Shoppers across the UK are abandoning their New Year's health resolutions in droves, captivated by a new wave of chocolate treats from Marks & Spencer that are being hailed as superior to a beloved British classic.
The Return of a Cult Favourite
At the heart of the frenzy is the triumphant return of M&S Speckled Eggs, the retailer's own-brand version of popular mini eggs. Available in three varieties – the original classic, mint, and orange – the 90g bags retail for £1.75. However, it's not just the familiar format causing excitement; fans are boldly claiming these speckled delights are a cut above the competition.
Social media platform TikTok is ablaze with praise. User @AytenManyera posted a compelling review, stating: ‘You HAVE to try the classic Speckled Eggs. So much better than Mini Eggs, especially 10 secs in the microwave.’ This sentiment was echoed by @Rosei_LisaJane, who simply declared the M&S version ‘banging’, while @lizzbalds gave a thumbs-up to the mint flavour.
A Giant New Contender Enters the Ring
Not content with reviving a hit, M&S has also unveiled a brand new, show-stopping product: the Giant Speckled Eggs Crunchy bar. Priced at £7.50 for a substantial 240g, this seasonal twist on the iconic Big Daddy bar swaps caramel and nuts for a mix of mini speckled eggs, cornflakes, and corn pieces, all encased in a cereal-flavoured milk chocolate.
Despite its premium price tag, the bar is receiving rave reviews. TikToker @charli0191 called it ‘insane’, praising the cornflake bits for making it ‘taste really, really good’. She acknowledged the bar was ‘a bit expensive’ and potentially tooth-threatening, but concluded it was ‘really good chocolate’. Her followers were left ‘drooling’ in the comments, with Joanne Davies lamenting, ‘I’m on a diet, but I need to try that.’
An Early Easter and Valentine's Bonanza
These chocolate launches are part of a broader early seasonal push by M&S. The retailer has placed its Easter treats on shelves months ahead of schedule, alongside a cheeky Valentine's Day range that includes a provocatively named ‘You Tickle My Pickle’ chocolate bar.
Furthermore, M&S has stirred excitement in its bakery aisles by bringing back the Extremely Lemony Curd Filled Hot Cross Buns. Priced at around £3.20 for a pack of four, these buns with an ‘oozy, lemon curd filling’ have prompted fans online to urge others: ‘Don’t walk…run to M&S!’
The message from British shoppers is clear: when it comes to indulgent seasonal treats, M&S is currently giving its rivals a serious run for their money, creating a delicious dilemma for chocolate lovers nationwide.
