We get it…your week and weekend are packed, and by Sunday, all you want is to grab your usual grocery list, snag your essentials, and cozy up on the couch with your favorite comfort show. But here’s the thing: you might be overlooking some Trader Joe’s treasures! These hidden gems could be the game-changers your kitchen has been missing, and maybe even your next go-to-staples. Keep reading to discover our favorite Trader Joe’s finds you’ve been walking right past!
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Below you will find our team’s selection of Trader Joe’s hidden gems that consistently earn a spot in our carts. These are everyday standouts and quiet favorites that are a MUST-BUY on your next Sunday stroll to Trader Joe’s, whether you are stocking up for the week or simply browsing the aisles.
Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage
Trader Joe’s Sweet Italian Chicken Sausages are made with chicken raised on all-vegetarian feed and seasoned in the style of a classic sweet Italian sausage. Each link has hints of mild anise and fennel seed, creating a versatile staple that can be enjoyed on its own, in a hot dog, added to pasta, soups, breakfast hashes, or crumbled and sautéed as a pizza topping.
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Chocolate Coffee Granola
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Coffee Flavored Granola is a crunchy, hearty blend of rolled oats, oat flours, cane sugar, and honey, coated with cocoa, dark chocolate, and coffee extract. Hints of vanilla and salt create a rich, layered flavor that works any time you want a chocolate-coffee boost. Enjoy it with milk for breakfast, sprinkle it over ice cream for dessert, or grab a handful straight from the bag.
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Umami Seasoning
Trader Joe’s Umami Seasoning Blend is all about bringing savory flavor to everything you cook. Made with kosher salt, white button and porcini mushrooms, onion, mustard, seed, red and black pepper, and thyme, it has a rich, layered taste. This versatile blend can be sprinkled on meats, vegetables, soups, or even popcorn, creating a pantry staple that adds a savory punch anytime.
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Dried Mango Slice
As the name suggests, this Trader Joe’s hidden gem is one simple ingredient: mango. That’s it. Depending on what’s in season, several varieties are peeled, seeded, sliced by hand, and dried with no additives, preservatives, or colors. Each piece has all-natural sweetness, creating a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on its own, added to cereal or yogurt, or baked into desserts for a sweet treat!
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Mango Pineapple Pico de Gallo
Trader Joe’s Mango Pineapple Pico de Gallo combines diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, lime juice, and cilantro with sweet mango and pineapple for a fresh, vibrant, layered salsa. Each batch has a perfect balance of tang and sweetness, creating a versatile staple that can be enjoyed on its own with tortilla chips, added to tacos, tossed over air-fried salmon, or served with grilled shrimp.
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Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
Trader Joe’s Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs combine all-natural ground chicken with sweet pineapple and savory teriyaki for a fully cooked, ready-to-heat snack. Each meatball is certified gluten-free, creating a versatile option that can be enjoyed on its own, served with your favorite dip, tossed with noodles, added to a meatball sub, or featured as a weeknight meal.
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Gluten Free Oatmeal Coconut Cookies
Trader Joe’s Oatmeal raisin cookies have a soft, chewy center, with buttery brown-sugar flavor, sweet raisins, and a hint of coconut. Made with rolled oats, coconut flake, tapioca and rice flours, brown sugar, and plenty of butter, each cookie is gluten-free, creating a versatile treat that can be enjoyed on its own, dunked in milk or a non-dairy alternative, or used to make ice cream sandwiches.
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Squiggly Cut Noodles
Trader Joe’s Squiggly Knife-Cut Style Noodles with Soy & Sesame Sauce comes with four portions of air-dried noodles and sauce packets, making them an easy go-to for busy lunches or weeknight dinners. Each serving creates a versatile meal that can be enjoyed on its own, added to sautéed bok choy or teriyaki tofu, or topped with a soft-boiled egg for a crave-worthy dish.
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Chili and Lime Flavored Chips (A Taki Dupe!)
Trader Joe’s Chili & Lime Flavored Chips are crispy, flavorful, and made from stone-ground corn masa cut thicker for extra crunch. Each chip is gluten-free, baked for a perfect crisp, and seasoned with tangy chili-lime and natural color from vegetable juice, paprika, and turmeric. These chips create a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own, dipped in guacamole, or served for flavorful entertaining!
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Butter Toffee Pretzels
Sweet, salty, and satisfyingly crunchy, these Trader Joe’s Butter Toffee Pretzels hit all the right notes. Sugary, buttery toffee coats perfectly snackable pretzels, creating a treat that’s irresistible straight from the bag. Crunchy, rich, and perfectly balanced, they’re ideal for a quick snack, sharing at a gathering, or just keeping on hand for whenever a salty-sweet craving strikes.
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Bruschetta Sauce
Fresh, vibrant, and versatile, this Bruschetta Sauce from Trader Joe’s delivers that just-picked-from-the-garden flavor. Made with chopped tomatoes, olive oil, basil, garlic, and spices, all uncooked so the flavors can marinate together, it’s perfect on toasted baguette slices, tossed with hot or cold pasta, or spooned over grilled chicken or fish. Simple, flavorful, and always satisfying.
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Tiniest Chocolate Chip Cookies
Small but mighty, these Tiniest Chocolate Chip Cookies from Trader Joe’s pack plenty of buttery flavor and tiny chocolate chips into each bite-sized treat. Made with high-quality ingredients and just the right balance of sweetness, each cookie delivers a perfectly crisp edge with a soft, chewy center. Perfect for snacking by the handful, topping ice cream or cupcakes, or enjoying with milk!
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As you can see, Trader Joe’s truly does have something to satisfy every craving, from pantry staples and versatile sauces to snacks and sweet treats. For even more inspiration, explore Our Winter Trader Joe’s Must-Haves and discover the season’s top picks and hidden gems. Your next grocery trip might just reveal a new favorite.
