'Perfect' mini brownie box slashed to under £5 for Father's Day
There are 10 days left until Father's Day, and those still on the hunt for the perfect gift have enough time to find something Dad will love. If he has a sweet tooth, something delicious to tuck into on the special occasion might be a winner, and Cutter & Squidge is well worth checking out to put a smile on his face.
The Mixed Mini Brownie Box is a popular pick; it comes with a Father's Day packaging sleeve and contains an assortment of rich, gooey mini brownies in a selection of flavours for £21.99. The London-based bakery is known for its letterbox-friendly boxes of handmade brownies, cakes, and biscuits, each wrapped in occasion-specific packaging.
Thanks to a limited deal with TopCashback, shoppers will be able to save big for this special occasion. New customers to TopCashback and Cutter & Squidge will receive a £15 new member bonus plus additional cashback, meaning the Mixed Mini Brownie Box will cost £4.79 after cashback. For an existing Cutter & Squidge customer but new to TopCashback, the brownie box will be £5.52 after cashback.
Delivery of the sweet treat is letterbox-friendly, but next-day service comes at an extra charge. For the foodie dad who enjoys the finer things, the Luxury Wine, Cheese, and Rillette Hamper (£70) from Hampers.com is a standout choice.
It's packed with artisan cheeses, crackers, a bottle of wine and more to enjoy. Alternatively, Bloom & Wild also offer a number of sweet treats available to send to a special someone by post.
The Mixed Mini Brownie Box has become a go-to gift for all sorts of occasions, from 'get well soon' pick-me-ups to congratulatory treats for exam results or even a quirky way to ask someone to be a bridesmaid; the contents stay the same, with only the sleeve swapping out to suit the occasion.
The Birthday Box (£19.99) is the most widely reviewed on Cutter & Squidge's site, earning an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 reviews. In reviews for the Mixed Mini Brownie Box, one shopper shared: "The Mixed Brownie Box is a perfect selection of deliciousness and comes in lovely packaging that matches each occasion."
Another happy customer wrote: "I received these brownies as a birthday gift and they were so delicious that I ordered a box of 12 to be sent to a relative for her birthday. They are highly recommended - a great gift to send and receive."
However, while most reviews are glowing, a handful of customers have noted that the portions are on the smaller side, though that's not unusual for a mixed selection designed to fit through the letterbox. Another customer noted: "Fantastic selection of the most delicious brownies!"
How to get Father's Day Brownie Box for less than £6
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