these Aldi sausage rolls was a great contrast to the meaty tasting sausage, of which there was a generous 29 per cent.
“The pastry was a decent colour and had a lovely flaky texture. Amazing choice for the price, they work out less than 25p each.”
Those looking to snap up Alsi’s top-quality sausage rolls, can visit their local Aldi store.
Meanwhile, its not just cosy food dupes shoppers should keep an eye out for.
The budget retailer is also stocking savvy winter gadgets to help keep you warm without cranking up the heating.
How to save money on your 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.
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