Each year, we not so patiently wait for the good news that Aldi’s Christmas food range has been released. We’re not the only ones - Aldi’s army of fans are just as eager to get their hands on festive treats and tipples. That’s why we’ve made this handy guide to our top picks of starters, mains, desserts and drinks.
The days are getting colder and there are more brilliant Christmas menus and offerings than we can count. Marks and Spencers’ Christmas food is coming back, and the best Christmas hampers promise to be bigger and boujier than ever. Yes, M&S has some great stuff, but it certainly isn’t cheap. But what about those of us on a budget? Although Aldi is officially the UK’s cheapest supermarket, it seems to do an impressive job of maintaining quality, especially come December.
If you’re thinking cheap Christmas food means dry turkey and floppy vegetables, think again. Last year, Aldi brought out some surprisingly elevated entries, including scallops gratinated in their own shells, glazed salmon sides and an incredibly boujie peppercorn-encrusted Wagyu beef joint. The 2024 Aldi Christmas range will be available for click and collect, and orders can be changed for free until 11.50 pm the night before. Perfect for when that relative suddenly decides they’re vegan.
If you ask us, no Christmas is complete without a little tipple. That’s why we’ve thrown in some delicious drinks to wash down your festive feast. Start off with a bottle of great-value Prosecco, before sipping on a Baileys alternative that’s just as good and costs half as much. Finally, enjoy an award-winning 5-year-old blended malt whisky.
The Aldi elves are busy working on a new 2024 range, but we’ll update this guide as soon as new festive treats are released. In the meantime, let's revel in the memory of Christmases past and take a look at some of last year's best treats.
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The best Aldi Christmas starters
Given the feast ahead, starters might seem like overkill. But when else in the year do we get a whole day to eat this much food? These are our favourites to nibble on before your meal or serve them alongside mains.
Lemon and Mascarpone Canapés
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What: What’s not to love about lemon and creamy Mascarpone? These luxurious little canape starters bring something timeless and classy to the table to amuse your bouche for the festivities ahead. Smoked and cooked salmon hides underneath the lemon-flecked Mascarpone cream - delicious.
How much: £3.49
Buy now: TBA
Specially Selected Scallop Gratins
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What: With Christmas diners less enthused over turkey, Aldi went big on seafood last year. These tasty scallop gratins, served in a creamy sauce with a gratin top, were one of our favourites. Though variations witch prawn and Champagne, and salmon and scallop mornay are up there too.
How much: £3.99
Buy now: TBA
Specially Selected Pork, Maple & Chestnut Chipolatas Wrapped in Bacon
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What: Aldi also released a whole range of pig in blanket options. It's not surprising, pigs in blankets are objectively the best part of Christmas. We're talking lux pork, maple and chestnut chipolatas, and that’s all before they get wrapped in smoked streaky bacon.
How much: £3.19
Buy now: TBA
Giant Yorkshire Pudding Pig in Blanket
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What: What’s better than a pig in a blanket? A pig in a blanket in another blanket, that’s what. This year, we're hoping Aldi’s popular giant Yorkshire pudding returns, complete with its giant pig in blanket to go inside - it’s like a big festive Cumberland sausage!
How much: £4.99
Buy now: TBA
The best Aldi Christmas mains
On to the main event! Here are six hearty options that are guaranteed to impress your guests. Most of them are ready to pop straight in the oven, making for a less stressful day and a prompt start time for eating.
British Turkey Crown
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What: Great for smaller gatherings and breast meat fans, Aldi's turkey crowns were a favourite from last year. There was also a Specially Selected Stuffed Turkey Crown to make an attractive festive table centrepiece!
How much: £19.99
Buy now: TBA
Specially Selected Crackling Gammon Joint (Bone-in)
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What: If you're going down the alternative Christmas main route, this beautiful bone-in gammon joint could be the one. With crunchy crackling and brown sugar glaze, it's juicy, sweet, salty, tangy, and looks a treat in the middle of the table.
How much: £18.99
Buy now: TBA
Maple & Clementine Glaze Side of Salmon
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What: A side of salmon makes a lovely showstopper for Christmas lunch, and this maple and clementine glazed version caught our eye, though the orange and lemon option also sounds delightful. Who doesn't fancy a little variety on Christmas?
How much: £11.99
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Specially Selected British Peppercorn Crusted Wagyu Picanha
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What: Just imagine your guests' faces when you plonk this hefty pepper-crusted Wagyu picanha on the table. The picanha is a Brazilian beef cut beloved for its tenderness and flavour, and the fragrant, peppery crust elevates that to new levels. Serves 4-6.
How much: £24.99
Buy now: TBA
Specially Selected Vegan Festive Wreath
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What: Aldi upped its game last year for vegan and plant-based customers all across the board from canapes to mains and desserts, we're keen to see what's next. This award-winning vegan festive wreath (made from a mix of butternut squash, cranberries, and chestnuts) has returned once already and we can't wait to tuck into it again come December 25.
How much: £4.99
Buy now: TBA
Partridge In A Pear Tree Wellingtons
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What: Is this the ultimate festive main? It’s certainly up there. Boneless partridge breasts have been stuffed with pork and pear stuffing then wrapped in buttery puff pastry. Cut into the crisp outer layer and enjoy the meaty goodness within - heavenly!
How much: £9.99
Buy now: TBA
The best Aldi Christmas desserts
Sweet treats are one of the best things about Christmas each year. Aldi often has some brilliant creations, all at highly agreeable prices (the Christmas pud is a particularly great bargain).
Specially Selected Billionaire’s Cheesecake
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What: Over the last few years we’ve seen cheesecakes ascend in popularity, becoming a recognised part of the Christmas dessert spread. Aldi’s novelty cheesecakes come in a few different forms - this beautiful one is a Billionaire’s cheesecake that combines chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, cocoa dusting and of course, creamy cheesecake filling. Who says no to that?
How much: £8.99
Buy now: TBA
Double Chocolate Semi-Freddo Igloo
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What: This one is a great crowd pleaser for kids and adults alike - a cute white chocolate igloo, packed with semifreddo mousse and chewy meringue inside. How could we not mention our little milk chocolate penguin pal too?
How much: £6.99
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Holly Lane Cuthbert Mini Rolls
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What: Caterpillar cake-related lawsuits aside, we all love a mini roll-type cake. Cuthbert - or to use his full name, chocolate sponge filled with vanilla flavour filling enrobed in milk chocolate and finished with edible decorations - got some festive additions last year and we’re here for it.
How much: £1.79
Buy now: TBA
Holly Lane Iced Mince Pies
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What: Last year saw Aldi's mince pie range double up. Fortunately, both the classic and much-loved Holly Lane Deep Filled Mince Pies as well as the new Holly Lane Iced Mince Pies are back for Aldi Christmas 2024.
How much: £1.59
Buy now: Holly Lane Iced Mince Pies
18-Month Matured Christmas Pudding
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What: What’s better than a Christmas pudding? One that’s been maturing for a year and a half, of course! This particular one came packed with vine fruits, cider, brandy, cognac and almonds, making for a showstopping festive dessert. You can even pop it in the microwave too.
How much: £4.49
Buy now: TBA
The best Aldi Christmas drinks
If you haven't sampled Aldi's wine selection then you've been missing out. Here are our favourite festive tipples, including bubbly Prosecco, Irish cream, and Scotch that's so good it's won medals.
5-Year-Old Blended Malt Whisky
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What: Aldi’s wines are fast gaining a reputation as some of the most reliable and well-priced in the business, now it's their whisky that's taking the limelight. With subtle notes of dry hay, mint and citrus, backed by rich malt flavours, this 5-year-old blended malt number scooped a silver medal at this year’s International Spirits Challenge.
How much: £14.99
Buy now: 5-Year-Old Blended Malt Whisky
Ruby Reserve Port
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What: If there’s one time you get to break out the port, it’s Christmas. It's not just because we're getting merry, port wine can stimulate digestion, something we all need on December 25. This ruby reserve bottle is just what you want from your tipple on Christmas day, with plenty of juicy red fruit notes.
How much: £8.99
Buy now: TBA
Salted Caramel Espresso Martini
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What: Aldi isn't just known for its wines and spirits, they've been shaking it up with bottled Christmas cocktails. This sweet and salty Espresso Martini is guaranteed to provide the caffeine hit you need when that late afternoon, post-lunch slump comes along.
How much: £9.99
Buy now: TBA
Prosecco Superiore Millesimato
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What: It’s not a party without something bubbly! This award-winning Prosecco is the perfect balance between price and quality, sitting comfortably on the right side of a tenner. Plus, it's been approved by Good Housekeeping. There are also pink varieties too if that’s more your thing.
How much: £8.99
Buy now: TBA
Ballycastle Irish Country Cream
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What: Clocking in at less than a fiver, this boozy, creamy tipple is a favourite festive drink. The Ballycastle Irish Country Cream blends booze, chocolate and vanilla into a winning combo, perfect for cocktails or poured straight over ice (or coffee, perhaps for Boxing Day).
How much: £5.79
Buy now: Ballycastle Irish Country Cream
When is Aldi Christmas food available?
This year's Aldi Christmas range (along with some as yet unseen seasonal creations) will go into store at various times in November and December. Once they've been released check on the Aldi Christmas food page to find out the exact dates for each product.
How does Aldi click and collect work?
Having selected your food and preferred store, the team will do the rest for you. All you have to do is head to your selected shop on collection day and the staff will load your order straight into your car for you. Orders can be changed until 11:50 pm the night before and the pickers are trained to choose the freshest options. The food will be placed in your boot in compostable tray liners, making it super easy to take your purchases inside.
It’s Christmas menus galore right now, so be sure to check out our guide to this year’s Starbucks festive menu too.