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Metro
2 days ago
- General
- Metro
People are just realising what's actually inside of a Jammie Dodger biscuit
Jammie Dodgers seem like pretty straightforward biscuits, don't they? Just shortcake rounds glued together with bright red jam (presumably strawberry or raspberry). The iconic biscuits, with little hearts on the top, are owned by Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC), which also owns Maryland cookies, Party Rings, Wagon Wheels and Rocky. And while they've been made and sold in the UK since 1960, some people – myself included – are only just learning what's really inside a Jammie Dodger and spoiler alert: it's not quite what it seems. It turns out that ordinary Jammie Dodgers actually contain apple jam, which is flavoured with raspberry. Not raspberry jam. And this is the case for all of the products in the Jammie Dodger range. If you buy a packet of the Really Fruity Strawberry Jammie Dodgers, it's the same thing, with strawberry flavoured shortcake biscuits and strawberry flavoured apple jam inside. Even in the apple and blackcurrant flavoured ones, the apple jam is flavoured with apple and blackcurrant. This isn't something the brand is trying to hide though, as the product packaging clearly states this is the case on the back. Interestingly, on the front it says they have a 'new fruitier jam' and this is perhaps because historically the jam was made with a different fruit – plums. In her book, The Biscuit: The History of a Very British Indulgence, food historian Lizzie Collingham claims this is because plums were cheaper to use than raspberries. But it's not just the biscuit tin where you'll find this unexpected filling – it's also used in jam doughnuts from Greggs. Yep, the bakery chain's classic jam doughnut contains an 'apple and raspberry jam filling', as does the Pink Jammie Doughnut. However, the brand's Jammy Heart Biscuit is only listed as containing a raspberry jam filling on the website. Many jam doughnuts you can buy from the supermarket or bakeries may also contain an apple filling with added flavourings. It's thought this is because apples are cheaper, naturally sweet and when turned into a sauce or paste, have a smooth, jammy texture that's easier to work with. On social media, dozens of people also recently discovered the food industry's little-known jam secret and it's blowing their minds. 'Every day is a school day,' posted the Very British Problems Facebook page, to which Stuart Oh said: 'Something like this makes one question everything they know and makes their world crash around them.' Similarly, Kayla Margaret replied: 'Well I am flabbergasted. I always thought it was strawberry jam. Good lord.' And Katrina Devriese proclaimed: 'Wait…what???' As Posy Maynard wrote that she'd found this discovery 'most distressing'. Others who already knew about the jam shared their own thoughts on why apples were used and other sneaky products you might find it in. Abigail Farenden commented: 'Most bakeries that do something like a victoria sponge, or jam turnover, or a cream and jam donut, if they don't specify a flavour of jam, they'll have what my catering school bought called 'red jam'. It was primarily apples, for the cheap pectin and bulk, and then it had all sorts of random red fruits and berries in it. Currant, strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, cherry, plum. I actually prefer it over pure strawberry, which I find too sickly. I'd rather a better quality raspberry, but it was ok.' More Trending While Phil Dibbs revealed: 'Apples are a cheap base bulk product for jam. Really cheap jam from Eastern Europe uses carrots for the same reason.' Jay Bee also claimed that some jams contain turnips, adding: 'Reminds me of my grandma! As a child she lived near a famous jam factory and regularly saw delivery of both strawberries and turnips to their manufacturing plant! I always think of turnips when I eat jam now.' 'As someone with an intolerance to apples I can confidently say, everything that tastes sweet has apple in it, everything savoury has onion in it, which I'm also intolerant to,' adds Carolyn Knipe. 'Obviously this is in regard to mass produced snack foods. The sugar in your tea probably doesn't have apple in it.' View More » Some people also pointed out that a lot of red fruit juices contain apple, even when it's not the predominant flavour, and that you should keep an eye out for anything where the product description uses the word 'flavour', as more often than not it's a giveaway that it's not made with the actual food. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Aldi fans praise supermarket for free all-day breakfast treat that 'outdoes McDonald's' MORE: American restaurant announces 'major comeback' in UK with first-ever breakfast menu MORE: The UK's best restaurant has been crowned and it sells 'superb' £10 sandwiches
Daily Mail
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Party Rings unveil a major change to shape of popular biscuit - so, are you a fan of the new look?
Party Rings have unveiled a major change to the shape of the popular biscuit - for the first time in forty years - and shoppers have already flocked to one supermarket to clear the shelves of them. The kids' party treat now come in fish shape, Fox's Burton's Companies has revealed. In 1983, Party Rings were released and the icing topped shortcake biscuits have proved a hit with kids and adults alike ever since. Since the new announcement, A sda customers has emptied shelves of to get their hands on the Under The Sea Minis. Party Ring fans flocked to social media to share snaps of empty shelves were the new treat is supposed to be. One customer wrote: 'Brand NEW Fox's Party Rings Under The Sea Minis in Bags, either very popular or haven't arrived at our ASDA yet!' Another said: 'Yes same as my store yesterday only they filled them with normal party rings x' Someone else added: 'I was fuming ha ha. I will try again tomorrow x' Meanwhile a fourth said: 'Must look out for these.' Another said: 'Has anyone found any of these in the North West? Hoping to get some to take on a seaside holiday in a few weeks.' Davina Valetti Marketing Controller of Party Rings said: 'Under the Sea Minis is an exciting milestone for the Party Rings brand. 'It's not every day you change something that's been loved for over 40 years – but we think people are going to be pleased what we've done. We're still bringing the party, just with a fun new twist.' The innovation comes as the brand also recently launched a new limited-edition Strawberry flavour. Party Rings Strawberry can be picked up Home Bargains, Farm Foods, Poundland and Iceland for just £0.90 per pack. It comes after B&M has just dropped a game-changing treat that's sending UK snack lovers into a frenzy - and it's an unusual take on two much-loved sweet staples. Imported all the way from Australia, these delectable biscuits are now gracing UK shelves, much to the delight of sweet-toothed Brits. The Cadbury Caramilk Double Stuff Oreos reimagines the classic chocolatey Oreo cookie, but with a twist. Two golden biscuits are sandwich with a caramelised white chocolate crème filling, proving for a more saccharine variant on the beloved delicacy. The melt-in-your-mouth experience is priced at £2.99 for a 131g pack. Shoppers have been taking to social media to express their enthusiasm. On the popular New Foods UK Facebook group, one foodie wrote: 'I don't like Oreos normally, but these I'd try.' Many rushed to give their compliments, dubbing the treats 'absolute must-haves'. 'Best ones yet,' one fan penned. The post racked up more than 2,600 reactions; however, not everyone was as enchanted - with one writing: 'OMG! Go away! I feel my blood sugar levels rising just looking at them.' The buzz is undeniable, with many eager to get their hands on the biscuits. This launch is part of a broader trend of unique snack offerings making their way to the UK. Previously, B&M introduced the Australian-exclusive Cadbury Dairy Milk Lamington bar, which quickly became a fan favourite. Sweet treat fans looking to indulge in something special should head over to the nearest B&M store. But if caramel isn't your style, other flavour variations are sold by the bargain retailer as well, such as Cinnamon Roll, Mint and Neapolitan Double Stuff Oreos, Metro reported.
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Party Rings makes major change and sends fans rushing to Asda
Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC) has unveiled a major change for its much-loved Party Rings range, with the iconic biscuit being re-shaped for the first time in the brand's 42-year history. Under The Sea Minis offer the much-loved iced shortcake taste of a Party Ring, in fun fish shapes. The tasty new treats are available now at Asda in packs of six mini bags for just £1.50. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Hundreds of people flocked to a Snack News and Reviews Facebook post to tag their friends and family to let them know the news, saying 'OMG we have to get them', 'I actually need these' and 'you better get me several packs.' Others said the products were 'cute' and 'adorable' - another simply commented 'Hell Yeah.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Parents have also shared how great they think the products would be for parties, with one social media user saying, 'we need these for any future parties'. The launch has even sparked debate among super fans, with one user saying, 'but they're not rings though?!' Under the Sea Mini Party Rings come in 6 mini bags Commenting on the launch, Davina Valetti Marketing Controller of Party Rings said: 'Under the Sea Minis is an exciting milestone for the Party Rings brand. It's not every day you change something that's been loved for over 40 years – but we think people are going to be pleased with what we've done. We're still bringing the party, just with a fun new twist.'
Metro
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Emmerdale brings back character 19 years after debut for Joe Tate whodunnit
A soap actor has reprised his role in Emmerdale for a dramatic episode tonight, which will see someone push Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) out of a window at Home Farm. Stephen Rahman-Hughes is certainly no stranger to soapland. It's possible you recognise him from EastEnders, where he played the role of Adam Bateman from 2018-2019. The character was a foster child of Arshad and Mariam, and the local dentist in Walford. Adam started a relationship with Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton), but he quickly started showing signs of being controlling and abusive. He also had an affair with Habiba, a secret that was revealed in powerful scenes. Adam left after a showdown with Honey, which resulted in her throwing what appeared to be a small bin at him, causing the dentist to chip a tooth. Spoilers from tonight's episode of Emmerdale, which is available to view on ITVX right now, to follow. Stephen recently returned to the Yorkshire Dales to film as a character he last played in the early 2000s. He portrayed the role of DS Vikesh Dasari in the ITV soap in 2006-2007, and will be back on our screens this evening, as Noah Dingle (Jack Downham) will report Joe after learning he caused his spiking and limo crash in February. Who pushes Joe Tate? Producer of the show Laura Shaw recently revealed this episode will have a few Easter Eggs linking back to an episode in 2006, when Jimmy King's (Nick Miles) dad Tom King was pushed out of a window at Home Farm. More Trending The detective investigating the murder was Dasari, so he will certainly feel reminded of his past heading into the building tonight to deal with the same crime! Joe is attacked by an unknown assailant at the end of the instalment, after his secrets about spiking Noah, sleeping with Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) and stealing Caleb Miligan's (William Ash) kidney are exposed to multiple residents. View More » The likes of Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle), Caleb, Dawn, Clemmie (Mabel Addison) and Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton) all have their reasons when it comes to wanting revenge on Joe, but only one person will succeed in their plan. MORE: Charity get the shock of her life in Emmerdale after three devastating deaths MORE: 20 Emmerdale pictures reveal a new arrival and John's latest deadly plot MORE: Party Rings biscuits are getting a drastic new look after 42 years
Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Asda launches 80s nostalgic sweet treat ‘with a fun new twist' for just £1.50 – and it's perfect for kids' lunchboxes
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. A new version of a beloved childhood snack has been released. The move is the first of its kind in 42 years. SUGAR RUSH Asda launches 80s nostalgic sweet treat 'with a fun new twist' for just £1.50 – and it's perfect for kids' lunchboxes Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ASDA is selling a creative take on a nostalgic 80s sweet treat - this time with 'a fun new twist' for just £1.50. For the first time in its 42-year history, Fox's Burton's Companies have changed the design of their classic Party Rings biscuits. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 After 42 years, Fox's Burton's Companies have released a new 'under the sea' design Credit: Asda The beloved sweet treat, which features a shortcake biscuit topped with colourful icing, offer a great nostalgic snack that originated in the 80s. Now, Asda is selling a unique version of the snack, making it the perfect time to revisit childhood nostalgia. Available in packs of six mini bags for just £1.50, the "Under the Sea Minis," feature fish and star shaped designs with the same great original flavours. Customers were clearly excited about the product launch as they commented on a Facebook post tagging their friends and family asking them to pick up the exciting new design. One customer wrote: "We need these for any future birthday parties." Other commenters expressed their love for the design, as one wrote: "how cute?" and another said: "these are too cute xx" One shopper hoped to buy some in readiness for a seaside holiday, a very fitting snack given their sea-themed shape. 2 The new Party Rings are available at Asda for just £1.50 for six mini bags Credit: Getty Davina Valetti, marketing controller of Party Rings, said about the launch: "Under the Sea minis is an exciting milestone for the Party Rings brand. "It's not every day you change something that's been loved for over 40 years, but we think people are going to be pleased what we've done. Britain's 'most boring snacks' revealed including rice cakes and popcorn - with chocolate making the top three "We're still bringing the party, just with a fun new twist." The mini bags mean that they are a great snack option for kids' lunchboxes, or for adults who want to relive the flavours of their childhood. Other versions of the popular snack have recently launched, including a limited-edition Strawberry flavour. With a pleasing pink icing, these traditionally-shaped full-sized rings are available for just 90p from retailers like Home Bargains, Poundland and Iceland. The classic ring-shaped design is also available in bags of six mini packs, currently just 82p at Asda thanks to their rollback pricing.
