There's a certain thrill in discovering a product that satisfies your cravings and does not break the bank.

It's like finding a hidden gem among the rough, and for many Australian shoppers, that gem has been hiding on the shelves of ALDI.

The snack in question? Blackstone Truffle and Olive Oil Potato Chips, retailing at just $3.50 for a 200g pack.

These chips have caused quite a stir as a shopper declared them as the 'best chips in the entire world'.

The Blackstone Truffle and Olive Oil Potato Chips is being sold for only $3.50 in ALDI. Image source: ALDI Unpacked.

For those who have been mourning the discontinuation of Red Rock Deli's truffle flavour, these ALDI chips have come as a great alternative.

The price point is a significant part of the appeal, with similar gourmet-flavored chips, like those from Red Rock Deli, costing nearly double at other supermarkets.

'Coles will make you pay $15 for some truffle chips,' the shopper said.

Finding this gourmet experience at a fraction of the expected cost has shoppers rushing to their local ALDI, eager to stock up before the word spreads too far and wide.

'I work at ALDI and have been gatekeeping these for so long that they’re too good,' one wrote.

While another replied: 'Gosh, now my ALDI is going to be sold out of my favourite.'

'Dip it in the ALDI goat cheese spread, and you’ll never have anything else as a snack,' one user suggested.

Other users expressed their gratitude, with one saying: 'Thank you! I have been craving truffle chips since they stopped making the Red Rock Deli ones.'

'Thank you for your service,' another replied.

While a third added: 'I’m so sick of paying $5-$8 for a bag of chips! I’m going to ALDI from now on. You’re a gem!'

'For $3.50? I’m running!' a fourth commented.

In other news, Arnott's, the iconic Australian biscuit company, has just announced a major change to two of its beloved snacks.

From early April, gluten-free versions of Arnott’s Shapes Original Barbecue and Jatz will soon hit the shelves.

The new products are being introduced to cater to the growing number of Australians with Coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.

You can read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• ALDI shoppers have discovered a budget-friendly alternative to the popular Red Rock Deli chips, with the Blackstone Truffle and Olive Oil Potato Chips being hailed as a delicious and affordable option.
• The chips, sold for $3.50 at ALDI, are gaining popularity thanks to their high quality and resemblance to the more expensive Red Rock Deli brand.
• A shopper's enthusiastic review on social media has led to a surge in interest for the ALDI chips, with many expressing their appreciation for the money-saving tip.
• ALDI employees and customers alike have shared their admiration for the chips, recommending various pairings and expressing delight at not having to overpay for good-quality chips.

Members, are you a fan of truffle chips? Do you have other recommendations? Share them with us in the comments below!

 

[Andrew]

We keep getting rave reviews on new items that ALDI has. Unfortunately some of these have replaced previous old favourites. In relation to chips they no longer stock my favourite Sour cream and Onion. They don't tell us if something is discontinued or out of stock. Many times l have gone shopping for something, only to find it's no longer on the shelf.

 

[AlanQ]

We keep getting rave reviews on new items that ALDI has. Unfortunately some of these have replaced previous old favourites. In relation to chips they no longer stock my favourite Sour cream and Onion. They don't tell us if something is discontinued or out of stock. Many times l have gone shopping for something, only to find it's no longer on the shelf.

The Aldi experience for you in a nutshell.