If you’re a fan of gluten-free desserts, Trader Joe’s has a range of sweet treats to satisfy your cravings. We’ve ranked 8 of their most popular gluten-free desserts from best to worst, giving you all the details on each item’s flavor, nutritional facts, and more. Let’s dive into these gluten-free goodies and see which ones are truly worth adding to your cart!
1. Gluten Free Cinnamon Coffee Cake Muffins $5.99/14 oz
These muffins are the perfect balance of moist, cinnamon-infused cake topped with a crumbly, sweet streusel topping. Whether you’re enjoying them for breakfast or as a midday snack, these gluten-free treats are a crowd-pleaser.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 440
- Fats: 23g
- Carbs: 56g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 31g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients
- Cane sugar, canola oil, eggs, cinnamon bits (sugar, rice flour, cinnamon, dextrose, sunflower oil, potato starch), buttermilk (cultured lowfat milk, salt), sour cream (grade A cultured cream), brown sugar, rice flour (rice flour, rice bran), rice flour, potato starch, cornstarch, tapioca starch, contains 2% or less of baking powder (monocalcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch), vanilla extract (water, ethyl alcohol, vanilla bean extractives), enzymes, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, xanthan gum, natural flavors.
Contains milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy as-is, or warm them up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
2. Gluten Free Chocolate Chunk Cookies $4.99/10.58 oz
These rich, chewy cookies are packed with chunks of high-quality chocolate. They’re the perfect indulgence for those craving a classic chocolate chip cookie, but with a gluten-free twist.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 220
- Fats: 11g
- Carbs: 29g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 16g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients
- Oat flour, brown cane sugar, semisweet chocolate (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, dextrose, soy lecithin, vanilla extract [water, ethyl alcohol, vanilla bean extractives]), butter (pasteurized cream [milk], natural flavor), margarine (palm oil, palm kernel oil, water, salt, monoglycerides, sunflower lecithin, natural flavor, citric acid [acidulant], vitamin A palmitate, vitamin D2), sugar, sweet rice flour, egg, tapioca starch, brown rice flour, brown rice syrup, egg yolk (sugar), sea salt, baking soda, enzymes, natural flavor, baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, monocalcium phosphate), xanthan gum.
Contains milk, egg, soy.
Preparation Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes for a warm, gooey cookie experience.
3. Gluten Free Joe-Joe’s Chocolate Vanilla Creme Cookies $4.49/12.5 oz
A gluten-free version of the beloved Oreo, these cookies feature a rich chocolate cookie sandwich with a creamy vanilla filling. Perfect for dunking in milk or snacking on their own.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 130
- Fats: 6g
- Carbs: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Dietary Fiber: <1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: <1g
Ingredients
- Sugar, palm oil, rice flour, tapioca starch, cocoa processed with alkali, canola oil, oat flour, cornstarch, invert sugar syrup, semisweet chocolate (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, dextrose), xanthan gum, baking soda, ground vanilla beans, natural vanilla flavor, ammonium bicarbonate (leavening), soy lecithin (emulsifier), sea salt.
Contains soy.
May contain milk, egg, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
No preparation needed—just open the package and enjoy!
4. Gluten Free Oatmeal Coconut Cookies $4.99/10.58 oz
These chewy cookies are a delightful combination of oats and coconut, offering a slightly tropical flavor. Perfect for oatmeal lovers looking for a gluten-free snack.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 210
- Fats: 8g
- Carbs: 31g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients
Rolled oats, brown sugar, butter (cream [milk], natural flavor), brown rice flour, sugar, egg, coconut flakes, raisins (raisins, sunflower oil), tapioca flour, sweet rice flour, brown rice syrup, enzymes, baking soda, sea salt, xanthan gum, natural flavor.
Contains milk, egg, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
These cookies are ready to eat straight from the package, or warm them up for a fresh-baked treat.
5. Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies $4.99/7 oz
A classic favorite, these cookies offer a gluten-free option with a rich buttery flavor and chunks of chocolate in every bite.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 140
- Fats: 7g
- Carbs: 19g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 11g
- Protein: <1g
Ingredients
- Butter (cream [milk], natural flavors), brown rice flour (brown rice, stabilized rice bran), light brown sugar, semisweet chocolate chips (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier]), eggs, potato starch, sugar, tapioca starch, natural flavors, salt, baking soda, baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, monocalcium phosphate), xanthan gum.
Contains milk, egg, soy.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy as-is, or heat them up in the microwave for a melty, gooey texture.
6. Gluten Free Madeleine Cookies $3.49/6.35 oz
These delicate, buttery cookies are lightly sweetened and perfectly crumbly. With their French-inspired design, these madeleines offer a light and airy texture.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 140
- Fats: 7g
- Carbs: 17g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients
- Egg, sunflower oil, sugar, rice flour, water, potato starch, glycerin, dried glucose syrup, corn flour, glucose syrup, guar gum, rice starch, rapeseed lecithin, leavening (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, monocalcium phosphate), sea salt, natural flavors, xanthan gum, mixed tocopherols (to preserve).
Contains egg.
May contain almond, hazelnut.
Preparation Instructions
Best enjoyed at room temperature, or warm them in the oven for 5 minutes to enhance their flavor.
7. Gluten Free Double Chocolate Muffins $5.99/14 oz
These indulgent, chocolate-packed muffins feature a double dose of cocoa, with a moist, rich texture. Perfect for chocolate lovers who need a gluten-free option.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 430
- Fats: 25g
- Carbs: 47g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 23g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients
- Gluten free flour blend (white rice flour, brown rice flour, potato starch, cornstarch, tapioca starch, enzymes), brown sugar, canola oil, eggs, chocolate chips (sugar, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, soy and sunflower lecithin [emulsifiers] natural flavor), sweet cream buttermilk, sour cream (cultured cream), cocoa processed with alkali, vanilla extract (water, ethyl alcohol, vanilla bean extractives), baking powder (monocalcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch), baking soda, salt, coffee powder, natural flavors, xanthan gum.
Contains milk, egg, soy.
Preparation Instructions
Heat in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy a warm, gooey chocolate experience.
8. Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread $4.49/12 oz
This gluten-free cinnamon raisin bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack. With swirls of cinnamon and plump raisins, it’s a tasty option for anyone looking for a gluten-free twist on a classic.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 140
- Fats: 2.5g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Dietary Fiber: <3g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients
Water, modified tapioca starch, raisins (raisins, sunflower oil), brown rice flour (brown rice, stabilized rice bran), sunflower and/or safflower oil, dextrose, cane sugar, contains 2% or less of psyllium husk powder, yeast, cinnamon, pea hull fiber, modified cellulose, cellulose gum, sea salt, rice bran, cultured sugar (to preserve), natural flavor.
Preparation Instructions
Toast for a warm, crispy texture, or enjoy fresh from the package.
Conclusion
There you have it—the best and worst of Trader Joe’s gluten-free desserts! Whether you’re craving something chocolatey, fruity, or just plain comforting, there’s a gluten-free option for every sweet tooth. Which one is your favorite?
