A $2.99 tub of Christmas pudding cheesecake from Aldi Australia has got everyone talking – but it’s not what you think.

One eagle-eyed shopper purchased the festive dessert with spiced fruits – but was surprised when they noticed the use-by date after bringing it home.

Upon a closer look, the customer realised they had until December 24 to eat the pudding cheesecake with custard – defeating the whole purpose of Christmas.

‘Spot the problem in this photo,’ the shopper said in a Reddit thread, along with facepalm emoji.

Despite the ‘problem’, the customer saw the amusing side to the situation.

‘I bought it to eat tonight, but I just thought it was funny they’d sell something marketed as a Christmas food but it expires before then,’ they said.

As for the verdict?

‘I can confirm it’s yummy,’ the shopper said.

‘Not bad for a $3 instant pudding, and it had a bit of Christmas spice to it.’

The post prompted a discussion, with one giving a simple solution: ‘The fact it expires on Christmas Eve? Buy another one closer to Christmas if you’re that worried?’

‘People have Christmas parties and dinners leading up to Christmas Day, so it’s not like no one would be eating it before Christmas,’ another pointed out.

‘The only reason the shops start selling Christmas stuff is because people aren’t just waiting until Christmas Day to eat it. People indulge in the lead up,’ one shared.

‘I’m fine with being given a reason to eat this before Christmas,’ another added.

While one joked: ‘Well at least if you eat it on Christmas Day, it’s going to help rid you of all your overeating the next day.’

Some pointed out the ‘real problem’ was buying Christmas things in November.

‘I mean, who buys Christmas-themed stuff in late November to be eaten on Christmas Day, unless it can be frozen?’ one said.

Meanwhile, many said they couldn’t wait to get their hands on the pudding.

‘Um hello this looks freaking good right now,’ one said.

‘I know what I’m having for supper this evening,’ another shared.

‘I’m fine with being given a reason to eat this before Christmas,’ one suggested.

While another added: ‘I don’t know what the problem is but I had one yesterday. It was delicious.’