For many loyal shoppers, visiting Trader Joe’s is more than just a routine errand—it’s a cherished ritual.
The store, widely recognized as a sanctuary for families managing dietary needs, provides a variety of unique and creative products that are easy on the wallet.
With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of 11 highly recommended items from Trader Joe’s, spanning their bakery section, snacks, and more.
11 Beloved Trader Joe's Items On Shelves Now, According To Shoppers
1. Teeny Tiny Pecan Pies
Trader Joe's fans are buzzing over the Teeny Tiny Pecan Pies. Each charming mini pie, measuring around three inches in diameter, boasts a luscious brown sugar and pecan filling enveloped in a tender, buttery crust. According to the brand, these are topped with a Junior Mammoth pecan half and baked to a flawless golden brown. Many are finding them ideal for satisfying pie cravings without committing to a full-sized dessert. In the comments section of a post about the pies from @trader_joes_treasure_hunt, one fan described them to be "what thanksgiving dreams are made of" as another commented that they are "the cutest."
2. Vegan Banana Bread With Walnuts
Trader Joe's vegan banana bread has long been a favorite among customers, cherished for its delightful sweetness, tender crumb, and the impressive feat of being made without any dairy or eggs. As evident in the comments on the official @traderjoes Instagram page, where a post highlighted the item, fans shared their enthusiasm and confessed their obsession with the banana bread. "Freaking delicious!!!!" one wrote as another added: "My new staple item I love it." Someone else chimed in: "Easily the best banana loaf I’ve had."
3. Apple Cinnamon Buns
Trader Joe's is now offering these delightful Apple Cinnamon Buns, Danish-style pastries with sweet dough filled with a cinnamon-apple compote. Twisted into a knot and sprinkled with a light, streusel-like crumb, these treats are baked to a perfect golden brown. Popular Trader Joe's-themed Instagram account @trader_joes_treasure_hunt recently uploaded a post dedicated to the item. Fans in the comments section praised it, with one writing that they were "Pretty good!" One fan advised others to "eat them warm!!!!"
4. Walnut Gouda Cheese
Trader Joe's recently unveiled a new cheese, and fans on social media are praising its taste and texture. This new Gouda, according to fans, offers a smooth, creamy foundation that harmonizes beautifully with the crisp crunch of walnut pieces, delivering a delightful interplay of flavors and textures. Beneath a recent IG post dedicated to the new item, one fan wrote: "Love it and it pairs AMAZINGLY with the fig bread!!!" Another added: "So good!" Someone else commented: "Delish! Samples were a great idea, I went home with a package."
5. Coffee Panna Cotta
Trader Joe's has introduced a new Coffee Panna Cotta treat that customers are praising for its ideal blend of creaminess, richness, and perfectly balanced coffee flavor. The caramelized syrup at the bottom is described as adding the perfect hint of sweetness, completing this decadent dessert. On Instagram, those who tried it can't stop gushing about it. "10/10 for me," one user wrote as another added: "This stuff slapped, I hope it’s a permanent add!" Someone else deemed it to be "worth a try."
6. Nuts About Elote Mix
Trader Joe's recently unveiled its latest hit, the Nuts About Elote mix, which is receiving rave reviews from customers. This mix promises a delightful combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors reminiscent of traditional elote. The blend features crispy, puffed corn kernels and roasted cashews, all coated in a cheesy, peppery seasoning that captures the essence of elote. To enhance the texture, the mix also includes pepitas and pretzel sticks, adding an extra layer of satisfying crunch. Naturally on IG, fans are commending it. "I find it addicting," one wrote as another user who tried it added: "I kept eating it and it was actually really good! Definitely worth a try!"
7. Mini Brioche Bites
As you browse the frozen food section, you may come across Trader Joe's latest offering: Mini Brioche Bites stuffed with sweet apricot jam and rich brie. A box of 16 bites is priced at $4.99. For preparation, bake them in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or use an air fryer for six to eight minutes. Fans on Instagram have praised the item to be "absolutely delicious" and noted that if you "love melted Brie," they "definitely recommend" picking them up this fall!
8. Pink Lady Apple Chips
To craft this crispy snack, a supplier in Washington state picks apples at their prime, slices them thin, and then crisps them up using a vacuum-sealed chamber at a low temperature with very little oil. Trader Joe's notes that this gentle cooking process helps maintain and enhance the apples' taste. To make them sweeter, these Pink Lady Apple Chips are sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. Each bag is priced at $2.29. Fans on Instagram who tried them said they "highly recommended" them and noted that they were "delicious."
9. Chili Lime Flavored Pork Rinds
Trader Joe's has introduced another delectable snack that's winning praise from fans as "delicious." The new Chili Lime Flavored Fried Pork Rinds draw inspiration from TJ's own Chile Lime Seasoning Blend. Crafted from antibiotic-free pork skin, these rinds are dehydrated and then fried to achieve a crispy, crunchy, and wonderfully curly texture. TJ's supplier enhances them with a blend of spices, including chile pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, along with a zesty mix of lemon and lime juices. The result is a snack that's simultaneously salty, tangy, spicy, and incredibly flavorful. As for fan reactions, one user who tried them wrote on IG: "delicious, lime forward good spice level." Someone else added: "Omgggg I love these!!! They are so good!!"
10. Bubble Waffles
Crafted from coconut milk, wheat flour, cane sugar, rice bran shortening, and vanilla bean paste, the Trader Joe’s vegan Bubble Waffles offer a delightful blend of fluffy and chewy textures, with a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors. The brand recommends heating them from frozen in your "air fryer, toaster oven, or microwave," and enjoying their crispy edges and "mochi-like middles." When it comes to fan reviews, one user who tasted the new waffles wrote on IG: "I love them. It’s so good! I actually put ice cream on top for a little dessert." Another added: "They’re my favorite!!!" as someone else commented: "Sooo good."
11. Brown Butter Salted Caramel Mini Biscotti
Trader Joe's Brown Butter Salted Caramel Mini Biscotti is the perfect sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon cup of coffee. As the TJ's website describes, the biscotti is "the perfect combo of warm, caramelized flavor and captivating crunchiness." You can pick up a 9-oz tub of these delicious cookies for just $4.99, though they're so delectable we're not sure how long just one tub will last you. More is definitely more on this occasion. Overall, enjoy your shopping at Trader Joe's! We hope we've compiled a comprehensive list of popular and thrilling products for you to explore.
