I tasted supermarket Euro 2024-themed footy cakes – winner is fun for kids while Tesco’s £10 treat really hit the spot
WE are all excited about Euro 2024 – and supermarkets want in on the action too.
From football-themed rolls to crumpets and pizzas, many have brought out products to mark the tournament.
And what better addition to your championship spread than one of these fabulous football cakes?
But which is tastiest and the best value?
We asked Lynsey Hope to try a selection.
Here, she rates her favourites.
England Shirt
Serves 20 – Tesco, £13
THIS was probably the stand-out cake in terms of design.
The kids were so excited by it.
The sponge was light and tasty and the jam was perfectly sweet.
4/5
Football Cake
Serves 16 – Asda, £11
THE icing on this overly sweet bake separated from the cake when I tried to cut it, which was annoying.
It says serves 16, but I would say 12.
2/5
Football Crazy
Serves 12 – Sainsbury’s, £10
SMALLER than most of the others but it had a lovely flavour, especially the buttercream.
And it lasted a good few days before going stale.
4/5
Jam-filled Muffin
Serves 1 – Lidl, 99p
COULD have done with a little more jam, but actually I really enjoyed this moreish treat.
These would definitely make a nice addition to any Euro party spread.
3/5
Football Cake
Serves 14 – Tesco, £10
THIS simple vanilla sponge filled with buttercream and fruity jam really hit the spot.
It is soft and sugary, but not too sweet.
Not the easiest to cut, but a great value option.
4/5
Star Player Cake
Serves 16 – Morrisons, £10
I LIKED the appearance but the sponge was a bit dry and went stale very quickly.
The icing was incredibly sweet.
A good price, but I probably wouldn’t choose this again.
2/5
Football Smash Dome Cake
Serves 16 – M&S, £18
HIDDEN inside this white and milk chocolate treat is an edible trophy and shortcake balls.
The cake itself is a layered madeira sponge.
It was a bit of a mess but the kids had great fun.
5/5