The 27 Best Things to Buy at Trader Joe’s This May – Parade

Trader Joe’s is rolling out fresh finds this May—from bold snacks and sweet treats to seasonal pantry staples. These 27 picks are flying off shelves, so grab them while you can.

1. Celebration Cake Pretzels $2.99/7 oz

These crunchy pretzels are dipped in a sweet cake-flavored coating and covered in festive rainbow sprinkles—basically a party in a bag.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 150
Fat: 6g
Carbs: 21g
Sodium: 170mg
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Sugar: 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)
‘Contains: milk, soy, wheat
May contain: egg, peanut, almond, cashew, coconut, pecan

Preparation Instructions

Ready to eat—just open and snack.

2. Passion Fruit Meringue Tartelettes $4.99/4.4 oz

These delicate tartelettes feature a crisp tart shell filled with tangy passion fruit curd and topped with airy meringue.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 120
Fat: 4g
Carbs: 19g
Sodium: 40mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 14g
Protein: 1g

Ingredients

Wheat flour, butter, sugar, egg white, passion fruit puree, lemon juice, cornstarch.

Preparation Instructions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

3. Tom Yum Seasoned Snack Mix $3.49/6 oz

Inspired by the iconic Thai soup, this bold mix blends crunchy peanuts, rice sticks, and seasonings for a sweet, sour, and spicy bite.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 150
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 14g
Sodium: 250mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Peanuts, rice flour, sugar, chili powder, lime powder, fish sauce powder, garlic.

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy straight from the bag.

4. Belgian Truffle Ballotin Box $3.99/3.45 oz

A luxurious box of assorted Belgian truffles filled with smooth chocolate ganache—perfect for gifting or sneaky self-treating.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 140
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 12g
Sodium: 15mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 11g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Milk chocolate (sugar, whole milk powder, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor),
Dark chocolate (unsweetened chocolate, sugar, milkfat, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor),
Gianduja (sugar, hazelnuts, cocoa butter, unsweetened chocolate, whole milk powder, soy lecithin [emulsifier], milkfat, natural vanilla flavor),
Hazelnut filling (sugar, hazelnut, vegetable fat [sheanut oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil], skim milk powder, cocoa powder, sunflower lecithin [lecithin]),
White chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor),
Caramel filling (glucose syrup, sweetened condensed skim milk [skim milk, sugar], dextrose, coconut oil, water, disodium diphosphate, salt, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, natural flavor),
Hazelnut paste (sugar, vegetable oil [coconut oil, sheanut oil, sunflower oil], hazelnut, cocoa powder, soy lecithin [emulsifier]),
Hazelnut paste (sugar, hazelnut, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor),
Sugar roasted hazelnuts (hazelnut, sugar, cocoa butter),
Unsweetened chocolate,
Cultured butter (milk, lactic acid starter culture),
Caramelized hazelnuts (sugar, hazelnut),
Waffle crisps (wheat flour, sugar, butter [cream, natural flavor], wheat starch, salt, ammonium bicarbonate),
Coffee powder,
Soy lecithin (emulsifier),
Corn oil,
Natural flavor,
Citric acid (acidifier),
Water,
Vegetable oil (vitamin E [as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate], sunflower oil).
Contains: milk, egg, soy, wheat, coconut, hazelnut, sheanut
May contain: sesame, peanut, almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecan

Preparation Instructions

Store in a cool place and enjoy at room temperature.

5. Garlic Butter Irish Potato Chips $2.99/5.5 oz

These thick-cut chips are cooked in small batches and seasoned with rich garlic butter for a savory Irish-inspired crunch.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 140
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 16g
Sodium: 200mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Potatoes, sunflower oil, lactose, garlic, salt, sugar, yeast extract, onion, buttermilk powder, butter powder (butter [cream, salt], skim milk powder, trisodium phosphate, trisodium citrate), mushroom extract, natural flavor, parsley, lemon juice powder (maltodextrin, lemon juice), citric acid (acidulant).
Contains: milk

Preparation Instructions

No prep needed—just dig in.

6. Vanilla Cardona Goat’s Milk Cheese $5.49/5 oz

This semi-soft goat’s milk cheese is subtly sweet with notes of vanilla, making it perfect for cheese boards or dessert pairings.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 100
Fat: 6g
Carbs: 1g
Sodium: 190mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 6g

Ingredients

Pasteurized goat’s milk, salt, microbial enzyme, vanilla sugar (sugar, vanilla beans), vanilla extract (water, alcohol, vanilla bean extractives), cheese culture (milk).
Contains: milk

Preparation Instructions

Serve sliced or crumbled.

7. Organic Fruit and Vegetable Wash $3.99/16 fl oz

Made with natural citrus extracts, this wash helps remove wax, pesticides, and residues from produce.

Key Features

USDA Organic
Free of synthetic fragrances
Biodegradable

Ingredients

Water, glycerin*, distilled white vinegar*, Quillaja saponaria wood extract*, Citrus paradisi (grapefruit) seed oil*
*Organic

Use Instructions

Spray on produce, rub gently, rinse thoroughly with water.

8. Mini Pastel Canvas Tote Bag $2.99/1 Each

These tiny totes come in soft spring pastels—perfect for gifting, Easter baskets, or small market hauls.

Key Features

Durable canvas
Available in assorted colors
Reusable and washable

Materials

100% cotton canvas.

Care Instructions

Machine wash cold, tumble dry low.

9. Night Cream $9.99/2 oz

This moisturizing night cream hydrates and softens skin overnight with ingredients like squalane and jojoba oil.

Key Features

Suitable for all skin types
Fragrance-free
Rich but non-greasy

Ingredients

Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Irish Sea Moss) Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Seed Oil,
Bacillus/Cordyceps Sinensis/Ganoderma Lucidum/Inonotus Obliquus/Lentinus Edodes/Phellinus Linteus/Schizophyllum Commune/Tricholoma Matsutake Extract Ferment Filtrate,
Lactobacillus Ferment,
Lactobacillus/Centella Asiatica/Gleditsia Sinensis Thorn/Houttuynia Cordata Extract/Phellodendron Amurense Bark/Polygonum Cuspidatum Root/Prunella Vulgaris/Torilis Japonica Extract Ferment Filtrate,
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate,
Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Extract Ferment Filtrate,
Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Bisabolol, Xylitylglucoside, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caffeine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Xylitol, Phospholipids, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Sphingolipids, Linoleic Acid, Acetic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8.

Use Instructions

Apply to clean face before bedtime.

10. Ube Mochi Pancake and Waffle Mix $3.99/13.3 oz

This mix combines sweet ube flavor with chewy mochi texture for a fun twist on your breakfast routine.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 220
Fat: 0g
Carbs: 52g
Sodium: 380mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 13g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Sweet rice flour, sugar, tapioca starch, ube purée (purple yam purée), baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, monocalcium phosphate), salt, natural flavors, vegetable juice for color.

Preparation Instructions

Add water, egg, and butter. Cook on a greased skillet or waffle maker.

11. Lemon Flower Cookies $5.99/16 oz

These dainty cookies are shaped like flowers and bursting with lemon zest and buttery goodness—perfect for tea time.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 140
Fat: 7g
Carbs: 18g
Sodium: 60mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 7g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Unbleached enriched flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), lemon jam (sugar, water, glucose syrup, glycerin, lemon juice concentrate, contains 2% or less of lemon zest, lemon oil essence, natural flavors, sodium citrate, pectin, tricalcium phosphate, sodium alginate, lemon oil, turmeric [color]), palm oil, sugar, eggs, water, contains 2% or less of sea salt, lemon oil, glycerin, turmeric (color).
Contains: egg, wheat

Preparation Instructions

Ready to enjoy from the box.

12. Spring Waxed Amaryllis $7.99

This no-pot-needed blooming bulb is encased in decorative wax and will blossom into a vibrant spring flower indoors.

Key Features

Zero watering required
Grows in 4–6 weeks
Unique spring gift

Materials

Live bulb, wax coating, decorative base.

Care Instructions

Place in a sunny spot. No watering needed—just enjoy as it blooms.

13. Sunday Brunch Chicken and Blueberry Waffle Dog Treats $3.49/6 oz

These gourmet dog treats mix real chicken with the flavor of blueberry waffles for a pet-friendly brunch vibe.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 25 (per treat)
Fat: 1g
Carbs: 3g
Sodium: 20mg
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Chicken, brown rice flour, glycerin, sweetened dried blueberries (blueberries, cane sugar, sunflower oil), dried bacon (uncured bacon, incidental additive [salt, sugar]), natural flavor, cane molasses, salt (salt, yellow prussiate of soda [YPS] – processing aid only), natural maple wood smoke flavor with other natural flavors (incidental additive [glycerin, water], natural flavor), organic apple cider vinegar powder (incidental additive [organic maltodextrin], organic apple cider vinegar), mixed tocopherols (to preserve) (incidental additive [silicon dioxide – anti-caking, soybean oil], mixed tocopherols – to preserve).

Preparation Instructions

Feed as a treat. Not a meal substitute.

14. Spring Gummies $3.49/10 oz

Chewy and sweet, these pastel-colored gummies come in fun spring shapes and fruity flavors.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 130
Fat: 0g
Carbs: 31g
Sodium: 15mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 23g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Sugar, glucose syrup, fruit juice concentrate, gelatin, citric acid, natural flavors.

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy right out of the bag.

15. Okonomiyaki Japanese Vegetable Pancake $4.99/10.2 oz

This traditional Japanese pancake is made with cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a savory batter, ready to pan-fry and top with your favorite sauces.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 180
Fat: 7g
Carbs: 25g
Sodium: 410mg
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 5g

Ingredients

Pancake: Cabbage, egg, wheat flour, water, canola oil, green onion, grated Japanese yam, skipjack tuna powder, salt, kelp extract (water, kelp, salt), sugar, dried yeast extract, black pepper blend (corn flour, black pepper, rice flour), guar gum, dextrin.
Sauce: Water, sugar, molasses, salt, tomato paste, soy sauce (soybeans, water, salt), modified cornstarch, apple purée, distilled white vinegar, onion purée, spices, yeast extract, date juice concentrate, xanthan gum, shiitake mushroom powder.
Topping: Dried skipjack tuna flakes.
Contains: egg, soy, wheat, tuna

Preparation Instructions

Heat on a nonstick skillet with a little oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.

16. Spicy Pink Salt with Crushed Red Chili Pepper $1.99/7 oz

This fiery pink salt blend brings together Himalayan salt and crushed chili flakes for a punchy seasoning that’s great on grilled meats, roasted veggies, and even cocktails.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 0
Fat: 0g
Carbs: 0g
Sodium: 460mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 0g

Ingredients

Pink Himalayan salt, crushed red chili pepper.

Preparation Instructions

Use as a finishing salt or sprinkle over dishes to add heat.

17. Japanese Mini Taiyaki $4.99/7.89 oz

These fish-shaped cakes are filled with sweet red bean paste and come frozen—just heat and eat for a chewy, comforting snack.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 250
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 39g
Sodium: 240mg
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Sugar: 12g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Mixed flour blend (wheat flour, rice starch, dextrin, sugar, baking powder, salt, guar gum, sucrose fatty acid esters [emulsifier]),
Custard flour paste (water, sugar, canola oil, modified food starch [modified tapioca starch, modified cornstarch], nonfat dry milk, vanilla syrup [sugar, water, vanilla beans], whey protein concentrate, whole egg powder, vegetable juice [color], gellan gum, egg white powder, wheat flour, salt, citric acid [acidulant]),
Water, eggs, sunflower oil.
Contains: milk, egg, wheat

Preparation Instructions

Microwave for 30 seconds or bake at 350°F for 6–8 minutes until heated through.

18. Sweet, Spicy & Tart Chile Lime Flavored Seasoned Dried Strawberries $3.99/2 oz

These dried strawberries are coated in a tangy chile-lime seasoning for a uniquely addictive sweet-heat snack.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 200
Fat: 1.0g
Carbs: 46g
Sodium: 320mg
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 37g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Strawberries, cane sugar, chile seasoning mix (cane sugar, chile flakes, salt, citric acid [acidulant], natural flavor), calcium lactate, lime juice concentrate, natural flavor, vegetable juice (color).

Preparation Instructions

Ready to snack—no prep required.

19. Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs $4.29/12 oz

Juicy chicken meatballs blended with pineapple and glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce—great over rice or skewered for apps.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 160
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 8g
Sodium: 440mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 5g
Protein: 13g

Ingredients

Chicken, dried pineapple (pineapple, sugar, citric acid [acidifier]), contains 2% or less of tamari soy sauce powder (tamari soy sauce [soybeans, salt], maltodextrin, salt), mirin sweet cooking rice wine (water, sugar, rice, ethyl alcohol, salt, lactic acid), caramelized onions, sea salt, sugar, vinegar powder, pineapple juice concentrate, black pepper, ground ginger, garlic powder, rosemary extract (to preserve).
Contains: soy

Preparation Instructions

Microwave or bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes until heated through.

20. Sparkling Matcha Lemonade $1.69/12 oz

This fizzy fusion of earthy matcha and tart lemonade is the refreshing boost you didn’t know you needed.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 80
Fat: 0g
Carbs: 20g
Sodium: 35mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: 0g

Ingredients

Carbonated water (water, carbon dioxide), cane sugar, lemon juice concentrate, matcha green tea powder, natural flavors, lemon peel, lemon extract, green tea extract, sodium copper chlorophyllin (color), lemon oil.

Preparation Instructions

Chill and shake gently before drinking.

21. Oakwood Smoked Trout Fillet $16.99/1 lb

Delicately smoked over oakwood, this tender trout fillet is flaky, savory, and packed with umami flavor.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 100
Fat: 5.0g
Carbs: 0g
Sodium: 150mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 14g

Ingredients

Rainbow trout, sea salt.
Contains: trout

Preparation Instructions

Serve cold or flake into salads, pastas, or toast.

22. Brown Sugar Boba Mochi $2.99/6.35 oz

These chewy bite-sized mochi have a rich brown sugar flavor and a soft boba-inspired center.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 110
Fat: 2.5g
Carbs: 22g
Sodium: 5mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 0g

Ingredients

Maltose, rice starch, water, sugar, trehalose, modified tapioca starch, cocoa powder (processed with alkali),
Filling: Vegetable oils (palm oil, soybean oil), sugar, whole milk powder, lactose, cocoa butter, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids and soy lecithin (emulsifiers), natural flavor, salt,
Brown sugar (sugar, molasses, caramel color), palm oil, caramelized sugar syrup, monoglycerides (emulsifier), sea salt, natural flavors, potato starch.
Contains: milk, soy
May contain: egg, sesame, peanut

Preparation Instructions

Best enjoyed at room temperature.

23. Buffalo Ranch Popcorn $2.99/5 oz

This spicy-savory popcorn is coated in zesty buffalo sauce and cool ranch seasoning—ideal for game day or couch snacking.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 180
Fat: 14g
Carbs: 12g
Sodium: 420mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Popcorn, coconut oil, sunflower oil, buffalo style ranch seasoning (whey powder, maltodextrin, salt, hot sauce [cayenne pepper, vinegar powder, salt, garlic], buttermilk powder, onion powder, yeast extract, spice, sugar, citric acid [acidulant], vinegar powder, natural flavor, silicon dioxide [anti-caking], garlic powder, paprika [spice and color], tricalcium phosphate), sunflower lecithin (emulsifier).
Contains: milk
May contain: soy, sesame, wheat, peanut, almond, cashew, hazelnut, pecan

Preparation Instructions

Open and enjoy—no prep needed.

24. Shrimp Fiesta Salad $6.99/11.11 oz

A ready-to-eat mix of seasoned shrimp, corn, black beans, and spicy dressing—this bold salad is great for lunch on the go.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 130
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 8g
Sodium: 190mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Salad: Romaine lettuce, cooked shrimp (shrimp, salt), pico de gallo (Roma tomatoes, yellow onion, cilantro, jalapeño peppers), fire roasted corn, cooked black beans (black beans, water), lime, tortilla strips (yellow and blue corn masa flour, sunflower oil, sea salt, trace of lime).
Creamy poblano dressing: Canola and/or soybean oil, water, roasted poblano pepper purée, Cotija cheese (pasteurized part skim milk, salt, cheese culture, microbial enzyme), garlic, red wine vinegar, cilantro, salt, egg yolk, distilled vinegar, sugar, spices, lime juice concentrate, mustard flour, cornstarch, xanthan gum, lemon juice concentrate.
Contains: milk, egg, shrimp

Preparation Instructions

Refrigerate until ready to eat. Shake and enjoy.

25. Sour Strawberry Candy Belts $3.49/10 oz

Stretchy, tangy, and totally nostalgic, these strawberry belts bring a sweet-sour punch to your snack stash.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 110
Fat: 0g
Carbs: 26g
Sodium: 0mg
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: <1g

Ingredients

Sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, wheat flour, water, citric acid (acidulant), dextrose, coconut oil, apple juice concentrate, natural flavor, fruit and vegetable juice (color), monoglycerides.
Contains: wheat