Overview

• Inspired by Roald Dahl’s Matilda and its famous cake scene, Tesco added the 24-layer chocolate sponge to stores nationwide this week.
• The cake is crafted with an all-butter dark chocolate sponge and ganache coating, serving up to ten people per £16 purchase.
• Customer reactions on social media range from praise for its rich flavour to concerns over the cost per slice.
• Tesco suggests reheating portions in a microwave for 30–40 seconds to deliver a warm, fudgy texture.
• Shoppers seeking alternatives can choose a Victoria sponge or peppermint version for the same price, while a limited Baileys-infused cake has already sold out.