SHOPPERS are flocking to Poundland to a buy a £1 sweet product that’s perfect for Christmas – with fans saying they “really need” them.
The sweet treat, which is the ideal accompaniment to have with a hot chocolate this Christmas, has also been gaining traction on social media.
The Candy Cane Spoons come in packs of six and are peppermint-flavoured.
One Facebook user posted a picture of the sweets in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group, noting that the treat would be perfect “for hot chocolate stations”.
Since then, the post has wracked up 136 likes and 80 comments.
Many commenters rushed to share their excitement, with one writing: “I really need these.”
Another seemed to recruit a friend to try the unusual snack, saying: “If you get some of these keep me some please.”
Meanwhile, a mum had a humorous word of warning for those considering feeding them to their kids.
She said: “Be warned these are fun but also the stickiest things your kids will ever touch.”
And countless other commenters excitedly tagged friends and fellow family members.
The Candy Cane Spoons join a host of other new sweet treats hitting supermarket shelves this Christmas.
Tesco has launched a Tunis Cake for £10 – a retro dessert last seen in the 80s.
Morrisons has released a gingerbread latte flavoured pastry plait — available in a two-pack for just £1.89.
Aldi has brought back its beloved chocolate mascot, Kevin the Carrot, telling fans, “Countdown to Christmas with Kevin.”
The advent calendar which hit shelves on November 7 has already been scooped up by hundreds of shoppers, some of whom have been spotted online trying to re-sell the item for a profit.
And McVitie’s has come out with new Gingerbread Flavour Milk Chocolate Digestives for £1.89.
The company is also releasing the McVitie’s Jaffa Tree for £3, which it describes as the “perfect centrepiece” or a “fantastic stocking filler” for any seasonal celebration.
You can even get your festive sugar-fix at Greggs, with new star and Christmas tree shaped gingerbread biscuits, a Christmas bun and the returning cult favourite, the Christmas Cake Slice.
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.
