14 Hot Picks to Buy at Trader Joe’s This April

April is a month full of freshness and flavor, and Trader Joe’s is the go-to destination for all your culinary needs and cravings.

This spring, the shelves are stocked with exciting new products that promise to delight your taste buds without breaking the bank. From sweet treats to savory delights, here are the 14 must-try items from Trader Joe’s this April.

1. Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Energy Bars $1.19/2.4 Oz

Kickstart your mornings or power through your afternoons with these energy-packed bars, combining the classic flavors of chocolate chip and peanut butter.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 260 per 1 bar (68g)
  • Fats: 6g
  • Carbs: 43g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 15g
  • Protein: 10g

Ingredients

Oats*, Brown Rice Syrup*, Soy Protein Crisps (Soy Protein Isolate, Rice Flour, Sea Salt), Tapioca Syrup*, Chocolate Chips* (Cane Sugar*, Unsweetened Chocolate*, Cocoa Butter*), Peanuts, Peanut Butter (Peanuts), Peanut Flour, Invert Sugar Syrup*, Lowfat Soy Flour*, Glycerin*, Oat Hull Fiber*, Sunflower Oil*, Natural Flavors*, Cinnamon*, Sea Salt., *Organic

Preparation Instructions

Ready to eat; perfect for on-the-go snacking.

2. Lemon Poppy Seed Buns $4.49/7.4 Oz

Enjoy these light and fluffy buns, infused with a zesty lemon flavor and sprinkled with crunchy poppy seeds.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 390 per 1 bun (105g)
  • Fats: 17g
  • Carbs: 53g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 25g
  • Protein: 6g

Ingredients

Wheat Flour, Sugar, Water, Palm Oil, Canola Oil, Yeast, Contains 2% Or Less Of Skim Milk Powder, Poppy Seed, Modified Potato Starch, Lemon Peel, Egg White, Whey Powder, Egg Powder, Orange Pulp, Egg Yolk, Dextrose, Salt, Wheat Gluten, Lemon Puree Concentrate, Modified Tapioca Starch, Pectin, Lime Puree Concentrate, Citric Acid (Acidifier), Mono- And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids, Disodium Diphosphate, Citrus Fiber, Sodium Carbonate, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Coconut Oil, Rapeseed Lecithin, Corn Flour, Natural Flavor, Sodium Alginate, Sunflower Lecithin, Trisodium Citrate, Glucose Syrup, Orange Puree Concentrate, Tricalcium Citrate, Ascorbic Acid (To Preserve), Beta-Carotene (Color), Gum Tragacanth, Milk Protein Isolate, Ascorbic Acid (Dough Conditioner), Enzyme, Vitamin A Palmitate, Riboflavin (Color).

Preparation Instructions

Best served warmed with your favorite spread or on their own.

3. Easter Joe-Joe’s $3.99/3.6 Oz

Get into the Easter spirit with these festively-filled cream cookies, a seasonal twist on the beloved Joe-Joe’s.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 130 per 1 cookie (27g)
  • Fats: 6g
  • Carbs: 19g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
  • Sugars: 14g
  • Protein: 1g

Ingredients

Chocolate Vanilla Creme Sandwich Cookie (Unbleached Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Powdered Sugar [Cane Sugar, Cornstarch], Sugar, Palm Oil, Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Canola Oil, Invert Sugar Syrup, Cornstarch, Natural Flavor, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sea Salt, Soy Lecithin, Vanilla Bean Specks, Ammonium Bicarbonate), White Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whole Milk Powder, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Vanilla Flavor), Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Whole Milk Powder, Nonfat Milk Powder, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Vanilla Flavor), Pink Sanding Sugar (Sugar, Vegetable Juice [Color], Carnauba Wax), Dark Chocolate (Unsweetened Chocolate, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Anhydrous Milk Fat, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Vanilla Flavor), White Sprinkles (Sugar, Cornstarch, Carnauba Wax), Easter Egg Sprinkles (Sugar, Rice Flour, Palm Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Cornstarch, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Color Added [Vegetable Juice, Spirulina, Turmeric, Annatto Extract]), Color Added (Vegetable Juice, Turmeric).

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy straight out of the box!

4. Shrimp Noodle Rolls $3.99/9.88 Oz

Savor these delicate shrimp noodle rolls, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 120 per 2 rolls(70g)
  • Fats: 3g
  • Carbs: 19g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Dietary Fiber: less than 1 g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Dim Sum Style Noodle (Water, Potato Starch, Rice Flour, Tapioca Starch, Soybean Oil, Cornstarch, Salt), Filling (Seasoned Mixed Vegetables [Carrot, Jicama, Onion, Shallot, Soybean Oil, Wheat Flour, Ginger, Garlic, Coriander Leaf, Spring Onion, Sugar, Tapioca Starch, Soy Sauce {Water, Soybean, Wheat Flour, Salt}, Black Pepper, Salt], Marinated Shrimp [Cooked Shrimp {Shrimp, Water, Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid (Acidifier), Sodium Citrate}, Garlic, Sugar, Soybean Oil, Shallot, Salt, Paprika Oleoresin {Color}]).

Preparation Instructions

Steam for 5-7 minutes or until heated thoroughly.

5. Grated Parmesan Cheese with Truffle $10.99/1 Lb

Elevate your meals with this luxurious blend of grated Parmesan cheese and aromatic truffles, perfect for sprinkling over pastas and salads.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 20 per 1 Tbsp. (5g)
  • Fats: 1.5g
  • Carbs: 0g
  • Sodium: 65mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 0g
  • Protein: 1g

Ingredients

Parmesan Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Microbial Enzyme), Truffle Seasoning (Cornstarch, Powdered Cellulose [Anticaking Agent], Sea Salt, Truffle, Sunflower Oil, Gum Arabic, Natural Flavor).

Preparation Instructions

Sprinkle generously over your favorite dishes to add a gourmet touch.

6. Seville Orange Marmalade Fruit Spread $2.99/7.57 Oz

This tangy and slightly bitter marmalade made from Seville oranges is a delightful spread for toast, pastries, and even as a glaze for meats.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 35 per 1 Tbsp. (15g)
  • Fats: 0g
  • Carbs: 8g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 8g
  • Protein: 0g

Ingredients

Sugar, Seville Oranges (Orange, Orange Peel), Apple Juice From Concentrate (Water, Apple Juice Concentrate), Pectin, Lemon Juice Concentrate.

Preparation Instructions

Spread on toast, use as a glaze, or incorporate into your baking recipes.

7. Italian Chocolate Eggs $9.99/12.34 Oz

Indulge in these rich and creamy Italian chocolate eggs, a festive treat that’s sure to please chocolate lovers.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 170 per 4 pieces (32g)
  • Fats: 9g
  • Carbs: 19g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 19g
  • Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), Milk Chocolate Filling (Sugar, Vegetable Oil Blend [Coconut, Palm Kernel And/Or Palm Oil], Whole Milk Powder, Unsweetened Chocolate, Dextrose, Whey Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk, Cocoa Powder, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), Sugar, Dark Chocolate (Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), Dark Chocolate Filling (Sugar, Vegetable Oil Blend [Coconut, Palm Kernel And/Or Palm Oil], Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Powder, Dextrose, Nonfat Dry Milk, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), White Chocolate Filling (Sugar, Vegetable Oil Blend [Coconut, Palm Kernel And/Or Palm Oil], Whole Milk Powder, Dextrose, Cocoa Butter, Whey Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), Hazelnut Paste, Coffee Extract, Rice Starch, Color Added (Vegetable Juice, Beta Carotene, Turmeric Oleoresin, Spirulina Extract, Fruit Juice), Maltodextrin, Calcium Carbonate, Glazing Agent (Carnauba Wax, Beeswax).

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy as is for a sweet treat.

8. Spanish Inspired Charcuteria $5.99/6 Oz

A selection of finely cured Spanish meats, including chorizo, salchichón, and serrano ham, perfect for any charcuterie board.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 60 per 7 slices (30g)
  • Fats: 3g
  • Carbs: 0g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 0g
  • Protein: 8g

Ingredients

Uncured Chorizo Sausage, No Nitrates Or Nitrites Added* Ingredients: Pork, Sea Salt, Contains 2% Or Less Of Paprika (Color), Dextrose, Swiss Chard Powder, Red Pepper, White Pepper, Lactic Acid Starter Culture, Dried Garlic. Except For Those Naturally Occurring In Sea Salt And Swiss Chard Powder. Uncured Salchichon Salami, No Nitrates Or Nitrites Added Ingredients: Pork, Sea Salt, Contains 2% Or Less Of Dextrose, Swiss Chard Powder, Black Pepper, White Pepper, Lactic Acid Starter Culture, Dried Garlic. *Except For Those Naturally Occurring In Sea Salt And Swiss Chard Powder. Serrano Ham Ingredients: Pork, Sea Salt.

Preparation Instructions

Serve as part of a charcuterie spread with cheeses and olives.

9. Caro Sugo Italian Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce $4.99/24.3 Oz

This rich and flavorful tomato basil sauce is crafted in the Italian tradition, perfect for a quick, authentic pasta dish.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 60 per 1/2 cup (113g)
  • Fats: 2g
  • Carbs: 8g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 6g
  • Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Whole Peeled Tomatoes (Tomatoes, Tomato Juice, Citric Acid [Acidifier]), Olive Oil, Diced Onion, Sea Salt, Chopped Garlic, Chopped Basil, Dried Oregano.

Preparation Instructions

Heat sauce in a pan over medium heat until warm and serve over your favorite pasta.

10. Springle Jangle $4.49/10 oz

Dive into this fun mix of pretzels, caramel popcorn, candy coated chocolates, and more, all with a springtime twist.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 140
  • Fats: 6g
  • Carbs: 20g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 14g
  • Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Pretzels, caramel popcorn, milk chocolate, sugar, salt, artificial coloring.

Preparation Instructions

Open and enjoy this delightful snack mix straight from the bag.

11. Milk Chocolate Bunny Bar $4.49/3 Oz

Celebrate the season with this adorable and creamy milk chocolate bunny bar, a perfect treat for chocolate lovers of all ages.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 150 per 1/3 bar (28g)
  • Fats: 8g
  • Carbs: 18g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
  • Sugars: 17g
  • Protein: 1g

Ingredients

Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor, Sunflower Lecithin [Emulsifier]), Candy Coated Milk Chocolate Gems (Sugar, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Rice Starch, Gum Arabic, Salt, Sunflower Lecithin [Emulsifier], Color Added [Turmeric, Spirulina Extract, Fruit Juice, Beta Carotene, Beet Powder], Glucose Syrup [Corn, Wheat], Glazing Agent [Carnauba Wax, Beeswax]), Rainbow Nonpareils (Sugar, Wheat Starch, Water, Glucose Syrup [Corn, Wheat], Coconut Oil, Color Added [Turmeric, Vegetable Juice, Fruit Juice]), Caramel Bits (Glucose Syrup [Corn, Wheat], Sugar, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Butter, Sea Salt), White Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whole Milk Powder, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor).

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy as a delightful Easter treat.

12. Black Garlic Cream Cheese Spread $2.79/8 Oz

This unique spread features cream cheese blended with fermented black garlic, adding a complex, umami-rich flavor to your breads and recipes.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 100 per 2 Tbsp. (30g)
  • Fats: 9g
  • Carbs: 2g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Pasteurized Milk And Cream, Water, Black Garlic Seasoning Blend (Maltodextrin, Sea Salt, Sugar, Spices, Dried Garlic, Black Garlic Powder, Butter [Cream, Salt, Annatto Extract {Color}], Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Nonfat Milk, Natural Flavor), Cheese Culture, Salt, Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Carob Bean Gum.

Preparation Instructions

Spread on bagels or crackers, or use in cooking for added flavor.

13. Celebration Cake Pretzels $2.99/7 Oz

These pretzels are coated in a funfetti-flavored yogurt icing, making them a festive and tasty snack for any party or gathering.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 150 per 5 pretzels (30g)
  • Fats: 6g
  • Carbs: 21g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
  • Sugars: 14g
  • Protein: 2g

Ingredients

White Candy Coating (Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Palm Oil, Whey Powder, Nonfat Milk Powder, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavors), Pretzels (Unbleached Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Malted Barley Flour, Salt, Soybean Oil), Yogurt Flavored Coating (Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Whey Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk, Yogurt Powder [Nonfat Milk, Lactic Acid], Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Vanilla Extract [Water, Ethyl Alcohol, Vanilla Bean Extractives]), Rainbow Nonpareils (Sugar, Cornstarch, Maltodextrin, Lemon Juice, Color Added [Spirulina Extract, Paprika Oleoresin, Turmeric, Vegetable Juice], Carnauba Wax).

Preparation Instructions

Open and enjoy at any celebration or as a sweet treat.

14. Passion Fruit Meringue Tartelettes $4.99/7.05 Oz

Experience the exotic tartness of passion fruit balanced with sweet meringue in these delightful mini tarts.

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories per serving: 320 per 1 tartelette (100g)
  • Fats: 15g
  • Carbs: 44g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 31g
  • Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Passion Fruit Puree, Sugar, Wheat Flour, Powdered Sugar (Sugar, Cornstarch), Cultured Butter (Cream, Lactic Acid Starter Culture), Concentrated Butter (Anhydrous Milk Fat), Glaze (Glucose Syrup [Wheat], Sugar, Water, Pectin, Sodium Alginate, Citric Acid [Acidifier]), Water, Apricot (Apricot, Ascorbic Acid [To Maintain Color], Citric Acid [Acidifier]), Egg White, Cream (Cream, Carrageenan), Egg, Pectin, Almond Flour, Salt, Egg White Powder, Xanthan Gum.

Preparation Instructions

Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.

This completes the list of 14 hot picks to buy at Trader Joe’s this April. Each item is designed to bring a little extra joy and flavor to your table this spring. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these selections are sure to please. Enjoy your shopping!

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