As soon as fall rolls around, there’s no better place to grab all of the best holiday goodies than Trader Joe’s. Whether you’re just gearing up for Thanksgiving or already looking ahead to the winter holidays, everyone’s favorite grocery store certainly has you covered—and we don’t just mean in the pumpkin department, although there’s certainly plenty of that to go around. Below, we’ve rounded up a few of the best items to grab from the shelves this holiday season, from festive decorations to sweet treats.
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1. Holiday Felted Ilex Berries
Believe it or not, it’s almost time to hang the mistletoe and holly around the house. But if you want to switch things up a bit and grab a decoration that will last you for years to come, this felted winterberry holly (a.k.a. Ilex verticillata) makes a great option. Although it’s not a real plant, it sure is cute and festive—plus, it’s not toxic to pets, like the real deal is. You’ll be able to hang these berries again and again, stress-free! You can grab some at TJ’s right now for $19.99 to get your decorating started early this year.
2. Pumpkin Mexican Hot Chocolate Melts
Not ready to start thinking about winter just yet? We feel you. Luckily, there are still so many pumpkin treats to buy at Trader Joe's, including these chocolate melts, which will turn into hot chocolate that can keep you warm well into the colder months. These pumpkin-shaped treats melt into Mexican Style white hot chocolate with a bit of cinnamon. All you need to do is add some hot milk, and you've got yourself the perfect beverage to sip on while you watch a cozy movie. Maybe you'll even want a sweet pastry on the side—TJ's has plenty of those, too.
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3. Thanksgiving Trivets
If the winter holidays aren't quite on your radar yet, we hope a Thanksgiving-themed treasure will at least pique your interest. Trader Joe's felted 100% New Zealand sheep's wool trivets are handcrafted right in Nepal. As their website states: "In a process known as “felting,” skilled workers wrap the wool into loose balls, wet them with warm water, hand-roll them while applying significant pressure, then lay them in the sun to dry." Then, those wool balls are sewn together to create this beauty, which will help you serve your pies with color and style. Although there are many editions of these trivets, the Thanksgiving one will only be around for a limited time, so grab one ASAP!
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4. Rustic Apple Pie Tarte
Speaking of pie... not in the mood to bake one yourself this year? You can still impress guests with a seriously delicious option from Trader Joe's. It seems these guys certainly know how to make a dessert, and the Rustic Apple Pie Tarte is no exception. According to the package, it's "made the old-fashioned way," a.k.a. with a folded crust. This baby is filled with Northern Spy apples, cream cheese, cinnamon, and sugar. Our mouths are watering! It serves 4, so be sure to pick up a couple for all of your hosting needs.
