6 Best Snacks at Trader Joe’s, According to Customers

There’s no denying it, Trader Joe’s is the undisputed king of snacks—the inventive flavors, impressive quality and solid prices are simply too hard to beat. And with constant new product rollouts, the best way to discover the newest snacks is to head to your local store at least once per week. 

The next best way is to listen to the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast. In the latest episode, the hosts headed over to Chicago to link up with store captain Ken and ask local shoppers what’s in their cart. Juicy produce like mangoes, plums and berries were popular picks, plus go-to freezer dinners like chicken soup dumplings. But our interest was piqued when the shoppers revealed six seriously delicious snacks that we wanted to add to our carts immediately—and we have a feeling they’ll win you over too.

Teeny Tiny Avocados

You might not think of avocado as a snack food, but one customer pointed out that the Teeny Tiny Avocados are actually the perfect portion and great for spreading on a slice of toasted sourdough bread. The single-serve Hass avocados have an irresistibly creamy texture, and the price tag for a bag of six is equally appealing—you can grab one for $4.99. Pair it with your favorite toast or incorporate one into a quick and easy salad.

Brie Bites

It’s also safe to say that Trader Joe’s is the king of cheese—at least when it comes to grocery stores. And there’s no shortage of domestic and international cheeses to choose from, but when it comes to taste and convenience, their Brie Bites are the way to go. They offer all the mild, buttery goodness that you love about traditional Brie wedges, just in individually packaged servings that are extra convenient. And since they have thin rinds, even those that aren’t a fan of the edible mold layer can dig right in.

Bamba Peanut Butter Puffs

This air-baked snack is one 3-year-old customer’s favorite for beach days, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re made from four simple ingredients, including puffed corn grits and peanut butter, and have an amazingly light, crunchy texture. As for the tiny customer’s parent, they keep the hazelnut crème-filled version all to themselves. Since each bag is just 3 ounces, they also make a good to-go option for road trips or parkside snacking.

Crunchy Chili Onion Hummus

If you’re a fan of the popular Crunchy Chili Onion topping, you won’t want to miss out on the Crunchy Chili Onion Hummus that takes the otherwise plain chickpea puree to the next level by adding a pop of garlic, onion and red chili to every bite. It’s a little bit spicy, a lot crunchy and totally tasty. Scoop it up with TJ’s pita bread, a vegetable tray or one of TJ’s many cracker offerings.

Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips

According to Captain Ken, if it weren’t for the “2-pound rounds” (the previous name of Trader Joe’s organic yellow corn tortilla chip rounds) that hooked him at a party years back, he quite literally might not have the career he loves so much today. And he says that the rolled version with big chili-lime flavors has become another favorite, and one that the neighborhood also loves. Grab a bag for weekday snacking or pick up a few for your next gathering. They’re sure to be a hit.

Caramelized Onion Cheddar Cheese

One crew member who loves the classically British Cheddar cheese that’s blended with caramelized onion marmalade calls it “phenomenal” and “very delicious,” adding that it’s wonderful on its own or grated over soups and stews. You can also enjoy it layered in sandwiches, melted on burgers and, of course, paired with Trader Joe’s entertaining-style cracker assortment.