15 Must-Try Aldi Desserts to Kill Your Cravings But Not Your Budget

Satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking the bank. These deals on decadent desserts will stretch your Aldi budget further.

Aldi is known for combining quality and cost. Whether you’re planning a party or craving a treat, the affordable retailer has unbeatable deals on baked goods, pantry picks, frozen sweets, and more.

Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

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1. Sundae Shoppe Strawberries and Cream Rose Ice Cream Cones

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Price: $3.99

This fan favorite recently returned to Aldi’s freezer section. Redditor Rowan6547 raved, “I went in to buy a couple of things and saw those were back and just about lost my mind. I restrained myself and only bought two boxes.”

For less than $4, this bargain buy won’t disappoint. Between the strawberries and cream flavor, cocoa cone, and rose shape, everything about the Sundae Shoppe dessert is sweet.

2. S’mores Brownies

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Price: $4.49

No time for a fire pit s’mores session? Summertime is almost over — but that doesn’t mean you have to skip the seasonal sweet.

Instead of the real deal, try this s’mores-inspired brownie. It has all the chocolate, graham, and marshmallow goodness you crave.

3. Sundae Shoppe Butter Pecan Ice Cream

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Price: $2.75

Scoop this buttery pecan ice cream onto an apple pie, use it to make a sundae, or pack it between graham crackers and build a cookie sandwich.

The 48-ounce Sundae Shoppe deal is a steal for $2.75. Target sells Haagen-Dazs’ smaller-sized 14-ounce container of Butter Pecan for $4.29.

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4. Sundae Shoppe Vanilla Mini Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

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Price: $3.99

Score this classic Sundae Shoppe dessert for $3.99. You’ll get 12 of the tiny treats in each bargain-priced pack.

Compare the cost of Aldi’s store brand to $5.89 for the same size box of Mad Minis Vanilla Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches at Target.

5. Sundae Shoppe Mochi

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Price: $4.45

Mochi is a popular pick that you’ll find just about everywhere. Even though you can buy the rice dough-covered ice cream balls in other stores, the prices may not compare.

Aldi’s cookies and cream, strawberry, and mango-flavored six-packs sell for $4.45. Trader Joe’s and My Mochi brand mochi both cost $4.99.

6. Sundae Shoppe Dark Chocolate Coated Bananas

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Price: $4.29

Sundae Shoppe makes dessert healthy — at least partially. This frozen treat features real bananas covered in rich dark chocolate. Each box of four gluten-free fruit pops costs under $4.50.

7. Southern Grove S’mores Trail Mix

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Price: $4.39

Snack on this sweet mix of marshmallow bits, chocolate chunks, peanuts, marshmallow truffles, and graham cookies.

Pack a bag of the s’mores-flavored treat in your tote, take it on a road trip, or sprinkle the decedent bites over a bowl of vanilla ice cream.

8. Benton’s Pecan Shortbread Cookies

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Price: $2.29

Fans of Keebler Pecan Sandies will enjoy this lower-priced dupe.

Instead of paying over $3 for the name-brand cookie at Walmart, you can save on Aldi’s $2.29 copycat. Both 11.3-ounce packs have the same sweet and salty taste.

9. Choceur Dark Chocolate Blueberry Acai

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Price: $3.99

Superberries plus chocolate? This blueberry and acai-flavored treat is perfect for snacking. Eat the dark chocolate-coated bites straight from the bag, mix them into an ice cream sundae, or use them to top a party cake.

You’ll save money on this seven-ounce Aldi-brand bag. Brookside’s superfruit and chocolate candy costs $4.69 at Target.

10. Choceur Peanuts and Cornflakes Milk Chocolate Bar

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Price: $2.69

A crisp, crunchy, nutty taste makes this cornflake-filled chocolate bar a winner. The out-of-the-ordinary flavor is a standout in the candy aisle.

For the low price of $2.69, you’ll get more than seven ounces of sweetness. Trader Joe’s smaller 6.3-ounce peanutless cornflake chocolate bar sells for $0.30 more.

11. Specially Selected Double Chocolate Brownie Mix

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Price: $2.19

Bake brownies from scratch — or almost from scratch. This Specially Selected boxed mix features decadent ingredients, like rich chocolate chips.

Serve the baked brownies warm, add a scoop of ice cream, or drizzle caramel sauce on top. At $2.19 for 18 ounces, this Aldi buy is a bargain. Betty Crocker’s slightly smaller 16.3-ounce box of fudge brownie mix costs $2.59.

12. Baker’s Treat Apple Pie

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Price: $0.85

Not in the mood for an entire pie? If you don’t have a reason to share this classic dessert, try Baker’s Treat individual serving size.

For less than one dollar, this Aldi find is a more affordable version of the Hostess Apple Fruit Pie. You’ll pay $1.68 for the brand-name dessert at Walmart.

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13. Specially Selected Sea Salt Caramel and Chocolate Chunk Cookie Dough

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Price: $3.49

Whip up a warm, gooey batch of caramel cookies this fall. The one-pound pack of dough cooks in 12 to 14 minutes, making it easy for anyone who doesn’t have the time to bake from scratch.

14. Simply Nature Coconut Cashew Chocolate Crisps

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Price: $2.49

Gluten-free goodies have never tasted so good. These paleo-friendly crisps feature a rich chocolate flavor and a hint of sweet coconut.

Eat a stack of the snacks as-is, crumble them over ice cream, or slather them with creamy peanut butter.

15. Bake Shop Lemon Sandwich Cookies

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Price: $4.79

These lemon cookies have a refreshing citrus taste you’ll savor at every bite.

The tangy lemon-flavored filling and the soft sugar cookies give this Bake Shop pick a summertime vibe, making them perfect for an end-of-season backyard barbecue. And at $4.79 per dozen, you can keep your budget on track.

Bottom line

Score more for less at Aldi right now. From s’mores brownies to rose-shaped ice cream cones, the popular retailer’s hottest buys are must-have bargains for anyone who enjoys sweets.

These affordable indulgences aren’t the only reason to shop at Aldi. You can save on everyday essentials , prepared food, frozen meals, pet products, and home goods.

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