These Are The 26 New Must-Try Trader Joe's Products That Just Launched For Summer, According To A TJ's Aficionado
There are plenty of reasons to get excited for summer: It's the season for long, sun-filled days, beach getaways, and cookouts galore. It's also, IMHO, the most glorious season at Trader Joe's. And this year is no exception. TJ's pulled out all the stops for summertime with so many new and promising products. Here are the breakout goods I've already spotted on shelves.
1.Mini Chocolate Chip Croissant Swirls
Word on the street is these mini croissants are flying off shelves, so head to your local frozen aisle fast.
2.Everything but the Bagel Cheddar Cheese
Consider this a blessing for your next grilled cheese, cheeseburger, or patty melt.
3.Mini Shrimp Bao
My mouth is watering at the thought of this frozen bao — eight little pockets of savory fried shrimp patties nestled between chewy buns.
4.Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Thigh Skewers
Grilling season is upon us, and these heat-and-serve chimichurri chicken thighs are a low-maintenance addition to your next barbecue.
5.Organic Chocolate Chip Baked Whole Grain Bar
I pretty much always have a breakfast bar stashed in my tote bag for dire moments, and I will certainly be giving this whole grain medley a try.
6.Crispy Battered Calamari
Grab jars of marinara and tartar sauce and let your summer appetizing commence.
7.Blueberry Elderflower Beverage
Trader Joe says to try it with gin, and who am I to disobey?
8.Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie Beverage
Packed with 23 grams of protein, a few slurps of this oat milk-based morning drink is an easy way to fill yourself up on the go.
9.Japanese Soufflé Cheesecakes
Made with sweetened condensed milk and cream cheese, this Japanese-style dessert is light and airy yet wildly creamy.
10.Grilled Sardines in Olive Oil
Tinned fish is still trending, and Trader Joe's is hopping on the bandwagon.
11.Danish Princess Pastry
Could this be the Kringle 2.0?
12.Sri Lankan Organic Mango Chutney
Try this spread on naan, samosas, or even on your next charcuterie plate.
13.Brookie Caramel Candie Clusters
Be warned: You will not re-seal the bag before this all disappears into the abyss of your stomach.
14.Rolled Oats and Chocolate Chip Fiberful Granola Bars
With nine grams of fiber per serving, these rolled oat bars will keep you satiated.
15.Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Marinated with oregano and garlic, these juicy roasted tomatoes are the ideal addition to pasta salads, sandwiches, and so much more.
16.Seafood Boil
Would you believe this single box contains corn on the cob, shrimp, clams, potatoes, amdouille sausage, and tilapia, all in a spicy butter sauce? You'll just have to try it to believe it.
17.Chickpea Fusili Pasta
Another gluten-free, lower-carb pasta alternative just hit shelves, and I'm excited to see how this compares to Banza.
18.Strawberries & Crème Pancake & Waffle Mix
Top your stack with a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh berries for good measure.
19.Caramelized Onion & Bell Pepper Turkey Patties
Just throw 'em on the grill, grab a pack of buns, and chow down.
20.Lemon Herb Macaroni Salad
Now all you need is a picnic blanket.
21.Fudgy Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Three words: Edible cookie dough.
22.Piquant Popcorn
This popcorn is just screaming umami.
23.Savory Squares
These vegan but surprisingly "cheddary" crackers are begging to be served on your next cheese plate.
24.Jumeokbap
Grab some kimchi and pair it with these plant-based beef bulgogi rice balls, a snackable Korean street food made easy.
25.Super Strawberry Sorbet
It's ice cream season, folks, and there's no better way to beat the heat than with a bowl of refreshing sorbet.
26.Shrimp Scampi
Grab a box or two of these buttery garlic shrimp, and you've got dinner on the fly. Toss it over your favorite pasta, orzo, or rice.
Have you tried any of these new Trader Joe's products? Tell us what you thought!
