Summer is great and all, (hello sun and beach days!), but there’s something inherently soothing about being warm and toastie indoors when it’s cold or raining outside, don’t you think? And have you noticed how what we eat changes with the seasons too? Instead of eating fresh salads, we naturally turn to more comforting foods like carbs and chocolate to warm us up and fight away the winter blues. If you can’t park yourself on the couch watching Netflix with a mug of hot chocolate and a handful of cookies in the midst of winter, when can you?

If you’re looking for a little sweet treat to lift your spirits that won’t break the bank, let us suggest some affordable goodies that you’ll find at your local Coles and Woolies. All have been tested by a range of experts (and me…many, many times) and were voted on by over 50,000 Aussies through the Product of the Year Awards,

Nutella Biscuits 

If you’re working late this winter, then you’re likely looking for a tasty treat to pick up on the way home.

Filled with hazelnut chocolate spread, pair Nutella Biscuits with your favourite tea or coffee for the perfect sharable treat. The crunch of the biscuit mixed with the creamy heart of Nutella Spread, makes for the perfect go-to treat before a night in.

RRP $4.80 at Coles 

Nescafe Original Choc Mocha Inspired by Tim Tam

When that 3pm slump hits and you’re considering your second (third) coffee of the day, try mixing it up with a ready-to-go Mocha.

The Nescafe Original Choc Mocha inspired by Tim Tam can warm you from the inside out and fight away the chill. Available in a range offlavours, this drink tastes like the Australian chocolate biscuit, but finishes with a layer of velvety froth at the top and a kick of chocolate mocha underneath. It will keep you warm and trudging along until you can clock off.

RRP $7.60 at Woolworths

Coles Finest Belgian Dark Chocolate Range

If you’re in need of a chocolate fix, but aren’t into sweet chocolate, a quality dark chocolate with upwards of 70% cocoa is the move.

Crafted by master chocolatiers, the Coles Finest Belgian Dark Chocolate bar is premium dark chocolate available in a range of flavours including mint, hazelnut, and almond. Snap off a piece while watching your favourite show and get the perfect, not too sweet treat.

RRP $3.00 at Coles

Coles Ultimate Gluten Free 40% Choc Chip Cookies 252G

For those who have dietary restrictions, it can be difficult to find a little treat that will truly satisfy your cravings.

A first to market product, the Coles Ultimate Gluten Free Choc Chip Cookies are made with 40% choc chips, a gluten free dough, but tastes like the real thing. Your taste buds and sensitive tummy will be satisfied!

RRP $7.20 at Coles

Coles Gluten Free Ultimate Choc Chip Cookies Baking Mix 500G

Sometimes we want to work for our little treat. If you have more time on your hands, baking is a great winter activity to help pass the time indoors and delivery tasty goodies for the whole home

Your next self-care night in, bake the Coles Gluten Free Ultimate Choc Chip Cookies to experience a freshly baked, packed with real choc chips, delicious treat. Even if you’re not a world class baker, these cookies are easy to throw together for any nighttime craving.

RRP $5.70 at Coles

Coles Joyful Protein Bar range

With less than 2g of sugar per bar, these gluten free protein bars are the perfect guilt-free pick me up.

RRP $4.50 at Coles

About Product of the Year Australia (POY):

Product of the Year is the world’s largest consumer-based awards, with over 5,000 Australian shoppers voting for their favourite supermarket products. The POY awards recognize product innovation and serves as a shortcut for shoppers, saving them time and money when finding the right products. Shoppers can be confidence when buying Product of the Year category winners as they undergo a rigorous testing process. A panel of judges, composed of various industry experts, first tested the products for quality, credibility, and innovation. The resulting productfinalists were then reviewed and voted on by 5,000 Australians.