Tesco has quietly slipped a new festive chocolate biscuit into its Christmas aisle, and shoppers are calling it a Tim Tam dupe.
If you’ve been craving that iconic Aussie-style choc sandwich with a creamy middle and a satisfying snap, this is one to watch.
It’s an instant nostalgia hit if you’ve tried a Tim Tam abroad[/caption]
On shelves now in the seasonal section, and flagged by social media accounts like @sweetreviewsuk, Tesco’s new chocolate sandwich biscuit doubles down on the cocoa.
You get a crisp biscuit, a smooth cream centre and a thick chocolate coating that holds up nicely when dunked.
We expect it to be rich without being cloying, with a lighter crunch than a Penguin and a sweeter finish than a classic bourbon.
The format does the heavy lifting. Two slim biscuits, a soft filling and a full coat of chocolate.
It’ll be an instant nostalgia hit if you’ve tried a Tim Tam abroad or picked up imports in the past.
It also sits neatly in that “treat with a brew” sweet spot that UK shoppers love.
What shoppers are saying
Social feeds lit up as soon as the packs landed.
The sentiment is consistent across social media comments, with those on Snack Reviews’ Facebook post comparing it to the Aussie classic.
“Wish we’d seen these today,” says one, while another enthuses, “I feel like we need a girls’ movie night and a bowl full of these!!!”.
If you want to do it the official ‘Tim Tam’ way, try the “slam”.
Bite off opposite corners, use it as a straw for your hot drink, then eat the melty biscuit before it collapses.
The coating on this Tesco number appears sturdy enough to try at home, and the filling will soften quickly once it’s warm.
How it compares to the real thing
Texture-wise, this sits between a Tim Tam and a Penguin.
The biscuit is a touch airier than a Tim Tam, which makes the crunch feel lighter.
The chocolate layer is generous, closer to the Aussie style than most UK supermarket dupes.
Flavour leans milk chocolate with a sweeter cream, so expect less cocoa bitterness and more dessert vibes.
If you want the exact Tim Tam taste, the original has just arrived in Tesco stores nationwide, starting from October 3, according to the brand.
That means you can pick up the authentic pack and the Tesco alternative in the same shop and run your own taste test.
If you want the exact Tim Tam taste, the original has just arrived in Tesco stores nationwide[/caption]
Price and where to find it
Look for the new chocolate sandwich biscuits in Tesco’s Christmas aisle and on seasonal end caps.
Stock can vary by store size, but the festive section is your best bet.
Expect a family-size pack at a wallet-friendly supermarket price, making it an easy addition to your big shop.
The treat doesn’t appear to be available from the Tesco online store at the time of writing, but we’ll keep an eye out.
