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    The 15 Best Things to Buy at Trader Joe's This September

    By Jessica Wrubel,

    2024-08-28

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    September might seem like it should be fall , but it's technically summer until September 22 this year. But whether you're ready for sweater weather or are soaking up the last sweet days of summer, Trader Joe's has you covered. Their fresh batch of new and returning favorites—fun snacks , easy dinners , speedy breakfasts and more—will help you ease out of summer and into fall. Read on for the 15 Trader Joe's groceries that are at the top of our September shopping list.

    Related: 27 ‘Holy Grail’ Trader Joe’s Groceries, According to Fans

    The 15 Best September Trader Joe's Finds

    1. Pumpkin Spice Coffee

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    It's time! It may still be sweltering across much of the country but pumpkin spice fever has begun! This new ground coffee has dried orange peel, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and vanilla. Find it for $8.99 in the coffee aisle.

    2. Milk Chocolate Bar with Cornflakes

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    This Belgian chocolate bar has bits of crushed cornflakes in it and is back for the season and fans are pumped. "FINALLY!" says one commenter. "CONFESSION: my favorite chocolate at TJs," adds another. Find it in the candy section for $2.99.

    Related: 20 Trader Joe’s-Brand Products That Are Better Than ‘The Real Thing’

    3. Apple Cider Donuts

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    Does anything say fall quite like apple cider donuts? We think not. These beauties are going fast at TJ's, too. "I cannot wait to air fry so many of these. Then dunk them in coffee," says one Redditor. Find them in the bakery section for $4.49 for six donuts.

    Related: Trader Joe’s Just Brought Back a Fan-Favorite Fall Dessert, and Shoppers are Running to Get Their Hands On It

    4. Coffee Mochi

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    Online fans are split on these new mochi spotted in the frozen case. "What a world we live in lol!! mochi, coffee, ice cream, gluten-free, kosher," says one. And chances are, if you're a mochi and coffee fan, you're going to love these frozen little bites. They're $4.99 and only around for a limited time.

    5. Mocha Latte Pretzels

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    "I can't stop eating the mocha latte pretzels," says one Redditor—and so many others agree. These *highly* poppable pretzels have a candy coating and are drizzled with dark chocolate. Some say the coffee flavor is a bit strong, but that won't bother most coffee-lovers. Find them for $2.99 per bag.

    6. Chile Crackers

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    These new crackers are perfect for your fall charcuterie boards . With a hint of chile, they're crisp and just a tad spicy. "These crackers aren’t 'hot' but they have a kick to them. You do taste the spice on the back end," says one fan online. "I’d describe them as a mild to lower moderate spicy cracker." Find them for $2.99 per box.

    7. Everything But the Kitchen Sink Cookie Mix

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    One stick of butter and an egg is all you need to make these cookies. And they aren't kidding about the "everything but the kitchen sink." The mix includes chocolate chunks, sea salt, caramel bits, oats, walnuts, coconut and pretzels (phew!). "It's so good! I made it into cookie bars & put ice cream on top—delicious! 😋" says one commenter. Find them in the baking aisle for $4.49.

    8. Point Reyes TomaRashi

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    If you want a cheddar-like cheese with a bit of zip, check out the new Point Reyes TomaRashi, which has seaweed, dried chilis, orange peel, ginger and nigella seeds. Tip: Serve it with TJ's new chile crackers. "My husband and I polished off the entire block of cheese within half an hour. It's so good!" says one Redditor. Find it in the cheese case for a limited time for $5.99.

    9. Brioche Style Liege Waffles

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    This may be one of the most popular fall items TJ's has introduced this year, with packages flying off the shelves. And we can see why. The delicate brioche-style waffles with crunchy pearl sugar are simply irresistible. "Perfect! air fry and add strawberry & whipped cream. Cookie butter too. 67 cents per waffle is a great deal. Cheaper than buying at a cafe," says one Instagram fan. "10/10 delicious," and "These are amazing!" say others. Give them a try for $3.99 per package.

    10. Ranch Seasoned Cashews

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    For those last-minute snack attacks, it's good to have some nuts around, and these ranch-seasoned cashews are a great option. The ranchy flavor comes from a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, powdered sour cream and buttermilk. "They are SO SO GOOD!!!" says one Redditor. Find them for $3.99 per bag in the nuts aisle.

    Related: We Ranked 15 Top Ranch Dressing Brands

    11. Milk Chocolate Covered Gummy Bears

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    Reviews of this new Swedish-made candy are mostly positive and people are scrambling to grab a bag for late-night snacking. "Snagged them immediately bcs they’re such a great price! The chocolate is very very thin though & kind of has that “chocolate flavored coating” taste at first but it’s still a fraction of what a 1/2 a pound would cost at a candy store :)" says one Redditor. Find them in the candy aisle for $3.99.

    12. Unexpected Cheddar Cheese & Turkey Sausage Egg White Bites

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    This new heat-and-eat breakfast features one of TJ's most popular cheeses: Unexpected Cheddar . "I’m a big fan of the cheddar cheese and bacon egg cups, so when I saw these, I was so excited! Unexpected Cheddar!!!! They are super yummy, and a welcome addition to my regular breakfast rotation," says one fan. Find them for $3.49 in the refrigerated prepared foods section.

    13. Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

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    One Instagrammer says these are "better than Tate's!," which is a testament to just how good these GF cookies are. Made with brown rice flour and potato starch, they're crisp, buttery, and downright delicious. "Omg😍I bought them yesterday 😍" says another fan. Find them in with the cookies for $4.99 per box.

    14. Turkey Chili with Beans

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    Some were wondering where this can has been for the last two years but TJ's made a recipe change and now the hearty stew is back on shelves. This combo of ground turkey breast, diced green chiles, tomatoes, red beans, jalapeños and onions makes the perfect heat-and-eat lunch or dinner. The reviews online are mixed. Some are saying they love the new recipe and have been making nachos and chili cheese fries, but others are less than impressed. "Had it over a baked potato. Would say it's just fine. Very mild. Spiced it up a bit with a few dashes of TJ's taco seasoning. No complaints. Great for a quick lazy meal." Find it with the other canned goods for $2.69.

    15. Maple Pancake Snaps

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    "Maple sighting! Pancake Snaps spotted back at Trader Joe’s! 🤯" says one Instagrammer who is rightfully excited about these pancake-flavored butter cookies that have hints of molasses, syrup and cinnamon. "Oh gosh, I can't believe they're back!! Thought they were gone forever...they are the BEST !!" says one Redditor. Find them with the cookies for $3.99.

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    Whit183w
    11d ago
    In our opinion the Green Chili Mac & cheese is to die for!!
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