Sainsbury's axes Patisserie Valerie range from UK shops
The supermarket has confirmed that shoppers can no longer buy Patisserie Valerie cake slices and some have been left shocked.
It comes as someone asked on X, formerly Twitter: '@sainsburys do you still sell patisserie Valerie range?'
To which Sainsbury's responded: 'Hi there, unfortunately this range has been discontinued.'
Others have also reacted on social media, as this 'gutted' fan of the iconic sweet treats wrote: 'Oh no! The Patisserie Valerie counter in Sainsbury's has gone! #gutted.'
They added: 'Their raspberry trifle cake was my favourite xx'
Patisserie Valerie's handmade cake slices were available at 400 Sainsbury's locations.
Just some of the baked goods on offer throughout the years included Black Forest, Mille Feuille and Cheesecake slices.
In 2018, the supermarket extended the number of stores offering the luxury bakes to 70, following a successful trial.
This was due to 'very positive' customer feedback, Sainsbury's reported at the time, with people enjoying the convenience and ease of being able to pick up freshly made Patisserie Valerie cakes alongside other party supplies and their everyday groceries.
Have you noticed Patisserie Valerie cake slices missing from your local Sainsbury's? Let us know in the comments below.
Sainsbury's reveals summer 2025 dessert range
The supermarket has also recently revealed its new line-up of desserts as part of its summer 2025 range.
Discontinued UK Sweets/Chocolates
These include:
Taste the Difference Passionfruit, Raspberry & Pistachio Pavlova
'Prepare to be dazzled by this showstopper, a crisp, melt-in-the-mouth meringue coated with luscious passionfruit cream, juicy raspberries and nutty crunchy pistachios a dessert that's simply un-pav-lievable!'
£7.50 for 460g, available now.
Recommended reading:
Taste the Difference Coffee & Mascarpone Tart
'Treat yourself with this creamy delight. Combining a rich, smooth coffee-infused mascarpone alongside a crisp buttery base, this scrumptious dessert strikes the perfect balance of bold coffee and velvety sweetness, topped with a chocolate cocoa dusting.'
£5 for 444g, available from April 30.
Newsquest has contacted Patisserie Valerie for comment.
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