You know that crazy chocolate cake from the Matilda movie? The one that went viral online, originally called "Bertha" from Get Baked? Well, now Tesco’s selling their own version. It's got 24 layers and a load of chocolate ganache, and you can grab it in stores for £16.
That’s about £4 cheaper than the original. And the best part? It’s not just a limited thing—it’s going to be on the shelves permanently in almost 500 stores across the UK. People are already rushing to try it, and it's causing a bit of a buzz online.
Made by Studio Bakery, Not Get Baked – And Yeah, That Matters
Tesco didn’t team up with Get Baked for this one. Instead, they worked with Studio Bakery—a smaller, family-run bakery based in Lancashire. It’s not the exact same as the Bertha cake, but visually, it’s definitely aiming to hit the same vibe.
The layers are all there. The thick chocolate ganache is there. But some fans are like, “Ehh, it’s not quite the same.” A few have posted online saying they’d still rather have the original. But others are loving the convenience and lower price. So, honestly, it depends what you’re into—authenticity or easy access.
What’s Inside and Where You Can Find It
This thing is massive. The cake has 24 thin layers of sponge stacked with chocolate ganache in between. It’s not just for show either—it’s meant to serve around 10 people, with each slice clocking in at about 375 calories.
You’ll find it in 480 Tesco stores and also online. Since it’s going to be a regular product (not just a one-time promo), you don’t have to panic-buy it or anything. But yeah, from the look of it, it might still sell out for a while.
What People Are Saying Online
Social media has been full of reactions—some people are hyped, others are like “meh.” Here’s the general mood:
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Excited buyers are saying they’ve “never run faster to Tesco” and calling it “the best-looking supermarket cake ever.”
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Cake loyalists are more skeptical: “Bertha is still queen,” one user posted. A few even accused Tesco of copying.
But, you know how it is with food trends—everyone’s got an opinion. What matters is if you like it. For £16, it’s a pretty decent way to test it out without a trip to Leeds or paying extra for a custom cake.
