Summer 2025 is heating up—and so are the must-haves at Trader Joe’s. From dreamy frozen desserts to quirky condiments and refreshing beauty finds, this season’s haul is one for the books. Whether you’re looking to indulge, cool down, or surprise your taste buds, these 24 picks are trending for good reason. Here’s everything you need to know before your next TJ’s run.
Mini Rose $5/Each
Trader Joe’s Mini Roses bring a touch of color and elegance to any windowsill or desk.
Review
These beauties are more than just décor—they’re vibrant, long-lasting, and priced right.
Key Features
- Live blooming mini rose plant
- Perfect for indoor decor or gifting
- Compact and vibrant for small spaces
Materials
- Live rose plant
- Potting soil
- Decorative plastic or ceramic pot (varies by store)
Care Instructions
- Water when top inch of soil feels dry
- Place in bright, indirect sunlight
- Remove wilted leaves and blooms to encourage new growth
Blooming Cactus $5/Each
This hardy cactus adds a pop of personality to small spaces with minimal effort.
Review
Ideal for plant beginners or hot weather décor—these cuties thrive with little maintenance.
Key Features
- Drought-tolerant cactus with seasonal blooms
- Unique textures and shapes
- Low maintenance
Materials
- Live cactus plant
- Cactus soil blend
- Small nursery pot or ceramic container
Care Instructions
- Water sparingly (once every 2–3 weeks)
- Place in direct sunlight
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Succulent Selection $4.99/Each
From echeveria to jade, Trader Joe’s succulents are hand-selected and beautifully arranged.
Review
Gorgeous, low-maintenance, and Instagram-worthy—what’s not to love?
Key Features
- Assorted live succulents (e.g., echeveria, haworthia)
- Compact, space-saving varieties
- Ideal for desks, shelves, or gifts
Materials
- Live succulent plants
- Well-draining soil
- Assorted pots or planters (ceramic or plastic)
Care Instructions
- Water once every 10–14 days
- Provide bright, indirect light
- Avoid standing water or high humidity
Flower Bouquets $6.99/Each
Brighten your day with a fresh-cut bouquet bursting with seasonal blooms.
Review
Affordable, stunning, and long-lasting—these florals rival high-end florists.
Key Features
- Hand-cut seasonal flower arrangements
- Mix of blooms like lilies, sunflowers, daisies, and more
- Affordable, fresh, and ready-to-display
Materials
- Assorted fresh-cut flowers
- Kraft paper or plastic wrap
Care Instructions
- Trim stems at a 45° angle before placing in water
- Refresh water every 2 days
- Keep out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources
Dozen Roses $14.99/Each
Classic red or assorted roses wrapped beautifully for gifting or home display.
Review
Luxurious yet budget-friendly—perfect for spontaneous romantic gestures.
Key Features
- Classic bouquet of 12 fresh-cut roses
- Available in red or assorted colors
- Elegant presentation for special occasions
Materials
- 12 rose stems
- Plastic wrap or paper sleeve
Care Instructions
- Trim stems under water at a slant
- Use flower food (if included)
- Store in a cool place, change water every 2 days
Pre-Sliced Pineapple $4.49/16 oz
Sweet, juicy chunks of pineapple—ready to snack or add to smoothies.
Review
Fresh-tasting and ultra-convenient with zero prep required.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 80
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 22g
- Sodium 0mg
- Dietary Fiber 2g
- Sugar 16g
- Protein <1g
Ingredients
Pineapple
Preparation Instructions
Keep refrigerated; consume within 2–3 days.
Pre-Sliced Mango $4.49/12 oz
Perfectly ripened mango slices with tropical flavor in every bite.
Review
Refreshing, sweet, and ideal for snacking or salads.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 90
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 23g
- Sodium 0mg
- Dietary Fiber 2g
- Sugar 20g
- Protein 1g
Ingredients
Mango
Preparation Instructions
Store chilled and eat within 2 days of opening.
Sparkling Water (Watermelon Lemonade) $3.49/12 Fl Oz
A bubbly twist on summer’s favorite flavors—watermelon and lemonade.
Review
Zero calories, zero guilt, and full-on fruity refreshment.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 0
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 0g
- Sodium 0mg
- Sugar 0g
- Protein 0g
Ingredients
- Carbonated water (water, carbon dioxide), natural flavors
Preparation Instructions
Chill before serving.
Lemonade / Pink Lemonade / Limeade $3.99/1 L
These summer drinks are made with real fruit juice and no artificial flavors.
Review
Classic and crowd-pleasing—an instant hit at BBQs or pool parties.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 160
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 40g
- Sodium 10mg
- Sugar 40g
- Protein 0g
Ingredients
- Carbonated water (water, carbon dioxide), sugar, citric acid (acidifier), lemon juice concentrate, natural flavors, fruit and vegetable juice for color
Preparation Instructions
Shake well and refrigerate after opening.
Dark Chocolate Orange Sticks $3.99/10 Oz
These chewy orange jelly sticks are coated in rich dark chocolate, delivering a bold citrus-meets-cocoa punch in every bite.
Review
A cult classic with major fan love—zesty, sweet, and decadent without being over-the-top. Perfect for gifting or solo snacking.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 120
- Fat 3.0g
- Carbs 23g
- Sodium 10mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 17g
- Protein 0g
Ingredients
- Dark chocolate (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor, milkfat), tapioca syrup, sugar, dextrose, fruit pectin, orange juice concentrate, natural orange flavor, glycerin, citric acid (acidulant), trisodium citrate, tripotassium citrate.
- Contains milk, soy.
May contain traces of egg.
Preparation Instructions
Ready to eat—store in a cool, dry place. Best enjoyed at room temperature for optimal chewiness.
Kimbap $3.99/8.11 oz
Trader Joe’s Kimbap is a Korean-inspired seaweed rice roll filled with sautéed greens, pickled radish, and tofu. It’s a plant-based twist on the traditional Korean grab-and-go snack.
Review
A surprisingly flavorful, ready-to-eat roll that tastes fresh and balanced right out of the fridge—perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 140
- Fat 4.0g
- Carbs 23g
- Sodium 20mg3
- Dietary Fiber 1g
- Sugar 2g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Seasoned rice (water, rice, sesame oil, salt, toasted sesame seeds, soybean oil, distilled vinegar),
fried tofu and braised burdock (water, sliced fried tofu [soybeans, water, soybean oil, calcium chloride, canola oil, calcium carbonate], burdock root, corn syrup, soy sauce [water, fermented soybeans, salt], cane sugar),
stir-fried carrot (carrot, soybean oil, salt),
pickled radish (salted radish [radish, salt], cane sugar, water, distilled vinegar, salt, lemon concentrate),
seasoned spinach (spinach, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, salt),
seaweed. - Contains soy, sesame.
Preparation Instructions
Best served chilled or at room temperature. No heating required—simply open and enjoy. Optional dip in soy sauce or add kimchi on the side for extra flavor.
Ube Mochi $4.99/6.8 Oz
Purple yam ice cream wrapped in chewy rice dough.
Review
Colorful, creamy, and unique—a must-try TJ’s dessert.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 80
- Fat 2g
- Carbs 14g
- Sodium 10mg
- Sugar 10g
- Protein <1g
Ingredients
- Ube ice cream (nonfat milk, cream, ube purée [purple yam, cane sugar], cane sugar, egg yolks, color added [vegetable juice, fruit juice], carob bean gum, guar gum, natural flavors),
rice dough (cane sugar, sweet rice flour, water, tapioca syrup [tapioca, water, sea salt, vanilla bean seeds], egg whites, color added [vegetable juice, fruit juice]). - Contains milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Let sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before eating.
Chicken Soup Dumplings $3.49/6 oz
Juicy dumplings with rich chicken broth and meat filling.
Review
Steamy and savory—like a cozy bowl of soup in one bite.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 250
- Fat 7g
- Carbs 29g
- Sodium 610mg
- Sugar 3g
- Protein 16g
Ingredients
- Filling: Chicken, water, gelatin, autolyzed yeast extract, chicken flavored powder (yeast extract, natural flavor, salt), sea salt, onion, green onion, soy sauce (water, soybean, wheat, salt), ginger, cooking rice wine (water, alcohol, salt), sesame oil, soybean oil, sea salt, white pepper.
Dough: Enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, wheat flour, modified tapioca starch, sea salt, soybean oil. - Contains soy, sesame, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Steam or microwave in tray.
Pork & Ginger Soup Dumplings $3.49/6 oz
Filled with seasoned pork and gingery broth, these are freezer staples.
Review
Bold flavor with a silky wrapper—perfect quick lunch.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 270
- Fat 10g
- Carbs 30g
- Sodium 560mg
- Sugar 3g
- Protein 14g
Ingredients
- Filling: Pork, soup base (water, gelatin, yeast extract, salt), ginger, onion, soy sauce (water, soybean, wheat, salt), green onion, sugar, cooking rice wine (water, alcohol, salt), sesame oil, soybean oil, salt, white pepper, yeast extract.
Dough: Wheat flour, water, potato starch, salt, soybean oil. - Contains soy, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Microwave or steam in container.
Vegetable Soup Dumplings $3.49/6 oz
Plant-based dumplings with a hearty vegetable filling and broth.
Review
Tastes just as satisfying as meat-based options—veggie lovers rejoice!
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 230
- Fat 9g
- Carbs 36g
- Sodium 620mg
- Sugar 3g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Filling: Water, jackfruit (jackfruit, water), green cabbage, canola oil, spinach, carrot, rice wine (water, rice, salt), green onion, sugar, ginger purée (ginger, water), soy sauce (water, soybeans, wheat, salt), kale, methylcellulose, sea salt, sesame oil, spinach powder, ground ginger, agar-agar, dried shiitake mushroom, yeast extract, white pepper.
Dough: Unbleached enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, modified tapioca starch, wheat flour, sea salt, canola oil. - Contains soy, sesame, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Steam or microwave in tray.
Raspberry Stars (Shortbread Cookies) $5.99/16 Oz
Star-shaped cookies with buttery shortbread and raspberry filling.
Review
Buttery, fruity, and festive—these fly off shelves every summer.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 130
- Fat 6g
- Carbs 17g
- Sodium 50mg
- Sugar 8g
- Protein 1g
Ingredients
- Unbleached enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), raspberry jam (raspberries, glucose, sugar, water, pectin, sodium alginate, citric acid, tricalcium phosphate, natural flavor), palm oil, sugar, liquid whole eggs (eggs, water, citric acid), water, contains 2% or less of sea salt, almond extract, soy lecithin.
- Contains egg, soy, wheat, almond.
- May contain traces of peanut, walnut, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy straight from the package.
Korean Style Beef Short Ribs $14/16 oz
Marinated bone-in beef ribs in sweet and savory Korean BBQ sauce.
Review
Juicy, tender, and grill-ready—Korean BBQ at home.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 270
- Fat 20g
- Carbs 4g
- Sodium 580mg
- Sugar 3g
- Protein 19g
Ingredients
- Beef short rib
Marinade: (soy sauce [water, wheat, soybean, salt], water, brown sugar, rice wine [rice, koji rice, water], sesame oil, garlic, lemon juice, black pepper) - Contains wheat and soy.
Preparation Instructions
Grill, broil, or pan-sear until heated through.
Italian Pistachio & Fior di Latte Gelato Style Frozen Dessert $4.99/28.74 Fl Oz
A luxuriously creamy blend of real pistachio and fior di latte (sweet cream) gelato.
Review
It’s artisan-level gelato without the price tag—nutty, smooth, and downright elegant.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 300
- Fat 9g
- Carbs 26g
- Sodium 65mg
- Dietary Fiber 1g
- Sugar 23g
- Protein 3g
Ingredients
- Fior di latte gelato: Water, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup (wheat, corn), nonfat dry milk, dextrose (wheat, corn), whey solids, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, guar gum, carob bean gum, natural flavor.
- Pistachio gelato: Water, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup (wheat, corn), nonfat dry milk, pistachio, dextrose (wheat, corn), whey solids, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, guar gum, carob bean gum, spirulina extract (color), natural flavor, salt, turmeric extract (color).
- Contains milk, wheat, pistachio.
May contain egg, soy, peanut, almond, coconut, hazelnut, pine nut.
Preparation Instructions
Thaw 5 minutes for ideal scooping texture. Serve alone or with espresso for affogato.
Cold Brew Coffee $3.29/10 Fl Oz
Ready-to-drink cold brew made with 100% Arabica beans for smooth sipping.
Review
Low-acid, rich, and perfect for hot days—it’s summer’s favorite caffeine fix.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 15
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 2g
- Sodium 10mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 0g
- Protein <1g
Ingredients
Cold-brewed coffee (filtered water, Arabica coffee beans).
Preparation Instructions
Serve chilled or over ice. Add milk or flavored syrup if desired.
Ranch Cottage Cheese Dip $3.99/8 Oz
A creamy dip made with real cottage cheese blended with zesty ranch seasoning.
Review
High protein meets party dip—great with chips or veggies without the guilt.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 25
- Fat 1.5g
- Carbs 1g
- Sodium 210mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 1g
- Protein 3g
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese (skim milk, milk, cream, sea salt, cheese cultures),
Greek style yogurt (cultured pasteurized milk and cream, skim milk, whey protein concentrate, pectin),
Buttermilk (cultured pasteurized lowfat milk, salt),
Ranch seasoning (salt, natural flavor, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, black pepper, carrageenan),
Contains 2% or less of cultured dextrose (to preserve), distilled white vinegar, cultured nonfat dry milk powder, modified cornstarch, black pepper, dried chives, parsley, xanthan gum, dill weed. - Contains milk.
Preparation Instructions
Serve chilled. Stir before use—pairs well with crackers or raw veggies.
Strawberry Fields Gummy Candy $2.29/7.05 Oz
Strawberry-shaped gummies in sweet and tart flavors—soft, chewy, and fun to eat.
Review
Instagram-worthy and addictively chewy. These are the adult-friendly fruit snacks.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 100
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 26g
- Sodium 0mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 21g
- Protein 0g
Ingredients
- Glucose syrup (corn, wheat), sugar, cornstarch, citric acid (acidulant), natural flavors, lactic acid, sodium citrate, color added (fruit juice, vegetable juice, spirulina extract), glazing agent (sunflower oil, carnauba wax), wheat starch.
- Contains wheat.
May contain coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Ready to snack—store in a cool, dry place.
Strawberries & Cream Cloud Cake $6.49/17.64 Oz
Fluffy sponge cake layered with strawberry purée and airy whipped cream filling.
Review
A bite of this cake feels like dessert and a cloud had a baby.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 160
- Fat 7g
- Carbs 23g
- Sodium 100mg
- Dietary Fiber 1g
- Sugar 13g
- Protein 2g
Ingredients
- Heavy cream, water, strawberries, sugar, strawberry sauce (water, sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, strawberries, modified cornstarch, citric acid [acidifier], fruit juice [color], pectin, trisodium citrate, natural flavor), egg, wheat flour, potato starch.
Contains 2% or less of: coconut oil, modified cornstarch, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, glucose syrup, disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate, nonfat dry milk, carob bean gum, sodium caseinate, hazelnut, almond, salt, natural flavors, wheat malt, beta carotene (color), ascorbic acid (dough conditioner). - Contains milk, egg, wheat, almond, hazelnut.
Preparation Instructions
Serve chilled. Optional top with extra strawberries or mint.
Watermelon Lip Mask $5.99/0.7 Oz
A hydrating overnight lip treatment enriched with watermelon extract and plant oils.
Review
Summer-chapped lips? Not anymore. This mask is soothing, plumping, and smells amazing.
Key Features
- Hydrates and repairs dry, chapped lips
- Light watermelon scent
- Can be used overnight or during the day
Materials
- Hydrogenated poly(C6-14 olefin), diisostearyl malate, synthetic wax, hydrogenated polyisobutene, phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, polybutene, ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, Copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, flavor, mica, Siraitia grosvenorii fruit extract, 1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Citrullus lanatus (watermelon) seed oil, tocopheryl acetate, Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, tocopherol, isopropyl titanium triisostearate, benzyl alcohol, benzyl benzoate, citral, geraniol, limonene, linalool, iron oxides (CI 77491).
Use Instructions
Apply a small amount directly to lips using clean fingers. Use nightly as an overnight mask or as a moisturizing gloss during the day. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Strawberry Mini Sheet Cake $5.99/18 Oz
This seasonal favorite is a single-layer strawberry sheet cake topped with fluffy strawberry frosting made with real strawberry puree and preserves.
Review
It’s not your average grocery store cake—moist, naturally flavored, and tastes homemade. The portion is perfect for sharing (or not).
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 320
- Fat 16g
- Carbs 43g
- Sodium 220mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 35g
- Protein 2g
Ingredients
- Cake: Cane sugar, enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, strawberry preserves (organic strawberries, organic cane sugar, apple pectin, ascorbic acid [to preserve], citric acid [acidifier]), canola oil, eggs, buttermilk (cultured pasteurized milk, nonfat milk powder, salt), baking soda, natural flavor, sea salt.
- Frosting: Powdered sugar (sugar, cornstarch), unsalted butter (cream [milk], natural flavor), cream cheese (pasteurized cultured milk and cream, salt, guar gum, carob bean gum), strawberry purée (strawberries, cane sugar, fruit pectin, ascorbic acid [to maintain color]), freeze-dried strawberry, natural flavors, sea salt.
- Contains milk, egg, wheat.
May contain soy.
Preparation Instructions
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optional top with whipped cream or fresh strawberries for an extra treat. Refrigerate any leftovers.
Final Thoughts
From frozen desserts to fiery sauces and adorable skincare, Trader Joe’s Summer 2025 haul is packed with limited-time gems you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re filling a picnic basket or just craving something new, this list has you covered. Stock up before the shelves clear—these cult favorites won’t last long.
