Tasting Review: Holiday Hits at Aldi: From Cheese Calendars to Almond Eggnog, We Tried It All!

The holiday season at Aldi is nothing short of a festive feast for the senses!

In our latest adventure, we delved into the cornucopia of seasonal offerings and plant-based delights that Aldi has laid out.

So, grab a notepad and get ready to jot down your must-haves from Aldi this holiday season!

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Various holiday and plant-based food items from Aldi are taste-tested.

Simulate Nugs (Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets):

These nuggets were well-received, particularly for their breading, which was compared to McDonald’s McNuggets. The reviewers found them flavorful enough to eat without a dipping sauce.

Everything But The Bagel Seasoned Shrimp Stuffed with Cream Cheese:

These shrimp were a hit and considered a great holiday appetizer due to their indulgent cream cheese filling and good quality shrimp.

Parmesan Hasselback Potatoes:

These small-sized potatoes were preferred over similar products from Trader Joe’s. They were noted for their soft texture, good flavor, and ease of cooking.

Califia Farms Holiday Nog (Almond Milk Based):

This beverage was liked for its thinner consistency compared to traditional eggnog, along with its strong nutmeg and cardamom flavor.

Cheese Advent Calendar:

A variety of cheeses were sampled, including mature cheddar, black pepper gouda, smoked cheddar, smoked apple cheddar, and cheddar with port wine. The smoked apple cheddar didn’t have a noticeable apple flavor, but the cheddar with port wine was appreciated for its unique texture and flavor.

Speculaas Spiced Cookies:

These were compared to Trader Joe’s schoolbook cookies, noted for their thinness and good crunch. They were recommended as a pairing with tea, coffee, or vanilla ice cream.

Peanut Clusters with Milk Chocolate:

These were praised for their high-quality peanuts and chocolate, with a strong peanut flavor being the highlight.

Stollen (Cherry Flavored):

This traditional German holiday bread, made with raisins, almonds, cherries, brandy, and citrus peels, was less favored due to its lack of strong flavor.

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