I tried own-brand chocolate sauces… 89p winner was full of flavour and goes with anything.

According to The Sun: A chocolate sauce for your favorite ice cream is hard to beat, but you don’t have to spend a fortune on fancy restaurant desserts to enjoy it.

A new addition from Marks and Spencer, which can be used on your cone, has sparked interest among shoppers and on social media.

Damien McFadden Laura Stott tests chocolate sauces

However, there are plenty of other own-brand toppings that can be used with desserts.

Here are Laura Stott's ratings for each of them.

Cracked Shell Chocolate Sauce, 250g, £2.50, M&S

Damien McFadden

If you have fond memories of the 'magic' chocolate sauce that hardened on the cone, try going back in time.

This sauce won't leave anyone indifferent, even those trying it for the first time.

Shake the bottle well, pour it on your cone or in a cup, and then wait for it to set before breaking it.

It may not be the fanciest sauce, but it’s more about enjoyment than refined taste.

The hassle of washing up afterward is just part of the process.

RATING: 3/5

Askeys Treat Chocolate Dessert,325g, £1.75, Morrisons

Damien McFadden

This sauce, made with sugar syrup and low-fat cocoa powder, is reminiscent of some counterparts, but costs nearly a pound more.

While there's more than enough sweetness here, if that’s not your style, you may want to walk past.

However, if you're looking for something chocolatey and comforting, it fits the bill.

The milky flavor and sticky consistency pair well with the cone.

This sauce also makes a decent addition to pies.

While the taste is good, you would expect more for this price.

RATING: 2/5

Chocolate Flavour Dessert Sauce, 325g, £1, Asda

Damien McFadden

This affordable sauce from Asda is a surefire way to elevate your dessert without breaking the bank.

It tastes reminiscent of hot chocolate and impresses with its consistency and ease of use.

It pairs wonderfully with chocolate chips or marshmallows, and can also be used for baking cupcakes.

RATING: 3/5

Chocolate Flavour Dessert Sauce, 325g, £1.30, Tesco

Damien McFadden

This own-brand sauce is pricier than most counterparts, and I was surprised to find it has less cocoa.

Many other chocolate toppings contain 7% low-fat cocoa powder, while this one has only 4%, making the taste lean more towards sweet rather than chocolatey.

The flavor was more reminiscent of a milkshake.

While it's a better value for price, the sauce didn't quite impress as a dessert.

RATING: 2/5

Chocolate Flavour Dessert Sauce, 325g, 89p, Aldi

Damien McFadden

This budget sauce from Aldi is a great option for ice cream and other desserts.

While it may not be the most elegant, for this price, it’s not surprising—and it does its job.

Made with low-fat cocoa powder, its bright brown color will add extra sheen to your desserts.

It’s perfect for drizzling over homemade brownies.

Be aware, it’s quite runny, so don’t go overboard.

RATING: 3/5

Belbake Chocolate Sauce, 325g, 89p, Lidl

Damien McFadden

This sauce from Lidl looks decent for its price and would make a great addition to any dessert.

It has a runny consistency, so be careful when opening the bottle, but the taste is pleasant.

With a nice sheen, this sauce would pair wonderfully with a homemade knickerbocker glory with all the nuts.

Super chocolatey, it contains 9.7% cocoa powder, more than many other counterparts.

A fantastic budget option that everyone would enjoy.

RATING: 5/5

Chocolate Caramel Sauce, 310g, £2.75, Sainsbury’s

Damien McFadden

This thick and luxurious sauce resembles something from a restaurant or dessert bar.

Made with double cream, it’s very thick and sticky—you’ll want to lick your fingers as you drizzle it over your dessert.

Containing 5% dark chocolate, it has a wonderful, slightly bitter flavor.

This is balanced by sweet caramel. I also enjoyed the hint of sea salt.

Perfect for waffles with cream, but just as delicious on a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

A little of this sauce goes a long way, so it could last you a while in the fridge.

RATING: 4/5

Different ratings for various chocolate sauces highlight the diversity of taste preferences. Readers can find among the offered options the one that best suits their tastes and budget. As autumn approaches with the onset of colder weather, chocolate desserts with these sauces become particularly relevant.