The 8 Best Fall Finds at Trader Joe’s Right Now

If you have been to Trader Joe’s this week, you definitely have noticed that fall is in full swing in each section of the store. Given all of the new and returning products, it might be overwhelming to figure out what to buy.

Luckily, on this month’s Inside Trader Joe’s podcast episode, hosts Tara Miller and Matt Sloan share the fall goodies that they’re most excited about. We round up 8 that have earned rave reviews—plus some pairing and recipe suggestions for each dish and treat.

Pumpkin Spice Mini Sheet Cake 

The Trader Joe’s crew have this cake on the top of their lists. Shoppers love the variety of their mini sheet cakes, from carrot cake to dark chocolate ganache. Their most recent addition to the lineup is this brand-new Pumpkin Spice Mini Sheet Cake, a flavorful spiced cake layered with cream cheese frosting. It’s a dessert worth bringing out for fall entertaining—but we understand if you want to keep it for yourself.

Pumpkin Spice Flavored Cold Brew Coffee

New this year is a cold beverage you’ll want to keep stocked in your refrigerator all season long. TJ’s Pumpkin Spice Flavored Cold Brew Coffee is perfect for warmer fall mornings. “It’s cold brewed with real spices: cinnamon and ginger and clove and nutmeg and orange peel,” Miller explains. Plus, it has zero sugar, making it a healthier alternative to your typical fast-food pumpkin spice latte.

All Butter Apple Shortbread Cookies 

These All Butter Apple Shortbread Cookies are a sweet addition to your shopping cart. Each cookie only has 2 grams of added sugar, Miller describes them as “super cute and really yummy.” Sloan suggests pairing them with your afternoon tea or sharing them with a neighbor—we also think they’d be great on a charcuterie board.

White Stilton Cheese with Apple & Pear 

Speaking of charcuterie, you need to explore Trader Joe’s cheese section this season. Miller and Sloan fully endorse their new White Stilton Cheese with Apple & Pear, due to its light, fruity, tangy flavor. “These [All Butter Apple Shortbread] cookies with that cheese would be a really nice combo,” Sloan says. The opportunities with this cheese are endless—we’d add it to a veggie sandwich or salad for a protein boost.

Limone Premuto Extra Virgin Olive Oil 

Take your favorite pantry staple up a notch next time you restock. This Limone Premuto Extra Virgin Olive Oil upgrades your standard EVOO with lemon juice. 

“What’s really, really unique about this product is while they’re grinding up the olives and washing them, they physically put whole lemons in with them, minus the leaves and the stems,” crew member Hasmik shares on the podcast. “So what you get is this really clean flavored olive and lemon.”

With an added zest, drizzle it over roasted fall vegetables or pair it with fresh bread as an irresistible dipping oil.

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese 

A fan favorite, the Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is back. In fact, Trader Joe’s employees ensured that they stocked up on this beloved product to last in stores all season long. We love that butternut squash is the second ingredient in this boxed mac and cheese (the first being the pasta). Plus, it’s packed with protein at 11 grams per serving, making it a satisfying main or side dish for a meatless Monday. 

Savory Squash Pastry Bites 

Pull out these Savory Squash Pastry Bites for an easy appetizer. Full of seasonal produce and warm spices, these bites go straight from your freezer to the oven for a quick starter the whole family will love. 

“If you like those Caramelized Onion and Feta Bites, these are very similar,” Sloan shares. “A little new angle on what has been a classic customer favorite.” We think they will pair well with our Honey-Garlic Chicken Casserole for a comforting dinner.

Caesar Broccoli Bake Kit 

No prep is needed for this Caesar Broccoli Bake Kit. Pull out the packed ingredients and follow the instructions for an easy, cheesy side dish that will even impress the broccoli critics. Described as “wonderfully savory” on the podcast, make it alongside our highly-rated Lemon and Parmesan Fish for the ultimate high-protein bite.