Aldi’s McDonald’s Happy Meal dupe back on shelves – it’s half the price & everyone agrees the chips are better

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ALDI has brought back its McDonald’s Happy Meal rip-off – and it’s half the price with fans saying the chips are even better.

The budget supermarket’s party meal kits were introduced last autumn but have made a sudden return.

Two Party Meal Kits box showing chicken nuggets, fries, dips, and ice coolers.
Aldi Party Meal Kits have returned
Aldi supermarket exterior.
Budget supermarket Aldi
McDonald's restaurant exterior.
The meal boxes are inspired by McDonald’s Happy Meals

One box contains 12 chicken nuggets, two tomato ketchup dips, two French fries and two orange ice coolers.

They feed two kids and cost just £3.99 – with the contents suitable for the air fryer.

The average McDonald’s Happy Meal for one person is £4.09.

A delighted shopper spotted the product’s return, posting a snap on Facebook page Snack Reviews.

He wrote: “Kids Party Meal Kits now back at ALDI.”

One commenter said: “My eldest prefers this to real McDonald’s.”

Another added: “A real treat.”

A third said: “My teenage daughter loves these ‘unhappy meals’ quick easy treat!”

On fellow Facebook bargain page Newfoodsuk, one happy shopper said: “My two had this for lunch today as a little treat – they said it feels just like they’ve been to McDonald’s- tastes different but is still really good! They loved it.

“The extra nugget caused a little issue though.”

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When cooked at Electric 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6, the chicken nuggets will be ready to eat in just 18 to 20 minutes, whilst the chips take just 15 minutes. 

In September last year, posting on the official @aldiuk Instagram page, the much-loved chain shared a snap of the new kits and wrote: “Back to school means back to busy days! 

“Take away the stress of meal planning with these NEW Oakhurst Meal Kits.

“Perfect for treating your kids to a quick, tasty dinner after a long day of learning.

“Grab these Party Meal Kit boxes from our Freezer Aisle now.”

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