Snackmas Day 17- M&S Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Rolls

I couldn't get enough of the Maple Bacon Tortilla Rolls that graced us last Snackmas - They were ridiculously moreish and I thought, quite an "original" idea to put out there despite still not being all too sure exactly what Maple has to do with Christmas..  

M&S being M&S however aren't just happy with one repeat flavour and this year have chosen to embrace their spicy side with these NEW Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Rolls. I snapped up the physically dinkier, although still 190g bag, for £1.50 and took reassurance in the fact that they are gluten free as well as suitable for veggies and vegans. 

Tearing into the bag, a smell that can only be described as that of "seaside doughnuts" came from the Rolls which naturally, made my hopes soar to great heights. Almost greasy and buttery in taste, the Tortilla's still had the signature corn chip flavour combined with a semi sweetness that really was like the aforementioned.. Minus the overload of sugar, of course! The comforting warmth of cinnamon was consistent throughout and came through subtly along with providing a delicious aftertaste which made them all too easy to munch away at. Texture wise, they were equally as flawless in being satisfyingly crisp and satisfyingly crunchy - Yum!

Ah M&S have only gone and done it again.. These Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Rolls are bloomin' brilliant! They pack just the right balance of sweet and spice, combined with the pure delight of some sort of doughy fritter - I think I can safely say, no one is going to turn their nose up at that! Get a bag,  why dontcha - It's a 4.5 out of 5 from me!

Snackmas Day 4- M&S Maple Bacon Tortilla Rolls

Unless you intend on being Lonely This Christmas, chances are you will need nibbles for your guests to munch on whilst you're faffing about in the kitchen. I avoid the nuts due to the obvious potential, Christmas calamity but crisps are always very welcome!

I found these NEW Maple Bacon Tortilla Rolls in the festive aisle of M&S and thought they would be perfect for a get together. I am not entirely sure when Maple started having anything to do with Christmas but I do like the flavour combination on my pancakes so figured why not and picked up the 190g bag for £2.

"FRAZZLES!" was my first thought upon opening the bag - The smell was almost identical to the bacon flavoured snacks from my childhood! I was a little concerned they were going to taste the same given the fact, I was never a fan but thankfully, these were blooming tasty! The texture of the Tortilla Roll itself was super crunchy with the signature, corn chip flavour which surprisingly wasn't overpowered by the bacon element as it was noticeable but not overly strong. The flavour was mainly just smokey with sweeter understones which although I wouldn't have known was meant to be maple, was very pleasant. A slight saltiness made the Rolls very moreish but wasn't enough to result in a sore mouth. Yum! 

Overall, these Maple Bacon Tortilla Chips are miraculously, another winner of a snack from M&S. They are seriously delicious and I imagine would go down a treat at your Christmas shindig.. It's always nice to have something a bit different to offer! It's a 4 out of 5 from me.

Review- Kettle Tortilla Chips: Sweet Chilli Salsa and Cool Sour Cream

Tortilla Chips seem to be the "in thing" at the minute. I am not sure why we ever needed anything other than a good old Dorito but, alas.. Here are Kettle Chips "gourmet" offering. 

I picked up the Sweet Chilli Salsa and Cool Sour Cream Tortilla Chips in Asda. I can't remember the exact price but I am pretty sure, they were on some sort of offer - 2 for £3, perhaps!

The Cool Sour Cream were branded as NEW although I hadn't seen either variety from Kettle Chips, previously. 

Sweet Chilli Salsa

I am a bit funny when it comes to anything remotely spicy - I've been known to complain that black pepper is to much for me to handle so these probably aren't the best thing for me to review! MSW on the other hand is a chilli fiend and completely went to town on these. She stated that the flavour was spot on with a mild heat coming from the chilli which was perfectly balanced with an undertone of tomato. They were very crispy and moreish - I am sure she won't mind me telling you, the bag didn't last 2 days!  Its a 4 out of 5, from her and in turn, me!

Cool Sour Cream

These tortilla chips were far more my cup of tea! I was quite surprised how similar they tasted to the Cool Original Doritos, although they no where near as salty and didn't hurt my tongue, thankfully! They had a nice sour cream taste with a slight tang which I think is always a really good accompanionment to the corn chip flavour. Once agin, they were very crunchy and highly addictive - It really is difficult to stop eating them once the bag is open! Its another 4 out of 5 from me. 

Overall, I was really impressed with these Kettle Tortilla Chips. They were perfect as is but I imagine, even more delicious with dips - Unfortunately, neither bag stuck around long enough to see! There are Sea salt and Nacho Cheese varieties in the same range which I would be equally as eager to try.. It would be interesting to see how they fare against the Tangy Cheese Doritos. 

Have Doritos finally met their match? I say, "gourmet" all the way!