Welcome back to The Weekly Pinch of Shopping – your reliable dose of fun low-calorie finds to keep your weight loss journey exciting, or simply brighten up your week! 

In this edition, we’re loving Mr Kipling’s Blueberry Bakes for a sweet start to your day, Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce for a quick and easy lunch, Proper Mature Cheddar Popcorn for snack time… then moving on to TGI’s Boneless Chicken Wings for a finger-licking dinner.

And since it’s almost batch-cooking season, don’t forget our new book, Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th. Pre-order your copy today to have it in your kitchen on publication day.

You’ll find 100 super easy slow cooker recipes inside – for maximum flavour with minimum fuss! We can’t wait to see your slow-cooked creations!

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Ready, set, shop…!

Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes Blueberry – 148 calories per bake 

         

If you’re someone who likes to kick your day off with something sweet, then these blueberry Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes are a perfect addition to your cupboard. They’re deliciously soft and moist, baked with real blueberries and topped with honey toasted oats. They’re also free from artificial colours and flavourings, and full of vitamins and fibre.

Want more than a bite of blueberries for breakfast? Our fluffy Lemon and Blueberry waffles are a fruity delight. At 393 calories per serving, they pack slightly more calories than Mr Kipling’s creations, but they also pack almost 20 grams more protein – giving you an energy boost first thing in the morning and keeping you fuller for longer.

Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes Blueberry are available from ASDA, priced at £1.24 per 4-pack.

Satisfy your morning sweet tooth with our Lemon and Blueberry Waffles.

TGI Boneless Chicken Wings with Sweet Chilli Jam – 200 calories per ½ pack

We love TGI’s products that you can enjoy at home, so it’s great to see TGI Boneless Chicken Wings with Sweet Chilli Jam back on Iceland’s shelves! They’re spicy but sweet, so you can still enjoy them if you prefer things on the milder side.

Or if you make your own wings, you never need to worry about these ones going missing from the shelves! Our Air Fryer Sticky Chicken Nuggets are crispy and coated in a tasty mix of Henderson’s relish, honey, and tomato ketchup. Feel free to add some paprika or chilli powder if you’re craving a kick!

TGI Boneless Chicken Wings are available from Iceland, priced at £4 per 400g box.

Fire up your air fryer for Sticky Chicken Nuggets.

Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce – 95 calories per 100g

Sometimes, you just need to reach for the jar, and we have a feeling this Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta isn’t going to let you down. It’s made using all-fresh ingredients – including Italian-grown tomatoes – with no added sugar, so you don’t need to worry about hidden nasties. Just honest, delicious flavour in every spoonful. 

You can use it to make our Creamy Tomato Pasta even more effortless. If you’re calorie-counting, be sure to account for any additional numbers.

Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce is available from Iceland, priced at £3 a jar  – and at the moment, if you buy 2 you can get 1 FREE!

Speed up our Creamy Tomato Pasta even more.

Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn – 91 calories per serving

For a snack that doesn’t make you sacrifice flavour or your healthy eating goals, grab a bag of Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn. Made with real mature cheddar, it delivers the bold and tangy taste of your favourite cheesy snacks without the added calories. Have a handful on the go or pop some in a bowl next time you’re entertaining.

Our Whipped Blue Cheese Crostinis are an even lighter savoury snack that also doubles as an appetiser. Made with creamy Danish blue cheddar, they’ve got just the right balance of tangy and salty without being too strong. It’s a great way to dip your toe into the world of blue cheese, especially if you prefer something a little milder. Trust us, even the blue cheese-sceptics out there might be tempted!

Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.25 per packet.

Or get your cheese fix with our Whipped Blue Cheese Crostinis.

McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes Hot Honey Flavour – 41 calories per biscuit

Hot honey can be drizzled over fried chicken, you can dip your pizza crusts into it, and it even makes a tasty addition to the cheeseboard. But in biscuit form? That’s one even we hadn’t thought of! Thankfully Jaffa Cakes have. We sampled these in the office recently – and let’s just say, the packet didn’t stick around for very long!

Did you know we have a recipe for our own Jaffa Cakes too? Try our slimming-friendly take on the originals, or mix things up with our Raffa Cakes (can you guess what flavour jelly we used instead of orange?! The clue’s in the name…) 

McVities Jaffa Cakes Hot Honey Flavour are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.50 per packet – or just 95p with your Nectar Card!

Make your own Jaffa Cakes!

Delamere Iced Tea Peach and Passion Fruit – 47 calories per 235ml

Prefer your cuppa on the colder side? This Delamere Iced Tea peach and Passion Fruit is infused with real fruit juice, and it’s just 47 calories per can! You could keep it in the fridge for something refreshing to sip in the afternoon, or take it from day to night by adding a shot of rum or gin.

Our Long Island Iced Tea is a great recipe to have on hand when you’re hosting or going out on the town. It’s mixed with gin, tequila, and white rum – but it tastes like Coca Cola and it’s only 121 calories per glass!

Delamere Iced Tea Peach and Passion Fruit is available at ASDA, priced at £1.17 per 250ml can.

Level up your iced tea with our Long Island.

KitKat Hazelnut Chocolate Sharing Bar – 175 calories per 3 fingers

KitKats always make for a light yet satisfying snack, and because they’re always coming out with new flavours, you never have to worry about getting bored of them! This Hazelnut Chocolate Sharing Bar is the latest of their flavour innovations – it’s the chocolate wafer you know and love, with an added layer of hazelnut spread, and covered in thick swirls of milk and dark chocolate. We’re drooling just typing that!

If you’re nuts about hazelnuts, try out Chocolate French Toast. We’ve added a coating of nutty chocolate spread for even more indulgence – ideal for chocoholics or anyone craving something cosy for breakfast!

This KitKat Chocolate Sharing Bar is available at Tesco, priced at £1.50 per bar.

Get your hazelnut fix with our Chocolate French Toast.

Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix – 188 calories per serving

Get ready for your fish, prawns, chicken, and even vegetarian alternatives to reach new heights of deliciousness with this new Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix – the perfect blend of flavour and heat!

We also stock our very own range of flavour sachets, including this Fakeaway Favourites collection. It’s a whole box of readymade fakeaway-style flavours – like Burger & Kebab, Chip Shop Curry Sauce, Crispy Southern Chicken, and Salt and Pepper – so you can recreate your takeaway order without worrying about calories! Which one will you go for first?

Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix from Iceland – and right now it’s on sale for just 80p!

Or you can Flava It instead!

Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck – 133 calories per ¼ pack

This Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck is your shortcut to a simple yet tasty midweek meal. Gently spiced and high in protein, it’s a delicious and nutritious way of adding something different to your dinner rotation.

Why not make it a meal with our Crispy Duck Pancakes? Switching out standard duck meat for this veggie version makes it suitable for plant-based diets while still delivering the flavour of your favourite takeaway treat – just be mindful of checking the add-ons if you’re calorie counting.

Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.75 per 300g packet.

Wrap it up with our Crispy Duck Pancakes.

Hellmann’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo – 45 calories per serving

Hellmann’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo promises a smoky chilli kick – and it’s only 45 calories per serving? Consider us intrigued. Pop a big dollop of this on your plate for jazzing up chips, veggies, and nuggets!

And if you’re looking for a low-calorie fried potato option, we’ve got you covered with our Sweet Potato Fries! At just 215 calories per serving, they’re lighter than your usual fries – and we think they’d love a little chilli mayo action!

Hellman’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo is available in Morrisons, priced at £2.60 per 250ml bottle.

Get dipping with our Sweet Potato Fries!

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Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love fresh food that’s easy on the budget, and Aldi’s Super 6 never disappoints. Scroll down to see our favourite budget finds, and check out the recipes we’ve recommended to get cooking:

Avocado

Our Tex Mex Toast is a tasty low-calorie spin on your usual avo toast.

Celery

Celery is one of the extra veggies we’ve sneaked into this Tomato Soup!

Sweet Vine Ripened Tomatoes

Ever heard of a Savoury Cheesecake? Well, you have now!

Easy Peelers

If you’ve got a zest for all things orange-flavoured, try our Orange Marmalade Baked Oats!

Remember: We don’t accept payment or gifts to include any of the products above – we just love them, and we hope you will too.

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Throwing a birthday bash? These Pinch of Nom party food ideas are just the ticket, whether you’re celebrating with lots of friends and family or keeping things low-key. We’re talking scrummy sweet treats, savoury nibbles and impressive showstoppers that’ll wow anyone at the table. 

Each recipe is packed with flavour and simple to make, so you can whip them up on the day, or get ahead with handy, batch-cookable bites. It’s all about spending less time in the kitchen and more time soaking up the celebrations!

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If someone you know has a birthday coming up, you’ll want this surprise up your sleeve: Pinch of Nom Birthday Cards! 

Press the image below to view the full range on Amazon, or tap here to visit Danilo’s website.

1. Birthday Cake Ice Pops

These fruity, frozen Birthday Cake Ice Pops are so much fun to make and eat – whether you’re celebrating or not! Finished with a drizzle of white chocolate, they’re the best way to say ‘Happy Birthday!’ on a sunny summer birthday.

2. Sprinkle Sponge

Celebrating on a budget doesn’t have to mean compromising on deliciousness! This nostalgic, school-dinner-dessert inspired Sprinkle Sponge looks even better with birthday candles lit on top.

Rather than smothering the whole cake in icing, a small drizzle goes a long way – especially with a rainbow of hundreds and thousands.

The full recipe is on pages 196-197 in our Budget book.

3. Raspberry and Blueberry Baked Cheesecake

We’ve always relied on our classic Raspberry and Blueberry Baked Cheesecake to impress on special occasions – that’s why you’ll find it tucked inside of our Whisking you a Happy Birthday card. 

You can expect a crunchy base, a creamy filling and a luxuriously fruity topping. The best part about our cards is that the recipes tucked inside are really easy to cut out and keep. 

Do you know someone who would love adding this Special Occasion showstopper to their recipe collection?

4. Biscoff Cheesecake

When you’re throwing a birthday bash for someone who loves Biscoff, our Biscoff Cheesecake recipe is the ultimate birthday cake alternative. You’ll make all their birthday wishes come true with silky cheesecake and buttery, caramelised flavours on a crunchy biscuit base.

The full Biscoff Cheesecake recipe is tucked inside of our Tasty Bday Treats card. The cute message inside tells the Biscoff lover in your life to ‘cake it easy!’ too – they’ll love it!

5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Imagine making a birthday wish over a tray of these scrumptious Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars! You can serve them as part of a spread of birthday treats, and then watch them disappear in no time.

If you know someone who’d fall in love with a combination of chocolate and peanut butter, they’re the one to send our This Birthday Tuck Into Tasty Treats card to.

You can prep them ahead of time and stash them away in an airtight container for a few days. Just be sure to pick a good hiding spot…they’re irresistible when discovered!

6. Fruity Cupcakes

Throwing an afternoon tea style birthday? With an eye-catching combination of fresh berries, kiwi fruit and cream on top, these Fruity Cupcakes are perfect with a spot of tea.

You can stash the cakes in the fridge or freezer without toppings, ready to decorate and enjoy at a moment’s notice.

7. Cauliflower Hot Wings

Your birthday spread isn’t complete without savoury nibbles! If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser that’ll get your air fryer going, pop these Cauliflower Hot Wings in your air fryer basket.

A little bit of effort is required to get these just right; you’ll need to open the air fryer a couple of times to add the breadcrumbs and the hot sauce. 

We promise, they’re a gift when they’re done!

8. Chicken Satay Skewers

You can’t go wrong with these Chicken Satay Skewers. High in protein and low in calories, they’re just the kind of nibble you need when you want to relax, have a nice time and stay on track all at once. 

To get the signature nutty flavour, without using full-fat peanut butter, we’ve used peanut butter powder. 

9. Pizza Swirls

With these Pizza Swirls on the menu, you can bring the flavours of your favourite pizza toppings to the party without ramping up the calories. We’ve gone for a tomatoey base sauce, cheese and basil, but lots of different ingredients will work a treat.

10. Honey and Lime Pork Nachos

Turn any birthday party into a fiesta with a big bowl of Honey and Lime Pork Nachos! It’s crispy tortilla chips loaded with spicy pork, fresh tomatoes, melted cheese and crunchy onions. 

Don’t skip the sprinkle of coriander at the end of the recipe – trust us, it brings everything together beautifully!

11. Enchilada Sliders

Another Mexican-inspired finger food, these Enchilada Sliders always go down a storm. Filled with Mexican-inspired chicken, peppers and melted cheese, they look impressive, and far more expensive to make than they really are.

Flick to pages 114-115 in our Budget book for the full recipe.

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Hello and welcome to your BANK HOLIDAY edition of the Weekly Pinch of Shopping! We’ve rounded up exciting new finds that’ll make your long weekend even tastier, including controversial (and delicious!) Marmite Potato Wedges.

If there’s a standout flavour combo on this week’s list, it’s got to be strawberries and cream! Take your pick between grab-and-go Strawberry and Cream Mini Bites and a luxurious tub of Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream – or do what we did and treat yourself to both!

We’re BUZZING that the book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders, including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats and surprising ‘I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!’ dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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**A note on our shopping list: we do not take payment, promotion or gifts for including any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

1. Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush – 5 calories per 250ml glass

It’s always a good idea to have tasty, low-sugar (or no-sugar) drinks on standby when it’s hot outside. This Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush is fizzy, tangy and only 5 calories per 250ml glass.

Serve over ice with lemon wedges, mint leaves and cucumber ribbons if you’re feeling fancy!

When we know the sun’s about to shine, we refrigerate a stash of our Homemade Lemonade. It’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, giving you plenty of time to sip on it over the bank holiday weekend.

Indoors or out, the classic lemony flavours will be a winner with the whole family!

Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush is available from Morrisons, priced at 80p per bottle.

2. Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole – 117 calories per 100g

Once you’ve tried this guac, you’ll never go back! Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole has a gorgeous kick to it that’ll have you dipping again and again. 

It’s perfect to snack on when you fancy something light with vegetable batons, or add a dollop to rice bowls and other Mexican-inspired dishes to take things up a notch.

If you’ve got a house full of hungry people to feed over the long weekend, easy, quick and hearty Chicken Burritos can be a life-saver.

We prefer to make our guacamole from scratch using creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, zesty lime and just a hint of spicy Sriracha!

Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole is available from Tesco, priced at £2.25 per pack.

3. Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans – 128 calories per 1/2 pack

We spotted these Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans and felt like we were on holiday! The butter beans are coated in a rich and herby red wine sauce inspired by the Mediterranean.

They’d make for a delicious addition to a tapas-style dinner when you don’t feel like cooking. 

We can’t talk about small plates without mentioning this luscious Baked Feta and Tomatoes recipe. If we get lucky with the weather this weekend, mop it up with pitta or warm crusty wholemeal bread as part of a mezze-style barbecue spread.

We’ve got all the inspiration you need to throw kebabs on the grill in our blog just here.

Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans are available from Tesco, priced at £4.50 per pack.

4. M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites – 64 calories per mini bite

These M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites are one of our favourite finds in-store lately! Don’t tell anyone or they’ll disappear off the shop shelves faster than you can say ‘strawberries and cream!’

They’re so light and satisfying when you fancy something sweet, and you can snack on a grab-and-go tub for only 64 calories per mini bite.

You don’t have to wait for Wimbledon to try our Creamy Strawberry Mini Meringues. At 33 calories per meringue (sweet, luxurious-tasting filling included!), they’re perfect to snack on whenever skies are blue.

M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £3.75 per tub.

5. Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes – 140 calories per escalope

If you’re putting on a bank holiday spread, these Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes are sure to go down a storm. So simple, these succulent sizzlers come ready-coated in a garlic and herb marinade – all you have to do is cook them to perfection.

Garlic and herb pairs well with so many things, it can be hard to settle on a side dish. There’s only one winner for us: Nando’s Spicy Rice.

It’s undeniably quick and easy, that’s why the full recipe is on our website and on pages 84-85 of our Pinch of Nom: Quick and Easy book.

Now’s your chance to make some room in your freezer for batch-cooked portions!

Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes are available from Aldi, priced at £3.29 per pack.

6. Iceland Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks – 186 calories per steak

Ideal for a bank holiday BBQ, these Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks have landed in Iceland at just the right time. They’re coated in a juicy Chinese-style glaze that’d pair like a dream with just about any barbecue side dish.

You could even serve them with Salt and Pepper Chips for a full on fakeaway spread. If you’ve got a sachet of our PON x Flava It! Salt and Pepper seasoning handy, you’ll only need a sprinkling!

Feel free to have a scroll through our latest blog for even more salt and pepper inspired recipe ideas.

Iceland Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks are available from Iceland, priced at £4.00 for a pack of 5 steaks.

7. Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies – 86 calories per lolly

Trust us, if this bank holiday is a hot one, you’ll want a box of Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies in the freezer. These creamy yoghurt sticks are marbled with tangy, refreshing swirls of mango and passionfruit sorbet.

At only 86 calories per lolly, they’re well worth grabbing on your next trip to Aldi.

We prepped and froze a batch of our Strawberry and Kiwi Ice Lollies just last night. They’re really simple to make with a base of no added sugar strawberry squash and a topping of fresh blended kiwi fruit.

Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies are available from Aldi, priced at £2.15 for a pack of 4 lollies.

8. Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad – 137 calories per 1/5 pack

You can’t have a picnic or barbecue spread without pasta salad! This Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad is great to pick up if you’re looking for something yummy that the whole family will want on their paper plate.

Be warned, there’s hot sauce stirred into the pasta to give every mouthful a nacho-inspired kick of heat!

These Honey and Lime Pork Nachos are the ultimate shareable showstopper. Pop them at the centre of your buffet table and watch them disappear!

Topped with pork, cheese, tomatoes, red onion, garlicky yoghurt and coriander – what’s not to love?

Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.50 per pack.

9. Marmite Potato Wedges – 202 calories per 1/2 pack

You’ll either love or hate these controversial Marmite Potato Wedges! We spotted them at Tesco alongside a range of Marmite-flavoured side dishes, including potato gratin, mashed potatoes and roasties.

It’s no secret that we love anything made with Marmite at Pinch of Nom, so of course we had to pick them up! 

Take a scroll through our favourite slimming-friendly Marmite recipes by tapping here.

We tried these crispy wedges with our Melt-in-the-Middle Bacon Cheeseburgers and they were divine! As you’d expect with Marmite, there’s no need to add salt – they’re already flavourful enough.

Marmite Potato Wedges are available from Tesco, priced at £3.50 per pack.

10. Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream – 145 calories per 1/5 tub

A tub of Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream is always welcome in our household. When ice cream is made with velvety Cornish clotted cream and fresh British strawberries, you know it’s going to be utterly scrumptious!

Try a scoop to cool down in luxury this bank holiday weekend for 145 calories per serving.

Would you believe you can make our Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yoghurt for almost half the calories?

The strawberry cheesecake flavours are just as creamy and satisfying as ice cream, and don’t get us started on that biscuit crumb topping…

Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream is available from Morrisons, priced at £3.00 per tub.

REMINDER Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s our reminder of this week’s Super 6 selection:

• Radish – 16 calories per 100g
• Cauliflower – 25 calories per 100g
• Braeburn Apples – 51 calories per 100g
• Piccolato Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g
• Extra Fine Beans – 31 calories per 100g
• Blueberries – 57 calories per 100g

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Hellooooo! It’s Friday and that means your NEW Weekly Pinch of Shopping is ready. We’ve searched high and low at the supermarkets for tasty goodies you’ve never tried before…

If you’ve got homemade chips or chicken tenders somewhere in this week’s meal plan, try adding a squeeze of Hellmann’s Creamy Ranch Mayo to your plate. The brand-new condiment makes for an instant fakeaway! 

Better yet, if you love a kick of spice, you can pick up Hellmann’s Spicy Ranch Mayo too.

Are you a lover of Patatas Bravas? This week’s list is your sign to try Patatas Carbonara. We’ll tell you where to find the ideal oven-ready pack for a tapas-style dinner, along with other gorgeous bits for a picky tea…

HUGE NEWS alert! The book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders, including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats and surprising ‘I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!’ dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

Never miss an update! Sign up here to receive the Weekly Pinch of Shopping directly in your inbox.

**A note on our shopping list: we do not take payment, promotion or gifts for including any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

1. Unearthed Stuffed Green Peppers – 153 calories per 100g

When you’ve got a hankering for a light nibble, these Unearthed Stuffed Green Peppers will tickle your taste buds. The silky cream cheese filling really mellows the green pepper, so you’ve got a snack with the perfect kick of heat.

There’s no danger of spice in our Air Fryer Cheese, Onion and Sweetcorn-Stuffed Peppers, although the Dijon mustard can be quite punchy!

We’ve used tangy reduced-fat Cheddar and onion for bags of bold (yet slimming-friendly!) flavour. Turn to pages 150-151 in our Air Fryer book to try the full recipe.

Unearthed Stuffed Green Peppers are available from Asda, priced at £3.65 per pack.

2. Nush Protein Vanilla Fudge Almond Milk Yog – 107 calories per 100g

Deliciously creamy, this pot of Nush Protein Vanilla Fudge Almond Milk Yog is a winner for anyone with a sweet tooth. Enjoy it straight from the tub, or spoon some into a bowl with your go-to chopped fruits for a light snack or dessert.

Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle, we love Strawberry and Vanilla Waffles topped with sweet yoghurt, berries and a drizzle of low-sugar syrup.

You’ll know they’ve finished baking when they’re golden brown and firm to touch.

Nush Protein Vanilla Fudge Almond Milk Yog is available from Ocado, priced at £3.25 per pot.

3. Nescafe Iced Coffee Concentrated Caramel Flavour Espresso – 102 calories per glass

Far better for you and your budget than nipping out the coffee shop, it’s worth looking out for Nescafe Iced Coffee Concentrated Caramel Flavour Espresso. Add a drop to your morning latte or americano for a barista-quality coffee at home.

You can also pick up unsweetened or vanilla concentrates from the same range, if caramel isn’t your thing.

A slice of Coffee and Walnut Sponge Traybake always goes down a treat with a cuppa. 

Nescafe Iced Coffee Concentrated Caramel Flavour Espresso is available from Tesco, priced at £5.00 per bottle.

4. Cauldron Butternut and Red Chilli Bites – 99 calories per 2 bites

These Cauldron Butternut and Red Chilli Bites are so quick and simple to warm up for a light, savoury bite. A blend of roasted butternut squash, chickpeas, mozzarella cheese and fiery chilli, there’s no shortage of gorgeous plant-based flavour packed in.

Tuck into them as they are, or serve them as part of a larger veggie-friendly spread. They’d make for a stunning accompaniment to our vibrant Vegetable Coconut Curry.

Cauldron Butternut and Red Chilli Bites are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.50 per pack.

5. M&S Chicken Shawarma Kebabs – 129 calories per kebab

As the weather gets better, we’re SO ready for kebab fakeaway nights! These M&S Chicken Shawarma Kebabs cut out the fuss, since they’re already marinated in middle eastern herbs, olive oil and lemon.

Rather than a fiery heat, the lemony flavours in our Za’atar Fries spice blend would pair like a dream with tangy, spicy skewers.

The best part is you can save leftovers of our homemade spice mix refrigerated in an airtight container, ready to take chicken, lamb or veg up a notch in a pinch.

M&S Chicken Shawarma Kebabs are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £5.00 per pack.

6. Tesco Finest Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Empanadas – 89 calories per empanada

Nothing says ‘picky tea!’ like these Tesco Finest Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Empanadas. Each one is filled with chicken and smoky chorizo in a red wine tomato sauce, for only 89 calories per parcel.

Pop them in the oven or your air fryer to crisp up in minutes, ready to enjoy with tapas-inspired dishes like Garlic Chilli Prawns.

It’s easier than you might think to make Empanadas from scratch. Our slimming-friendly recipe keeps things lower in calories by using filo pastry. 

Tesco Finest Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Empanadas are available from Tesco, priced at £3.55 per pack.

7. Ninja Air Fry Pizza Slices Cheese – 374 calories per pizza air-fried

It’s interesting to see Ninja’s first-ever food range hit the shelves in Iceland! Of all the different bits to choose from (we spotted nuggets and wraps too), we went for the Ninja Air Fry Cheese Pizza Slices.

You can crisp them until golden in the oven if you want to, but air-frying definitely gets the best results. We topped ours with jalapeños and red onion.

If you like pizza, you’ll love our Air Fryer Pizza Swirls. With a tomatoey, cheesy ham and basil filling, you’ve got classic flavours wrapped up in a new, fun way.

Turn to pages 156-157 of our Air Fryer book to have them ready in 20 minutes.

Ninja Air Fry Pizza Slices Cheese are available from Iceland, priced at £2.50 for a pack of 2 slices.

8. Iceland Majestics White Choc Dipped Rhubarb and Custard – 170 calories per stick

Add something a little bit different to your freezer with Iceland Majestics White Choc Dipped Rhubarb and Custard lollies. 

The nostalgic flavour pairing of rhubarb and custard works really well as a creamy, frozen treat…especially coated in a layer of white chocolate and biscuit pieces!

Did someone say ‘biscuit’? It even surprises us that this Ninja Creami Custard Cream Ice Cream comes in at just 127 calories per bowlful.

While the crunchy-biscuit centre might seem indulgent, our base is made up with a clever blend of slimming-friendly swaps.

Iceland Majestics White Choc Dipped Rhubarb and Custard are available from Iceland, priced at £1.75 for a pack of 3 lollies.

9. Hellmann’s Creamy Ranch Mayo – 218 calories per ice cream

Creamy, herby, tangy, garlicky – what’s not to love about Hellmann’s new Creamy Ranch Mayo? If you’ve got homemade chips or chicken tenders on the menu this week, trust us and squeeze some on your plate!

It’s a delicious addition to your condiments collection. Keep an eye out for Hellmann’s Spicy Ranch Mayo if you’d prefer a squeezy bottle with a kick.

Speaking of spice, our Fiery Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks are best served with a cooling dip. Once you’ve rustled up a batch, refrigerate for a day or two, until you’re ready to put them out for a summery spread.

Hellmann’s Creamy Ranch Mayo (and Hellmann’s Spicy Ranch Mayo) is available from Tesco, priced at £2.60 per bottle.

10. Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Patatas Carbonara Sharing Plates – 286 calories per 1/2 pack

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Patatas Carbonara tells us tapas season is officially here! While a medley of crispy potatoes and serrano ham in melty Cheddar and Pecorino béchamel sauce might sound too good to share, this is a ‘sharing plate’ style pack.

A small plate that’s rich and tomatoey, like our very own Spanish-Style Meatball recipe, would take your spread to the next level.

We make our meatballs from scratch and roll them slightly smaller than usual, so they’re the perfect size to soak up every last drop of sauce. The leftovers are so versatile too – serve them over pasta or salad for a cracking lunch.

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Patatas Carbonara Sharing Plates is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £4.50 per pack.

NEW Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s a rundown of the recipes we’d make with this week’s Super 6 offering.

Radish – 16 calories per 100g

Mild and peppery in flavour, radishes are so easy to prep and throw into salads or stir-fries. You can try them as part of the rainbow-coloured salad that’s piled high on our Katsu Curry Burgers. 

Cauliflower – 25 calories per 100g

We’re not kidding when we tell you cauliflower is so versatile! We’ve got a whole blog filled with slimming-friendly ideas you can try, if you do pick up a floret for only 99p in Aldi’s Super 6 this week.

We’ll be rustling up a batch of Air Fryer Cauliflower Hot Wings to nibble on.

Braeburn Apples – 51 calories per 100g

You can’t beat the juicy-sweet crunch of an apple. Halfway between green and red, Braeburn apples are especially refreshing to snack on throughout the day.

If you ask us, they’re even better to snack on when they’re baked into Apple Pie Cookies…

Piccolato Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g

Similar to Piccolo tomatoes, these Piccolatoes are a little more intense in flavour, with more of a rich, juicy sweetness than your bog standard cherry tomatoes. Try adding them to our Tuscan Chicken Macaroni and thank us later!

Extra Fine Beans – 31 calories per 100g

Add a handful of Extra Fine Beans to your main meal whenever you need a boost of green goodness. It’s far from unusual to see a handful of cheesy, crispy, Air Fryer Green Beans on our plate.

Blueberries – 57 calories per 100g

Sweet little blueberries pack a punch when it comes to vitamin C and antioxidants. While they’re great for making hearty warming bowls of porridge in the winter months, we like them best in an ice cold Blueberry Mojito when the sun is shining.

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Hello and Happy (Good) Friday! Your Weekly Pinch of Shopping has arrived with NEW tasty products to try.

We’ve got lots of easy ideas that’ll help you get back on track after a chocolate-filled weekend, including Young’s extra-large fish fillets. They’re coated in a herby, garlicky breadcrumb that has a serious crunch!

Did someone say ‘crunch’? We’ve also spotted some ‘Ridiculously Crispy’ Garlic Butter Hash Brown Bites you can air-fry to perfection in minutes.

And don’t worry – we’ve not forgotten about your sweet tooth! We’ll tell you where to find Popcorn, Honeycomb Caramel and Vanilla Ice Cream Cones so you can add them to your freezer.

HUGE NEWS alert! The book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders, including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats and surprising ‘I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!’ dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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1. Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Peach & Apple Cider – 150 calories per 250ml glass

Rain or shine, a glass of Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Peach and Apple Cider is delightfully refreshing. It’s even better to sip on if you’ve got a selection of slimming-friendly savoury snacks to hand, like cheesy twists or crispy sausage rolls.

Our homely Somerset Pork wouldn’t be the same without a few drops of cider. It makes for a gorgeously fruity complement to the juicy pork sausages and apple slices we’ve stirred in.

We’d recommend serving with fluffy mashed potatoes to help soak up every last drop.

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Peach & Apple Cider is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.50 per bottle.

2. Tesco High Protein Strawberry Yoghurt – 153 calories per pot

This Tesco High Protein Strawberry Yoghurt will leave you feeling fuller and curb your sweet cravings all in one spoonful. A blend of fat-free strained yoghurt and fruity flavouring, you can snack on it alone, or serve it for breakfast with chopped fruits, nuts and crunchy granola.

If creamy, strawberry-flavoured goodies are a winner for you, try a scoop of our Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yoghurt recipe. Even with the irresistible, crunchy biscuit crumbs on top, each portion is only 152 calories per bowlful.

Just be sure to let it rest for 30 minutes before serving, so that it’s nice and soft by the time you dig in.

Tesco High Protein Strawberry Yoghurt is available from Tesco, priced at 95p per pot.

3. Proper All the Cheese Lentil Chips – 95 calories per pack

Next time you’re feeling peckish, lean on a bag of Proper All the Cheese Lentil Chips. At only 95 calories per pack, they’ll give you something cheesy and crunchy to snack on that’ll leave you satisfied, without taking you off track.

You can always make your own cheesy snack at home by following our Cheese Palmiers recipe.

These biscuit-like bites only have 3 ingredients; they’ll be rustled up (and tucked into an airtight container to take on the go!) in well under half an hour.

Proper All the Cheese Lentil Chips are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.00 per pack.

4. Dolmio Classics Meatballs Fusilli Pasta – 232 calories per pack

Dolmio’s new range of quick meals for one make those busier days feel a bit easier. We picked up the tomato pack of Dolmio Classics Meatballs Fusilli Pasta, but there are Rigatoni Bolognese Pasta and Fusilli Carbonara Pasta (among others) to try too.

Low in sugar and saturated fat, it’s handy to have on standby in the store cupboard when you need something quick and flavourful in a flash.

Keep in mind, speed isn’t everything! Leaving a batch of our Slow-Cooked Meatballs in Tomato Sauce to bubble away for hours is just as convenient – and even tastier.

For the full recipe, turn to pages 142-144 inside our Enjoy cookbook.

Dolmio Classics Meatballs Fusilli Pasta is available from Morrisons, priced at £3.00 per pack.

5. M&S Spicy Rice – 162 calories per 1/2 pack

When you’ve not got a portion of our Nando’s Spicy Rice ready to serve, this M&S is a pretty good grab-and-go alternative. With colourful chopped peppers, smoky paprika and fiery chilli stirred in, it’s ideal for pairing with Peri-Peri Chicken.

From hot to medium-spicy, the great thing about making a Nando’s inspired fakeaway at home is that you can control the heat. Add a bit of green to your Portuguese-inspired plate with a portion of Chilli and Mint Peas.

Now’s your cue to dig that long-forgotten bag of petit pois out of your freezer!

M&S Spicy Rice is available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £3.90 per pack.

6. Iceland Ridiculously Crispy Garlic Butter Hash Brown Bites – 279 calories per 1/5 pack air-fried

These Iceland Ridiculously Crispy Garlic Butter Hash Brown Bites are a delicious excuse to crack out your air fryer. We’re talking about garlicky, buttery shredded potato, bundled into mini hash browns and air-fried to golden perfection.

Just imagine serving a portion beside our stacked Breakfast Burgers. With homemade juicy pork patties, bacon, eggs, mushrooms and tomato, there’s no better way to kick off the weekend.

The only question left is: will you add a squeeze of red or brown sauce? 

Iceland Ridiculously Crispy Garlic Butter Hash Brown Bites are available from Iceland, priced at £2.50 per bag.

7. M&S Italian Style Chicken Dogs – 108 calories per hot dog

With a pack of low-fat sausage handy, you’re well on your way to making a delicious, slimming-friendly meal. M&S’ Italian Style Chicken Dogs are bursting with Mediterranean goodness, with semi-dried tomatoes and dried herbs inside.

While we’ve used reduced-fat pork sausages for our Herby Sausage Orzo, there’s nothing to stop you stirring in these Italian-style bangers instead.

You’ll want to use fresh thyme, rosemary and parsley (rather than dried herbs) when cooking this one; they’ll taste more vibrant, and add a lovely splash of green to your finished dish.

M&S Italian Style Chicken Dogs are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £5.00 for a pack of 4 hot dogs.

8. Young’s Garlic & Herb Extra Large Fish Fillets – 276 calories per ovenbaked fish fillet

While these Young’s Garlic & Herb Extra Large Fish Fillets are larger in size, they’ve stayed nice and light in calories at 276 calories per fillet. Coated in a garlicky, herby blend of breadcrumbs, you’ll get a mouthful of tender, flaky fish with a satisfying crunch.

You can take home Young’s Paprika & Pepper Extra Large Fish Fillets if you’d prefer. 

Both flavours would make for an easy, slimming-friendly midweek dinner after a chocolate-filled Easter weekend.

We recently revamped one of our golden oldie fish recipes: Smoked Haddock and Spring Onion Fishcakes. They’re a must-try with our homemade chive-infused dipping sauce and a zingy squeeze of fresh lemon.

Young’s Garlic & Herb Extra Large Fish Fillets are available from Asda, priced at £3.98 for a pack of 2 fillets.

9. Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Popcorn, Honeycomb Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream Cones – 218 calories per ice cream

You’ll love having these Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Popcorn, Honeycomb Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream Cones in your freezer when the sun is shining. The pairing of salted caramel with crunchy popcorn pieces is a delicious touch…

Speaking of, have you tried our Salted Caramel and Chocolate Popcorn Bites from pages 186-189 of our Enjoy cookbook?

Bound with sticky caramel, we’ve made these chocolate-covered popcorn pieces extra-delicious with a light sprinkling of sea salt on top.

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Popcorn, Honeycomb Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream Cones are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £3.00 for a pack of 4 cones.

10. M&S Extra Crunchy Masala Chicken Bites with Mango Chutney Drizzle – 296 calories per 1/2 pack

If you pop to M&S this week, you’ll spot a whole new selection of ‘Extra Crunchy’ chicken tenders. They’re available in a variety of flavours, from Hot Honey to Piri Piri. 

We took home the M&S Extra Crunchy Masala Chicken Bites with Mango Chutney Drizzle since we were in the mood for fakeaway flavours, and we couldn’t say no to a crispy curry-infused coating.

Was the frozen portion of Indian-Style Fried Rice from last week’s curry night also part of the decision process? Absolutely! 

This is one of those batch-friendly wonders that tastes just as good (or even better) reheated – especially if you liven things up with a sprinkling of fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime.

M&S Extra Crunchy Marsala Chicken Bites with Mango Chutney Drizzle are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £4.75 per pack.

NEW Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s a rundown of the recipes we’d make with this week’s Super 6 offering.

Carrots – 41 calories per 100g

The Easter Bunny will be thrilled that carrots are only 8p in Aldi this weekend! You can always grab a bag to turn into an easy go-to lunch like our Carrot, Orange and Thyme Soup.

We’ve added a zesty twist by including a surprise ingredient you don’t often find in soup: orange juice!

Garlic – 5 calories per clove

It’s always a good idea to have plenty of garlic on standby, as our blog full of healthy, slimming-friendly, garlic-loaded recipes proves.

If you’re not sure what to make, why not try one of our most-popular recipes EVER? We’re so happy our community loves our Bolognese and Garlic Swirl Pie as much as we do…

Spring Onions – 32 calories per 100g

We always think of spring onions as ‘the fakeaway veggie!’. While they’re delicious cooked or raw tossed into salads, stir-fries, wraps and lots of different recipes, we love them best on top of an aromatic crowdpleaser like our Air Fryer Crispy Chilli Beef.

Broccoli – 35 calories per 100g

We love the versatility of broccoli florets. Baked into pasta, chopped it into stir-fries or blended into a soup, you can always count on broc to add flavour, colour and nutrients.

Our crunchy Broccoli and Sweetcorn Fritters add something a little bit different to your meal plan for breakfast, lunch or a quick snack.

White Potatoes – 92 calories per 100g

A staple ingredient for all kinds of recipes, you can always rustle something up for dinner when you have a bag of spuds in the house. 

Try something a bit different on your Easter Sunday dinner with our Stilton Roast Potatoes. The strong nuttiness of the cheese is perfect for adding a flavour-boosting twist!

Cucumber – 15 calories per 100g

Cucumber is the ultimate refreshing veg for summery weather – fingers crossed we get some of that this bank holiday! 

Chop your cucumber into batons for dunking in fresh hummus, slice it into salads, or pickle it into your own homemade Kimchi slaw.

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Hellooo lovely people! Today is an egg-stra special ‘TREATS ONLY’ edition of the Weekly Pinch of Shopping. We’ve been on a mission to find new Easter goodies you’ll wanna hop to the shops for!

Just imagine a bowl of bank holiday ice cream topped with a drizzle of Cracked Shell Chocolate Sauce. We’ll tell you exactly where to find the perfect squeezy bottle.

Plus we’ve managed to find slices of Chocolate Orange Carrot Cheesecake Slices with your name on – just don’t tell the Easter Bunny!

Oh and we’re SO happy we spotted a pack of M&S’ viral Dippy Egg Filled Hot Cross Buns. Keep scrolling to read our honest review.

Have you heard our AMAZING news this week? The book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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1. Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Limited Edition Coffee & Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns – 186 calories per bun

These Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Limited Edition Coffee & Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns would look right at home as part of an Easter breakfast spread.

With sultanas, dark chocolate chips and espresso powder swirled into the dough, they’re filled with flavours worth jumping out of bed for.

We can’t talk about coffee-infused treats without mentioning our yummy Coffee and Walnut Traybake. Every slice is topped off with smooth coffee icing and a sprinkling of walnuts for a gorgeous crunch.

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Limited Edition Coffee & Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.80 (or £1.25 with a Necta card) for a pack of 4 buns.

2. Mr Kipling Deliciously Good Hot Cross Pies – 192 calories per pie

With 30% less sugar compared to other similar fruity treats, these Mr Kipling Deliciously Good Hot Cross Pies are worth adding to your snack rotation this week. 

The spiced-fruit filling is delicious all on its own, or you can heat them up to serve with a scoop of ice cream for more indulgence.

We happen to know that our Ninja Creami Custard Cream Ice Cream would pair like a dream! While the crunchy-biscuit centre might seem indulgent, we’ve used low-calorie swaps to keep things nice and light at 127 per portion.

Mr Kipling Deliciously Good Hot Cross Pies are available from Tesco, priced at £2.00 for a pack of 6 pies.

3. SUMMER GRILL by ASDA Minted Lamb Kebabs – 105 calories per kebab

Try serving lamb a bit differently this Easter with these SUMMER GRILL by ASDA Minted Lamb Kebabs. They come ready-infused with a fragrant minty seasoning, so all that’s left for you to do is pop them in your air fryer until they’re grilled to perfection.

The beauty of lamb kebabs is that they’ll pair with a variety of different side dishes. We’d go for a fresh, minty-green bowl of vibrant Tabbouleh – especially if we get lucky and the sun is shining!

You could even add some hummus and sliced pitta for a ‘picky bits’ style dinner.

If you’re on the lookout for more inspiration for the bank holiday weekend, have a scroll through our blog full of Easter recipe ideas.

SUMMER GRILL by ASDA Minted Lamb Kebabs are available from Asda, priced at £6.48 for a pack of 12 kebabs.

4. Sainsbury’s Custard Cream Twists with a Hot Cross Bun Flavour Filling – 63 calories per biscuit

Anytime we see a classic treat with a fresh twist, we have to buy it – and that’s exactly what you get with Sainsbury’s Custard Cream Twists with a Hot Cross Bun Flavour Filling.

We think you’ll agree they taste a little bit different (in a good way), and since they’re hot cross bun flavoured, it’d be rude not to try them with a cuppa…

Creme Eggs are a staple Easter treat, and yet there’s not a single one in sight for our very own Chocolate Creme Egg Cakes.

We’ve used a nifty combo of real icing and a drop of food colouring to make the gooey filling everyone says tastes just like the shop-bought eggs!

Sainsbury’s Custard Cream Twists with a Hot Cross Bun Flavour Filling are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at 65p (or 50p with a Nectar card) per pack.

5. M&S Cracked Shell Chocolate Sauce – 62 calories per 10g squeeze (approx.)

There’s no need to run for the ice cream van with M&S Cracked Shell Chocolate Sauce at home. It only takes a single squeeze or a quick drizzle to take a humble bowl of homemade ice cream to the next level.

As soon as the sauce touches the ice cream it hardens and cracks, making for a really delicious touch.

If you’re trying to stay on track over the next couple of weeks, slimming-friendly chocolate treats are your best friend!

Our batch of Mini Egg Brownies might look and taste impressive, and yet we’ve kept the calories down to just 78 calories per squidgy square.

M&S Cracked Shell Chocolate Sauce is available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £2.50 per bottle.

6. Wall’s Twister Ice Lollies Mini Mallow – 71 calories per lolly

Rain or shine, the whole family will love these Wall’s Twister Ice Lollies in Mini Mallow flavour. With raspberry-apple ice coated in swirls of marshmallow, they’re great to reach for when you fancy something sweet at a moment’s notice.

Since the kids are at home, why not get everyone involved making a fun-filled batch of FABulous Lollies?

We’ve kept things really simple with a short list of ingredients, so there are no hidden nasties to worry about here.

You’ll need to freeze your colourful layers one by one but trust us – they’re well worth the wait!

Wall’s Twister Ice Lollies Mini Mallow are available from Asda, priced at £1.98 for a box of 6 lollies.

7. Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Smoky Beef Brisket Quarter Pounder Burgers – 200 calories per burger

What’s more fun than a burger night at home? These Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Smoky Beef Brisket Quarter Pounder Burgers cut out the effort without compromising on flavour. 

Grill them to your liking, then pile them high with your favourite burger toppings.

You could always serve a shareable platter of our crowdpleasing Dirty Fries at the centre of the table, if you’ve got guests coming over.

Trust us, they’ll think you ordered them from a takeaway – they’re THAT good!

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Smoky Beef Brisket Quarter Pounder Burgers are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £4.25 for a pack of 4 burgers.

8. Black Cherry Hard Seltzer – 106 calories per can

These Black Cherry Hard Seltzer have arrived just in time for sunnier weather! A fizzy blend of fruity flavours, these grab-and-go cans come in at just 106 calories each.

With notes of cherry and cranberry paired with vodka, they’re the perfect (adults only!) refreshment for picnics and buffets.

For more slimming-friendly tipple inspiration, have a look at our summer cocktails roundup by tapping here. 

There’s nothing better than sipping on a refreshing drink with tasty snacks! These bite-sized Chicken Satay Skewers are a doddle to make and they’ll keep nicely until you’re ready to serve them.

Black Cherry Hard Seltzer is available from Aldi, priced at £1.09 per can.

9. M&S Dippy Egg Filled Hot Cross Buns – 99 calories per bun

There’s been a lot of fuss online about these M&S Dippy Egg Filled Hot Cross Buns. We managed to grab the last pack at our local store and it’s fair to say, they’re in demand!

We warmed them up gently in our air fryer for just a few minutes, to get the most from that gorgeously gooey fondant centre.

Our review? These deliciously different hot cross buns are worth the hype!

If it’s a decadent Easter surprise you’re after, whip up our brand-new Creme Egg Lava Cakes. A chocolate lover’s dream, they look and taste so indulgent for only 210 calories per ramekin.

M&S Dippy Egg Filled Hot Cross Buns are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £3.50 for a pack of 6 buns.

10. Tesco Chocolate Orange Carrot Cheesecake Slices – 335 calories per slice

If you’ve got no time to bake this week, these Tesco Chocolate Orange Carrot Cheesecake Slices have you covered. We’re talking about chocolate-orange cheesecake on a chocolatey biscuit base, topped with green-coloured white chocolate ganache.

The adorable carrot-inspired design looks good enough to fool the Easter Bunny!

If you want to take things up a notch for a special occasion, you can always make one single impressive carrot cake, following our recipe for individual Carrot Cakes with Cream Cheese Frosting.

You can buy all sorts of fun decorations in supermarkets at the moment; a bit of edible glitter, sprinkles or cute fondant carrots would look fab!

Tesco Chocolate Orange Carrot Cheesecake Slices are available from Tesco, priced at £3.50 for a pack of 2 slices.

REMINDER Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s our reminder of this week’s Super 6 selection:

• Baby Corn – 26 calories per 100g
• Celery – 14 calories per 100g
• Plums – 46 calories per 100g
• Seasonal Pears – 55 calories per 100g
• Green Beans – 31 calories per 100g
• Golden Delicious Apples – 49 calories per 100g

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