I tried six popular supermarket bakeries to find the best
During a typical weekly food shop, there's something rather special about wandering past the bakery aisle to browse enticing treats while taking in the scent of freshly baked bread. Each supermarket offers a unique selection of pastries, loaves, doughnuts, cakes, and beyond, although not all retailers provide the highest quality, optimal value, and both inventive and traditional options.
TL;DR
- Morrisons was ranked the best supermarket bakery for its vast selection, value, and unique takes on traditional British favorites.
- Sainsbury's was rated second for its strong offering of nostalgic and traditional British baked goods.
- Lidl came in third, noted for its popularity, affordability, and high sales figures, though its selection could be more extensive.
- Asda offered a balanced selection of pastries, breads, and cakes, but lacked truly remarkable items.
- M&S was ranked fifth, praised for quality but criticized for its high prices, with a single almond croissant costing £2.60.
- Aldi was ranked last due to its limited bakery selection, with most stores lacking a fresh bakery section.