It’s Officially Summer At Trader Joe’s — Here Are 25 New Products To Try

ICYMI, Korea’s answer to Japanese gyoza and Chinese jiaozi is mandu, a stuffed dumpling that’s been around since the 1500s. They can contain everything from pork to fish, but these are teeming with kimchi and glass noodles. Their flat shape makes them great for pan-frying.

I tasted this verdant number when it launched last summer as part of the Italian Pistachio & Fior di Latte Gelato-Style treat, so I can attest to its deliciousness. Its nutty, earthy, ever-so-slightly salty flavor will win you over at first lick. (Seriously, it took me back to prowling for a nightly cone in Tuscany!)

These rice cake candies are as adorable as they are tasty. Springy and chewy, thanks to a tapioca base, the gummies have an impeccably balanced, sweet-tart flavor (and they’re made with real strawberry purée, to boot).

Tell peanut butter to sit this one out. Instead, a tropical fruit filling holds its own against rich dark chocolate. These dangerously poppable cups will only be around for the summer, so snag a bag while they last. 

We’re in the midst of pasta salad season. One way to wow everyone at your next cookout? Swap elbow macaroni for something more visually unexpected. The corkscrew shape and ridged exterior of cavatappi allow the pasta to hold dressing or sauce like a charm. 

Don’t let its buttery consistency and flavor fool you: This sauce is totally dairy-free, but still delivers the iconic taste you crave. Chalk it up to essentials like cayenne pepper, white vinegar, and garlic powder. Might I suggest drizzling it on eggs, fries, pizza, or chicken?

Already a fan of Trader Joe’s White Queso? Think of this as a smoky sequel, spiked with jalapeños, chipotle pepper purée, and a flurry of spices. Place it on the communal picnic blanket and watch it vanish in a matter of seconds. 

Whether you’re looking to zhuzh up burgers, meatloaf, mac 'n' cheese, or salad, this porky pantry staple fits the bill. It imparts just enough fatty, smoky splendor without overpowering the main event. Bonus points for sprinkling them on vanilla ice cream. 

This dinner shortcut is a total game-changer for busy weeknights, not to mention hot summer days when you can’t fathom turning on the oven. It’s already seasoned (garlic, onion, chicken broth), but simply enough that the meat can be repurposed for just about anything. 

Confession: I've never met a chocolate chip I didn’t like. If you're the same, these cookies will be right up your alley, since they’re dappled with white, semisweet, *and* dark morsels of melty chocolate. Better yet, there’s extra butter in the recipe for a caramel-like flavor.

The tastiest summer charcuterie board you’ll ever make awaits, and it stars this Spanish sheep milk cheese infused with sweet, tangy tomato jam. The cheese is umami-rich, nutty, and chewy, but still approachable enough that fromage newbies will want a second bite. 

Speaking of charcuterie, no one will expect to see this carnival staple in a dessert spread or grazing board. It’s dyed with vegetable juice, turmeric, and annatto for a natural blush color, and it gets its mouth-puckering notes from citric acid. 

PSA: You want this Belgium import at your s’mores bar. The milk chocolate is decadent and luscious, a creamy foil for the salty whole almonds (which account for 15% of each bar) and crispy honey bits. Graham crackers and marshmallows will merely gild the lily. 

Two summer stunners, one delectable dessert. No matter what you make with the mix, which is complete with sweet dried strawberries, salty corn flakes, and red sanding sugar for garnishing, it’ll be the most photogenic baked good of the season. Just add eggs, milk, and oil.

Not making an escape to Florida anytime soon? No worries — you can get a taste of the Sunshine State with these delectable bites of flaky graham cracker enrobed in key lime-flavored yogurt candy coating. Crumble them atop a sundae, have them with tea, or devour them solo. 

When your heart cries out for pancakes on a busy morning, Trader Joe’s has you covered. Instead of making a batter and greasing a griddle to cook them from scratch, you can simply toast these super-fluffy flapjacks for easy snacking. They pair just as well with eggs and bacon as they do with syrup and fruit.

According to TJ’s, this summery trifecta has been a thing in Hawaii since the 1970s. Now, the grocer has made it more accessible nationwide, sourcing the velvety, citrusy sipper from a Vietnamese supplier. Mocktail, anyone?

A number of bougie olive oil brands have released a squeeze bottle format in recent years. Trader Joe's is throwing its EVOO in the ring at a more reasonable price point. It’s a Mediterranean variety with a grassy, peppery flavor that can be used for cooking and raw applications alike. 

Sunday brunch just got a whole lot easier, thanks to this time-saving mélange of sweet potatoes, Yukon potatoes, red and green bell peppers, and yellow and red onions. All that’s missing is oil and a hot pan (eggs and cheese would be nice, too). 

No one does heat-and-eat like Trader Joe’s, and these croissant-wrapped pockets are proof. They’re stuffed with savory ham and mild Swiss, making them a filling, indulgent breakfast or a stellar match for salad. Wash them down with French-style sparkling lemonade, if you’re feeling chic. 

For the creamiest dairy-free latte of your life without a boatload of added sugar, turn to this a.m. hero. Of course, you can add a splash to coffee or tea. But you can also use it as the base for smoothies, oatmeal, or cereal, not to mention as a substitute for milk in baking recipes. 

This Southeast Asian snack is beloved by many for its light-as-air crispness and aromatic, slightly fishy flavor. Dried herbs and chives up the allium-kissed ante of each chip, which tastes good on its own or dunked in ceviche, guacamole, or yogurt dip.

FYI, this thick, luscious hummus is so delicious, you’ll actually start packing lunch again instead of ordering a $20 salad. Paired with greens or a sandwich, the tahini-forward hummus is garlicky, versatile, and surprisingly filling with four grams of protein and two grams of fiber per tub. 

Forget that wilted spinach in your crisper drawer (may it rest in peace). This frozen mix boasts peas, kohlrabi, green beans, yellow beans, sugar snap peas, and yellow carrots, all seasoned with salt, alliums, aromatics, and a touch of lemon peel. 

Not tonight, pita and naan. This Norwegian equivalent is taking center stage with a recipe that’s nearly 80% potato flakes. The unique dough makes for thin, sturdy bread that’s still pliable enough to fold and soft enough to tear apart and enjoy. It’ll only be here through July — you’ve been warned.