Budget Jaffa Cake

This is the first of my Jaffa cake blogs to portray something negative about the best cake in the world. Today I am going to shine the spotlight on the 'budget' Jaffa cake. In many supermarkets and stores around the UK and Europe you will find a packet of Jaffa cakes that are appealing because of their price, low fat and convenience, encased only in a plastic wrapping, not presented professionally in a cardboard box. Do not let these selling points steal your precious pennies, you are worthy of better than that. Don't take me wrong, I'm not dissing these types of Jaffa cakes as such, only pointing out that if you buy them, you will find they have a crunchy texture, a cheaper chocolate coating and a smaller amount of tangy orange centre. Take my advice, buy the Jaffa cakes that appeal to you, but more importantly, you could have a happier experience buying the boxed types. Also a word to the wise, if you look after your pennies, your pounds will take care of themselves.

Aldi Jaffa Cake

After tasting the Aldi Jaffa Cake, I have rated this 8/10. This is a well put together Jaffa Cake that includes a flavoursome orange centre, a soft cake base and dark, nicely spread chocolate coating. The jelly is rich, not only in flavour, but it has more substance to it than most other Jaffa Cakes I have eaten and reviewed. On a personal note, I liked them so much, I ate a whole packet of 12 in a total of 5 minutes. It was a great experience and I look forward to my next packet of Aldi Jaffa Cakes.