Delicious desserts and exclusive pours, perfect for Christmas

There is always – and we mean always – room for dessert, especially when it’s a chocolate fondant from SuperValu ambassador Gareth Mullins.

We sat down with the man himself and discovered the surprising secret to ensuring perfect fondants time and again. 

“Make them two days before,” laughs Mullins. “That way, you are sorted for Christmas Day.”

His advice is: “Make the fondants on the 23rd and put the ramekins into your fridge, ready to be baked on Christmas Day. Then, after dinner, when you’ve cleaned up a little and are starting to relax, you just need to bake them. Once they’re baked, let them sit, with that molten chocolate in the middle, and then serve with SuperValu Signature Tastes Salted Butter Caramel Ice Cream. Perfect.” 

At home, Mullins always makes a sharing dessert at Christmas, normally traditional trifle with panettone, that can be enjoyed by the whole family, plus just one other dessert.

“People tend to panic and make too many desserts and they’re not eaten,” he says. 

“Instead, make one showstopper and one other dessert; less is more.” But that doesn’t mean skimping on treats; as Mullins points out, it’s about prioritising your time so you can savour the festive season rather than spending it in the kitchen.

And that’s exactly where SuperValu’s Signature Tastes dessert range comes into play.

Take the Madagascan Vanilla Custard, crowned with a Great Taste 2025 One Star. Silky and versatile, it’s equally at home poured over a pudding or layered into a trifle. 

Then there’s the Signature Tastes Yule Log, a silver winner at Blas 2025, courtesy of Couverture Desserts Ltd, a mouthwatering way to impress your guests.

But SuperValu isn’t stopping there. New arrivals for 2025 include the indulgent Belgian Chocolate Trifle and Dulce de Leche & Chocolate Pavlova Stack, a dessert so irresistible we anticipate queues when it lands in store on December 18th.

Of course, while the brand is renowned for its constant food innovation, the Signature Tastes range is firmly rooted in the classics. 

Expect fanfare when the Irish Cream Liqueur Crown Pudding makes its entrance, and again when the Mince Pie Range arrives – timeless essentials that belong on every Christmas table. 

Whether offered to visitors or enjoyed with a warming cup of tea and a Christmas movie, these are the treats that turn December into something magical.

Of course, a showstopping dessert calls for showstopping wine and bubbles, and this year SuperValu has options for all palates and budgets.

SuperValu Signature Range wines deliver premium quality at outstanding value Exclusive to SuperValu, the Signature Range represents the pinnacle of wine selection. 

Specially sourced by renowned wine expert Kevin O’Callaghan, this collection has been meticulously curated to deliver premium quality at outstanding value.

Partnering with distinguished vineyards around the globe, each bottle embodies the very best of its region, variety and style. 

With multiple award-winning wines in the range, you can trust that every pour reflects true craftsmanship and excellence, with classic reds and whites for all tastes and standouts including Ricossa Barolo, Pouilly Fuisse and Andre Goichot, just to name a few.

When shopping in-store, simply look for the Signature Range Icon – your mark of distinction, quality and taste.

And because no festive season is complete without a little sparkle, SuperValu has focused this Christmas on delivering unbeatable prices across its off-licence.

Genuine Champagne starts from just €20, an extraordinary price for such prestige. For everyday celebrations, vibrant Prosecco, at only €8, is the perfect go-to sparkler, while Spanish Cava (€12) and Crémant d’Alsace (€15) bring depth and elegance to the table.

Together, the Signature Range and festive fizz selection ensure that every occasion, from casual gathering to grand celebration, is elevated with exceptional taste at remarkable value.