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Trader Joe’s is extremely popular for some very good reasons. Besides carrying affordably-priced products, the grocery store chain is famous for covering all bases. Whether you need to pick up appetizers for a party you’re throwing, ingredients to bake a cake from scratch, or prepared meals to make your life easier, you better believe Trader Joe’s has it all.
The look: Shockingly orange. I was expecting more of a subdued, toned-down, slightly pale orange tinge, but instead, its color was bright. The container was slim and sturdy and easily fit in my fridge. It also had a twist cap, which made storage easier. I religiously buy the fig and olive chips, so I was excited to see that Trader Joe's also has this fall-inspired option made with pumpkin, cranberry, and a combination of Thanksgiving-adjacent herbs and spices, including thyme, nutmeg, and rosemary. I paid $3.99 for these crackers that tasted better when topped with cheese.
The taste: Pretty good. This dessert packed a punch and was filled with a strong pumpkin spice flavor. The white chocolate chips created sweet vanilla-esque notes, while the chopped pecans cut through the sweetness and offered a savory, nutty edge. These brownies had a cake-like texture, unlike the fudgy, dense texture regular chocolate brownies often have. Overall, they were tasty but didn't satisfy that brownie itch.
The look: These overnight oats were packaged in a 5.5-ounce bright orange plastic container with a festive design. The actual overnight oats were very dark in color—they looked like peanut butter at first, but then I read the ingredients label and saw that TJ’s used almond butter in this, which made sense as to why they were also medium-brown. The consistency was thick and pumpkin pie filling-like, dotted with visible soft oats.
The taste: Alright, but I couldn’t taste any of the seasonal produce—I dug with my tortilla chip, looking to get an apple chunk on it, but when I did, it didn’t have the sweet flavor I was expecting. This salsa tasted similar to other run-of-the-mill salsas I’ve had that weren’t packed with ingredients like butternut squash and pumpkin, so I was confused.
The look: These were a good size and didn’t feel too thin or small in my hand. They toasted evenly and exhibited a light orangey-tan hue after popping out of the toaster. They didn’t look crumbly, dry, or fall apart, which was also a plus. Pop these Mini Spicy Pumpkin Samosas in the oven or air fryer when you want a deliciously crispy snack or meal in a matter of minutes. Small and tasty, this $4.29 pack of samosas combines flaky pastry dough with paneer, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and chunks of pumpkin. My only complaint is that Trader Joe’s doesn’t carry these in a full-sized option.
The taste: Fantastic. The breadcrumb coating was crunchy and flavorful, with a dash of heat. The macaroni was well-cooked and not mushy, and the cheesy butternut squash filling wasn’t too overpowering—it offered a layer of earthiness without tasting too salty. These are wonderful, eaten alone or—I imagine—paired with a dipping sauce. Pop a toothpick into each one, and you have a quick and easy appetizer for your next holiday party.
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