$1.40 Coles and Woolworths item that shoppers swear by for summer: 'My absolute fave'

Is anything more quintessentially Australian in the summer than spending the day at the beach enjoying the sand, surf, and sun? Perhaps, only treating yourself afterwards with an ice cream and trying desperately to finish it before it melts.

Of course, these types of indulgences often come with a side serving of guilt, as you worry that you've just inhaled way too many calories, sugar and other (really delicious) nasties. Bummer, right?

Well, the great news is that the widely popular, healthier dessert pops that Aussie shoppers swear by, Proud & Punch, has released a brand-new flavour bomb just in time for summer, Hazelnuts About Chocolate - so you can indulge this summer with zero regrets.

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Hazelnuts About Chocolate is not only a delicious treat, but it's just 99 calories, made with real ingredients (roasted hazelnuts and real cocoa syrup) and free of artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives, meaning you can feel guilt-free about indulging in a post-beach sweet treat (yes please).

Shoppers raving about Proud and Punch

Aussie-born and bred, Proud & Punch plant-based desserts offer the best out of both the flavour and health worlds. Available in a delicious range of flavours, including Chocolate, That’s Bananas, Caramel Date Night, Pining for Lime, Coconuts for Mango, and Cookie ‘n’ Dream - there’s something for everyone’s taste preferences, or if you have a sweet tooth like me, more to choose from!

The brand is quickly becoming a favourite with health-conscious Aussies who don't want to skimp on decadence, with many shoppers taking to social media to share the love.

Comments like, “Really love caramel date night," “Had coconuts for mango as well as caramel date night. I love, love love", and “My absolute fave” tell you just how popular these refreshing treats are, making the launch of the new Hazelnuts About Chocolate launch even more exciting!

One health coach even shared that Proud & Punch is a staple in her freezer as it’s a way to cater to that sugar craving without the nasties.

“The caramel date night Proud and Punch literally taste like a Golden Gaytime they are so good,” one person wrote in response.

Delicious recipes using Proud and Punch

If you weren't already salivating (surely this isn’t just me), there is a whole bunch of super yummy recipes that feature none other than Proud & Punch pops making the rounds (for good reason) on social media.

Like this Frozen Caramel and Biscoff Slice which includes the Proud & Punch Caramel Date Night pop.

For chocolate lovers, the That’s Banana’s Cheesecake recipe – is to (happily) die for.

Akin to the popular frozen dessert, Maxibon, there’s also the ultimate dessert sandwich featuring the Proud & Punch Cookies ‘n’ Dream pops.

“Not lying, these are so GOOD," one fan wrote in response.

There’s even this delicious Christmas-themed 12 days of festive recipes posted by the nutrition app, equ, featuring the Caramel Date Night pop with white chocolate and topped with crushed candy canes, pistachios, or sprinkles- yummy!!

“Best,” posted one Instagram user.

“Delish,” wrote another.

“Omg yummm” posted another recipe fan.

Plus, other all-year-round recipes like this Biscoff cheesecake which includes Carmel Date Night pops.

“NOM NOM” one person wrote in response.

Another posted, “Let’s make some.”

And also, a Caramel Date Night smoothie for a sweet, filling pick-me-up for that 3 pm slump.

Where to buy Proud and Punch

Okay, with all of this talk about Proud & Punch desserts and with the new Hazelnuts About Chocolate flavour, well, you’ll have to excuse me as I head down to my local supermarket and stock up.

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And with the six-pack retailing at $8.50 at Coles and Woolworths, which equates to $1.41 per pop (yes, spare change), the pops are super affordable - which I think we can all agree makes the Proud & Punch treats even sweeter.

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