If your grocery cart is looking a little too basic, it might be time to take a detour through Trader Joe’s. This summer, the beloved grocery chain has dropped a new wave of snacks, desserts, drinks, and frozen must-haves that are anything but ordinary. From chocolate-covered everything to cult-favorite dips and ice creams, here are 25 Trader Joe’s foods that absolutely deserve a spot in your kitchen.
Simply Nutty Dark Chocolate, Nuts and Sea Salt Bar $4.99/7 oz
A crunchy-meets-sweet snack bar packed with peanuts, almonds, walnuts, and a drizzle of dark chocolate.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 200 per bar
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 18g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Dark chocolate, peanuts, almonds, walnuts, sea salt, tapioca syrup
Preparation Instructions:
Ready to eat right out of the wrapper.
Peanut Butter Filled Milk Chocolate Peanuts $2.99/4.94 Oz
Each crunchy candy is like a mini Reese’s in disguise, with a creamy peanut butter core.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 170 per 3 pieces
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Coating (Milk Chocolate [Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Mass, Soy Lecithin {Emulsifier}], Cocoa Butter), Filling (Peanut Butter [Ground Peanuts], Cocoa Butter, Sugar, Crisped Rice [Rice Flour], Salt, Sunflower Lecithin [Emulsifier]). Contains Milk, Soy, Peanut. May Contain Traces Of Egg, Wheat, Almond, Brazil Nut, Cashew, Coconut, Hazelnut, Pistachio, Walnut.
Preparation Instructions:
Eat straight from the bag, or mix into trail mix.
Dark Chocolate Coffee Buzz Bars $1.99/3.5 Oz
These espresso-infused chocolate bars are a pick-me-up and a treat in one.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 130 per bar
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Ground Roasted Coffee Beans, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Natural Vanilla Flavor. Contains Soy. May Contain Milk.
Preparation Instructions:
No prep needed—unwrap and snack.
Chocolate Lava Gnocchi $3.99/8.8 oz
A sweet twist on a savory favorite, these chocolate-filled gnocchi melt into gooey perfection.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 190 per serving
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 33g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Potato starch, cocoa, sugar, chocolate chips, vegetable oil
Preparation Instructions:
Sauté in a non-stick pan until golden and molten.
Seasoned Waffle Cut Fries $3.79/20 Oz
Crispy and craveable, these fries are pre-seasoned with a perfect blend of paprika, garlic, and onion.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 140 per 3 oz
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 16g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Water, Sunflower And/Or Canola Oil, Batter (Wheat Flour, Cornstarch, Potato Starch, Onion Powder, Salt, Garlic Powder, White Pepper, Dried Oregano, Paprika, Chili Powder, Natural Flavors), Garlic Powder, Yeast Extract, Onion Powder, Paprika, Red Chili Powder, Black Pepper, Dried Rosemary. Contains Wheat.
Preparation Instructions:
Bake or air fry until crispy.
Eggwich Breadless Breakfast Sandwich $5.49/7.8 Oz
A keto-friendly breakfast made with turkey sausage and American cheese sandwiched between egg patties.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 190 per sandwich
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: less than 1g
- Protein: 16g
Ingredients:
Egg Patty (Whole Egg, Whole Milk, Cornstarch, Sea Salt, White Pepper), Turkey Sausage Patty (Turkey, Water, Potato Starch, Salt, Sugar, Sage, Black Pepper), Pasteurized Process American Cheese (American Cheese [Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes], Water, Cream, Sodium Phosphate, Salt, Beta-Apo-8′-Carotenal [Color], Beta Carotene [Color]). Contains Milk, Egg.
Preparation Instructions:
Heat in microwave or oven.
UBE Purple Yam Flavored Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
A vibrant and creamy Filipino-inspired treat made with real ube.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 200 per 2/3 cup
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 22g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Cream, Water, Sugar, Ube Puree (Purple Yam Puree, Sugar, Water, Glucose, Lactic Acid), Nonfat Milk Powder, Sugared Egg Yolks (Egg Yolks, Sugar), Stabilizer Blend (Carob Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Sugar), Color Added (Grape Extract, Red Cabbage Extract, Beet Juice, Beta-Carotene), Natural Flavors. Contains Milk, Egg.
Preparation Instructions:
Enjoy straight from the pint.
Coffee Bean Blast Ice Cream $4.99/1 Qt
Supercharged with real coffee extract, this one’s a must for caffeine lovers.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 320 per 2/3 cup
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 36g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 32g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Cream, Milk, Cane Sugar, Coffee, Sugared Egg Yolks (Egg Yolks, Sugar), Coffee Beans, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Stabilizer Blend (Carob Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Cane Sugar). Contains Milk And Eggs.
Preparation Instructions:
Scoop and serve chilled.
Jamaican Style Beef Patties $4.49/9 oz
Spicy and flaky pastries filled with seasoned ground beef—a bold snack or meal.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 310 per patty
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 28g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 10g
Ingredients:
Ground beef, flour, vegetable oil, spices
Preparation Instructions:
Heat in oven until golden and hot.
Miso Crunch Chopped Salad Kit $3.99/13.5 oz
Features green cabbage, romaine, carrots, and crispy miso-infused toppings.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Mixed greens, miso dressing, crunchy toppings
Preparation Instructions:
Toss with included dressing and serve.
Organic Carrots of Many Colors $1.99/2 Lb
Vibrant heirloom carrots perfect for roasting or raw snacking.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 35 per serving
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Organic carrots (orange, yellow, purple)
Preparation Instructions:
Wash and enjoy raw or roast at 400°F.
Blueberry Dream Frozen Dessert Bars $3.49/11 Oz
A dreamy non-dairy bar with coconut milk and real blueberry swirl.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 240 per 2 bars
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 47g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 45g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Ice Cream (Milk, Cream, Cane Sugar, Condensed Skim Milk, Whey, Egg Yolks, Guar Gum, Carob Bean Gum, Carrageenan), Blueberries, Water, Cane Sugar, Blueberry Juice (Water, Blueberry Juice Concentrate), Citric Acid (Acidulant), Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum. Contains Milk, Egg.
Preparation Instructions:
Store frozen and enjoy cold.
Salted Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets $2.69/16 Oz
Crunchy, salty, and stuffed with creamy peanut butter—an addicting snack.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 150 per 10 pieces
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 17g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Unbleached Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Peanut Butter (Roasted Peanuts, Sugar, Salt), Contains 2% Or Less Of Salt, Palm Oil, Corn Syrup, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride (Dough Conditioner), Sodium Hydroxide (Processing Aid). Contains Wheat, Peanut.
Preparation Instructions:
Snack as-is.
Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Butterscotch Caramels $3.29/7 oz
A sweet and salty candy coated in smooth milk chocolate.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 180 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Sugar, cream, butter, chocolate, salt
Preparation Instructions:
Ready to eat.
Jalapeño and Honey Chevre Goat’s Milk Cheese $2.99/5 Oz
A bold goat cheese with a spicy-sweet kick perfect for charcuterie.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 80 per Oz
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized Goat’s Milk, Honey, Cheese Cultures (Milk), Jalapeño Peppers, Salt, Microbial Enzyme. Contains Milk.
Preparation Instructions:
Slice or crumble over salads.
Green Goddess Dip $4.49/12 Oz
A creamy, herby dip made with avocado and fresh herbs.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: less than 1g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients:
Sour Cream (Cultured Pasteurized Cream), Mayonnaise (Canola Oil, Salted Egg Yolks [Egg Yolk, Salt], Lemon Juice From Concentrate [Water, Lemon Juice Concentrate], White Wine Vinegar, Water, Mustard Flour), Avocado Puree (Avocado, Lemon Juice, Salt), Lemon Juice, Water, Green Onions, Garlic, Red Wine Vinegar, Parsley, Shallots, Chives, Basil, Sea Salt, Xanthan Gum, Black Pepper. Contains Milk, Egg.
Preparation Instructions:
Use as dip or spread.
Spinach and Kale Greek Yogurt Dip $4.49/16 Oz
A lighter take on a party favorite using Greek yogurt.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories:30 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Sugar: Less than 1g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Low Fat Greek Style Yogurt (Grade A Skim Milk, Cream, Agar, Pectin, Cultures), Spinach, Water Chestnuts, Kale, Mayonnaise (Canola Oil, Egg Yolks, Water, White Wine Vinegar, Mustard Powder, Lemon Juice Concentrate), Seasoning (Dehydrated Onions, Salt, Garlic Powder, Corn Starch, Mushroom Powder, Dill, Celery), Red Peppers, Carrots, Green Onions, Agave Nectar, Dehydrated Onions, Sea Salt, Xanthan Gum, Garlic. Contains Eggs, Milk.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve chilled with crackers or veggies.
Cacio E Pepe Pasta Sauce $3.79/14.5 Oz
Inspired by the Roman dish, this sauce blends cheese and black pepper.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 120 per 1/4 cup
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Pecorino Romano, cream, black pepper
Preparation Instructions:
Heat and pour over pasta.
Salsa De Cacahuate $2.99/12 oz
A bold, spicy peanut salsa perfect for tacos, skewers, or dipping.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Peanuts, chile, oil, vinegar, salt
Preparation Instructions:
Use as sauce or dip.
Lightly Smoked Salmon $5.99/5 oz
Delicate and flavorful, great for bagels, salads, or pasta.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 17g
Ingredients:
Atlantic salmon, salt, smoke
Preparation Instructions:
Ready to eat.
Non-Dairy Oat Beverage $3.99/64 Fl Oz
A smooth, dairy-free alternative for coffee or cereal.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 per cup
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 9g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Water, Hydrolyzed Oats, Contains 2% Or Less Of Sunflower Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Sea Salt, Gellan Gum, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid (Acidifier), Tricalcium Phosphate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D2, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin B12.
Preparation Instructions:
Shake and pour.
Cocoa Almond Spread $3.99/13 Oz
Nutella lovers, meet your new obsession—rich and nutty.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 210 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 21g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 19g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Sugar, Vegetable Oil Blend (Canola Oil, Palm Oil, Sheanut Oil, Coconut Oil), Almonds, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Nonfat Milk Powder, Whey Powder (Milk), Soy Flour, Soy Lecithin, Hazelnuts. Contains Milk, Soy, Almond, Coconut, Hazelnut, Sheanut.
Preparation Instructions:
Spread on toast, fruit, or eat by the spoonful.
Cheese, Spinach & Kale Egg Bites $3.79/4.2 Oz
Protein-packed, fluffy egg bites perfect for a quick breakfast.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 150 per pkg
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: less than 1 g
- Protein: 12g
Ingredients:
Egg Whites, Cottage Cheese (Skim Milk, Milk, Cream, Sea Salt, Cheese Culture), Feta Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Cheese Culture, Microbial Enzyme, Natamycin [Mold Inhibitor]), Butter (Cream, Salt), Cornstarch, Spinach, Kale, Salt, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid (To Maintain Color), White Pepper. Contains Milk, Egg.
Preparation Instructions:
Microwave or bake.
Sparkling Tropical Lemonade $3.99/8.4 Fl Oz
Fizzy, fruity, and refreshing—ideal for summer sipping.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 90 per 8 oz
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 23g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 22g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Carbonated water, lemon juice, fruit concentrates
Preparation Instructions:
Chill and serve.
Chicken Tikka Masala $4.49/8.5 Oz
Tender chicken in a creamy tomato-based Indian curry sauce.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 360 per tray
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 39g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 21g
Ingredients:
Chicken Tikka (Chicken Breast, Onions, Whole Peeled Tomatoes, Water, Tomato Juice, Canola Oil, Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Cream, Nonfat Dry Milk, Proprietary Spices With Affidavit, Garlic, Cashews, Salt, Butter, Potato Starch, Not An Added Sugar, Tapioca Starch, Citric Acid, Oleoresin Of Paprika, Clarified Butter, Fenugreek Leaves, Cilantro, Turmeric, Vinegar, Mango Powder), Cumin Rice (Water, Rice, Canola Oil, Clarified Butter, Cumin Seeds). Contains Milk, Cashews.
Preparation Instructions:
Microwave or heat on stovetop.
Final Thoughts
Trader Joe’s has once again managed to surprise and delight with a collection of unique, flavorful, and high-quality foods that go way beyond your average grocery list. Whether you’re restocking snacks or planning a summer dinner party, these 25 picks are absolutely worth the cart space—and every cent.
