Aldi has launched its first-ever Kevin the Carrot advent calendar- and it's out now

Aldi has launched its first-ever Kevin the Carrot advent calendar which is available in stores now.

The supermarket giant is selling the nation's favourite carrot in chocolate form as part of its new advent calendar for 79p, Wales Online reports.

Joining Kevin in the supermarket's Christmas TV advert is new character Ebanana Scrooge and Manchester United and England star Marcus Rashford MBE as Marcus Radish ford.

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The advert shows Kevin as he tries to restore Ebanana Scrooge's festive spirit.

Now Aldi is giving shoppers the chance to eat a chocolatey version of the popular character with its first-ever Kevin the Carrot Advent Calendar (65g).

Aldi is giving shoppers the chance to eat a chocolatey version of the popular character with its first-ever Kevin the Carrot advent calendar (Aldi)

Each door opens to reveal a bespoke chocolate mould of the favourite members of the carrot family.

The chocolate is Aldi's popular Dairyfine brand and is Rainforest Alliance Certified.

Aldi’s Kevin the Carrot Advent Calendar is available in stores across the UK now.

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