Aldi reveals ‘cult-favourite’ 21p Christmas essential returning to UK shelves next week

ALDI has revealed when a 21p Christmas essential is set to return to stores – and its sooner than you think. With exactly 100 days until Christmas, the German discounter is slowly beginning to roll out some of its famous festive food. The German discounter is slowly beginning to roll out some of its famous festive food. For many, mince pies are a staple in shopping baskets in the run up to the holiday. And come September 20, shoppers will be able to stock up on the spiced treat as some of the range is set to land in stores. Sign up for the Money newsletter Thank you! The bargain grocery store is bringing out its first five variations of the bake, to appeal to different price ranges and tastes. That includes its Holly Lane Deep Filled Mince Pies, which are returning for another year. These cost £1.25 for a 6 pack, which works out at just 21p per pie. Also set for a comeback are the British Specially Selected All Butter Mince Pies, costing £2.49, for a pack of six. A nine pack of the treat in bite-size form is also set to be released for the same price. Shoppers will also be able to get their hands on the Specially Selected Ballycastle Mince Pies. A pack of four of these delights will set you back £2.25. Most read in Money These decadent bake pair rich mincemeat with a swirled Ballycastle Country Cream buttercream topping. Also returning are its Specially Selected Jamaican Rum and Almond Tarts (£2.99, 6 pack) and Specially Selected Frangipane Mince Pies (£2.25, 4 pack). If you are keen to shop the products, you will need to head to your nearest Aldi branch, as the retailer does not offer online delivery. Comment now