We reviewed over 20 Trader Joe’s yogurts to find the true winners based on flavor, texture, and overall balance.
From rich Greek styles to smooth nonfat options, this ranking highlights which varieties deserve a spot in your fridge and which to skip.
Expect honest impressions on creaminess, fruit authenticity, and versatility—perfect for anyone seeking affordable, protein-packed snacks under $1 per cup
Plain Low Fat Greek Yogurt – $2.99/16 Oz
- Tangy, plain yogurt made with 2% milk fat, useful in baking or as a base but sour on its own.
- Accurate user comment: “TJ’s is thin and almost flavorless to me.”
- Taste Test Experience: Sour bitterness dominates without flavors to mask it; not many spoonfuls before setting aside.
- Take away: Best for recipes needing tang; avoid standalone if you dislike sourness.
Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 Oz
- Richer plain Greek yogurt with whole milk, milder than low-fat but still tangy.
- Accurate user comment: “TJ’s plain full fat greek yogurt is the best there is across the universe of Greek yogurts.”
- Taste Test Experience: Milder tang with creamy texture; discernible from low-fat but not dramatically better.
- Take away: Slight upgrade for creaminess; versatile for snacks or cooking.
European Style Organic Plain Nonfat Yogurt – $4.79/32 oz
- Thin, smooth organic yogurt blending regular texture with Greek sharpness, available in whole milk or nonfat.
- Accurate user comment: “The whole milk option is creamier than the nonfat one; both are unflavored.”
- Taste Test Experience: Sharp, mouth-puckering sourness without balance; good base but unpalatable alone.
- Take away: Ideal for those avoiding thick textures; add honey for sweetness.
Goat Milk Yogurt – $4.99/32 oz
- Plain yogurt from goat milk, distinct with funky flavor and runny texture.
- Accurate user comment: “Super tangy flavor that’s strong but not too goat-like, lacking the richness of goat cheese.”
- Taste Test Experience: Mellow start turns funky; creamy but no flavors to offset uniqueness.
- Take away: Appeals to goat cheese fans; experiment in savory dishes.
Organic Creamy Cashew Cultured Yogurt Alternative, Strawberry – $4.99/24 Oz
- Dairy-free cashew-based yogurt in strawberry flavor, soupy texture.
- Accurate user comment: “The texture is spot-on, but it lacks tang and flavor, tasting like almost nothing.”
- Taste Test Experience: Clashing strawberry with cashew aftertaste; not creamy as claimed.
- Take away: Decent vegan option; better for plant-based diets than dairy lovers.
Icelandic Style Skyr Lowfat Raspberry Yogurt – $1.19/5.3 Oz
- Thick, low-fat Icelandic skyr with raspberry flavor.
- Accurate user comment: “Thick and creamy texture; raspberry flavor absent, resulting in super sour taste.”
- Taste Test Experience: Sour and bitter without juicy sweetness; lacks balance.
- Take away: For tang enthusiasts; skip if expecting strong fruit.
Icelandic Style Skyr Lowfat Vanilla Yogurt – $1.19/5.3 Oz
- Dense, low-fat skyr with faint vanilla.
- Accurate user comment: “Faint vanilla flavor doesn’t offset the unpleasant thick mouthfeel.”
- Taste Test Experience: Paste-like texture; subtle vanilla but essentially plain.
- Take away: Better than unflavored skyr; customize with add-ins.
Icelandic Style Skyr Lowfat Cherry Yogurt – $1.19/5.3 Oz
- Thick skyr mixed with cherry puree, high protein.
- Accurate user comment: “Tangy as hell due to the cherry puree; unlike anything else tried.”
- Taste Test Experience: Pronounced cherry but unenjoyable texture; acidic and sour.
- Take away: Low sugar appeals; great for protein boost.
Greek Honey Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 Oz
- Greek yogurt sweetened with honey, expected to be less sour.
- Accurate user comment: “I love Trader Joes Honey Greek Yogurt it’s great with mixed fresh berries its just so good.”
- Taste Test Experience: Lacks strong honey; sweetness doesn’t cut sourness fully.
- Take away: Disappointing hype; drizzle honey on plain instead.
Apricot Mango Greek Whole Milk Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 Oz
- Whole milk Greek with apricot and mango blend.
- Accurate user comment: “Flavor combination doesn’t work; apricot muddles mango.”
- Taste Test Experience: Juicy apricot brightness but mixed reviews on harmony.
- Take away: Tropical medley; try if you like fruity experiments.
Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Coconut Cream – $1
- Nonfat Greek with coconut cream and shreds.
- Accurate user comment: “Smells and tastes like sunscreen; unsettling chunks.”
- Taste Test Experience: Strong coconut fades to plain; chalky aftertaste.
- Take away: For coconut fans; texture elevates it slightly.
Greek Nonfat Blueberry Yogurt – $3.49/4 oz
- Nonfat Greek with blueberry flavor.
- Accurate user comment: “Very sweet and blueberry-studded, appealing to kids but overpowering.”
- Taste Test Experience: Artificial blueberry; subtle but forgettable.
- Take away: Classic but fake taste; good for kids.
Greek Nonfat Pomegranate Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Nonfat Greek in pomegranate, natural color.
- Accurate user comment: “Looks off-putting, resembling hummus; tastes like generic fruit.”
- Taste Test Experience: Vague fruit flavor; appearance detracts.
- Take away: Natural but unappealing; skip for visuals.
Bananas & Cream Yogurt – Price not specified
- Whipped yogurt with banana and cream.
- Accurate user comment: “Tastes incredible, like something out of a farmer’s market.”
- Taste Test Experience: Artificial banana; creamy but fake taste dominates.
- Take away: Overcomes pitfalls for some; craveable despite flaws.
Vanilla & Cream Yogurt – $2.69/16 Oz
- Whipped vanilla cream yogurt in packs.
- Accurate user comment: “Lightness and sweetness; hint of vanilla is barely there.”
- Taste Test Experience: Generic; not offensive but unexciting.
- Take away: Fine but forgettable; pair with fruits.
Greek Nonfat Vanilla Bean Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Nonfat Greek with vanilla bean flecks.
- Accurate user comment: “Overly sweet but chalky texture; lacks strong vanilla.”
- Taste Test Experience: Subtly sweet; better texture than whole milk.
- Take away: Versatile; top with mix-ins.
Greek Nonfat Mango Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Nonfat Greek with mango chunks.
- Accurate user comment: “Pleasantly tropical smell but slightly artificial taste.”
- Taste Test Experience: Refreshing with chunks; mild flavor.
- Take away: Grows on you; inconsistent but solid.
Blueberries & Cream Yogurt – $2.69/16 Oz
- Whipped blueberry cream yogurt.
- Accurate user comment: “Light, balanced flavor; presence of artificial blueberry.”
- Taste Test Experience: Artificial but step up from Greek blueberry.
- Take away: Calorie pitfall; reliable snack.
Strawberries & Cream Yogurt – $3.99/24 Oz
- Whipped strawberry cream yogurt.
- Accurate user comment: “Least strawberry flavor; cream overpowers.”
- Taste Test Experience: Smooth without sour; classic but not bright.
- Take away: Easy to eat; nostalgic appeal.
Greek Whole Milk Yogurt, Vanilla Bean – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Whole milk Greek with vanilla specks.
- Accurate user comment: “Almost perfect balance but chalky texture.”
- Taste Test Experience: Simple sweet; visual flecks add quality.
- Take away: Safe choice; not exciting.
Greek Nonfat Black Raspberry Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Nonfat Greek with black raspberry.
- Accurate user comment: “Smooth, fluffy, mousse-like; strong fruity flavor.”
- Taste Test Experience: Balanced tart; thick texture.
- Take away: Bold for fruit lovers; high ranking surprise.
Greek Whole Milk Yogurt, Strawberry Vanilla – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Whole milk Greek with strawberry chunks and vanilla.
- Accurate user comment: “Chunks add contrast; leans strawberry but vanilla mellows.”
- Taste Test Experience: Sweet fruity; textural interest.
- Take away: Great kickstart; recommend to picky eaters.
Greek Nonfat Strawberry Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 oz
- Nonfat Greek with strawberry pieces.
- Accurate user comment: “Looks, smells, tastes like sugary childhood yogurt.”
- Taste Test Experience: Balanced richness; no chunks but superior.
- Take away: Classic winner; nostalgic chalkiness minor.
Guava Passion Fruit Greek Whole Milk Yogurt – $0.99/5.3 Oz
- Whole milk Greek with guava and passion fruit.
- Accurate user comment: “Subtle tropical tang; harmonious and complex.”
- Taste Test Experience: Perfumy sweet; mixed on harmony.
- Take away: Unique tropical; stock for routines.
Greek Whole Milk Yogurt, Plain – $0.99/5.3 Oz
- Thick, rich plain whole milk Greek.
- Accurate user comment: “Super stiff and rich; glorious tang.”
- Taste Test Experience: Ultra-creamy; palatable alone.
- Take away: Everyday staple; begs for toppings.
Trader Joe’s Greek Yogurt with Honey – $5.49/32 Oz
- Greek yogurt sweetened with honey.
- Accurate user comment: “One of the best-tasting yogurt cups ever; honey like nectar.”
- Taste Test Experience: Luscious texture; balanced sweetness.
- Take away: Dessert-like; pair with granola.
Mango & Cream Yogurt – $3.99/24 Oz
- Whipped mango cream yogurt in packs.
- Accurate user comment: “Super tangy mango; well-balanced punch.”
- Taste Test Experience: Lasting mellow flavor; summery delight.
- Take away: Must-buy; top for creaminess.
