Savvy shoppers are racing to snap up Aldi’s £2.39 Specially Selected Burrata (150g) as the creamy Italian cheese takes social media by storm.
With #Burrata racking up millions of posts across Instagram and TikTok, and Google searches for ‘burrata recipes’ soaring by a staggering 832%[1], it’s little wonder foodies are desperate to recreate this summer’s hottest dishes without splashing the cash. What’s more, Aldi has revealed a 56% uplift in Burrata sales since June[2].
Following a recent @AldiUK Instagram reel highlighting the cheese, fans have been quick to rave about the supermarket’s budget-friendly buy, with one saying: “It’s delicious 😋“ while another added: “Had this loads of times – it’s fantastic.” A third simply wrote: “I want it!”
Coming in at up to 30% cheaper than pricier alternatives3, Aldi’s Specially Selected Burrata (£2.39, 150g) is fresh and irresistibly creamy, with a soft centre of mozzarella strands and cream. It’s the perfect centrepiece for the viral peach and burrata salad that’s been flooding social feeds this summer.
Shoppers can recreate the trending dish for just £1.23 per person (based on six servings) using Aldi ingredients:
- Specially Selected Burrata (£2.39, 150g)
- Nature’s Pick Peaches (£1.39, 4 pack)
- Nature’s Pick Wild Rocket (69p, 60g)
- Clear Honey (99p, 454g)
- Fresh Basil (50p, 30g)
- The Deli Balsamic Vinegar (£1.39, 500ml)
Total: £7.35 (£1.23 per person, 6 servings)
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[1] Google Search Trends: 25/01/2026 – 26/04/2026 vs 27/04/2026 – 27/07/2026
[2]Based on Aldi sales data
[3] Based on a comparison with No.1 Italian Burrata Cheese (£3.40, 150g). TOTAL SAVINGS: £1.01, 30%. Prices checked at Waitrose.com 28th July 2026.
