Morrisons has added a sweet Christmas pizza to its festive range, topped with pieces of Terry’s Chocolate Orange and biscuit crumbs instead of the usual cheese and tomato. The dessert pizza is listed at £4 on the Morrisons website and has been spotted in a number of its stores. Pictures of it have been shared widely online, with lots of shoppers saying they couldn’t believe it was real. Here’s what we know about the new pizza, what else is in Morrisons’ Christmas dessert range and what shoppers have been saying.
The Sweet Christmas Pizza swaps the traditional tomato base and savoury toppings for sweet ingredients. It’s topped with chunks of Terry’s Chocolate Orange, one of the best-known Christmas treats in the UK, along with biscuit crumbs.
Morrisons hasn’t shared full details of the base or any sauce, so it’s worth checking the packaging in store or the product page online if you want to know exactly what’s in it. As with any new product, the label will also have allergy information and cooking instructions.
How much it costs & where you can find it
The pizza costs £4 on the Morrisons website, which puts it at a similar price to many of the supermarket’s other Christmas desserts. That makes it a fairly cheap way to try something different over the festive season. It’s not yet clear whether the price is the same in every store, as prices can sometimes vary. If you’re keen to try one, it’s worth checking the Morrisons website or app before you head out.
The pizza has been spotted in various Morrisons stores and is also listed online, so you may be able to add it to a delivery or click and collect order. Morrisons hasn’t said how many stores are stocking it. Christmas ranges often sell out quickly, especially when a product gets a lot of attention online. If your local store doesn’t have it, it may be worth asking staff whether more stock is expected.
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Why it’s got people talking
The pizza first got attention after the food account @newfoodsuk shared a picture on Instagram with the caption “Terry’s Chocolate Orange Pizza spotted at Morrisons!” The post quickly drew hundreds of comments from shoppers sharing their reactions. Many people couldn’t quite believe it was real. One asked “Is it a joke?”, while another said it had to be left over from April Fool’s Day, and a third simply wrote “I cannot believe this is real”.
Chocolate Orange is a firm favourite at Christmas, and pizza is one of the nation’s go-to treats, so it’s no surprise the idea of putting the two together has caught people’s attention. For many, the big question is whether the two actually work together. As one person put it: “I love pizza, and I love Chocolate Orange, but not sure about together.”
What else is in the dessert range
The pizza is part of Morrisons’ wider festive dessert range, which also includes a limoncello and clementine dessert and a starry night profiterole stack. There are also deep-filled mince pies for anyone who prefers a more traditional Christmas treat.
Morrisons’ Own Brand Director, Amy Austin, said Christmas is a magical time and that the supermarket wants to help customers make the most of it. She said customers can find the range in store, at its Market Street counters, and online with delivery.
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Dessert pizzas have been around for a while, and some pizza restaurants have served chocolate versions for years. They’re often made with a sweet dough or a thin base, topped with chocolate spread, fruit or sweets, and served warm. What makes the Morrisons version stand out is the use of Terry’s Chocolate Orange, which many people only buy at Christmas. It’s that mix of a festive favourite and an everyday food that seems to have got people talking.
Ideas for serving it
If you do pick one up, it could work as a fun dessert for a family film night or a party, cut into small slices so everyone can try it. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a little cream on the side could help balance out the chocolate. It could also be a talking point at a Christmas get-together, especially if you’ve got guests who love Chocolate Orange. Just remember to follow the cooking instructions on the pack.
Before you head to the shops, check the Morrisons website to see whether the pizza is available near you. As it’s a seasonal product, it’s likely to be around for a limited time only. And if you’re not sure whether you’ll like it, it’s only £4, so it could be worth trying once just to find out. You might be one of the people who loves it, or you’ll have a good story to tell either way.
