10 Grocery Items You Shouldn’t Buy Until You Check Dollar Tree First

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If you’re not grocery shopping at Dollar Tree, you’re probably overspending. The budget-friendly store has a robust food selection, filled with both name-brand and private-label items.

While the retailer might not offer cheaper prices on every grocery item, determining which products cost less can pay off. Keep reading to discover 10 items that cost less at Dollar Tree than other retailers.

Kellogg’s Eggo Cinnamon French Toaster Sticks

• Price: $3

There’s no need to pay more for the exact same item. Target sells Eggo Frozen French Toaster Sticks for $3.19, but they’re only $3 at Dollar Tree.

Kingsford Garlic and Herbs All-Purpose Seasoning

• Price: $1.25

Get a 2.5-ounce jar of Kingsford Garlic and Herbs All-Purpose Seasoning for $1.25 at Dollar Tree — i.e., 50 cents per ounce. This same item is sold in a 5.5 ounce jar at Publix for $3.87 – i.e., 70 cents per ounce.

Global Brands Little Bear Blend Honey Syrup

• Price: $1.25

A household essential, a 12-ounce Stop & Shop U.S. Grade A Honey Bear costs $3.99 — i.e., 33 cents per ounce. Notably cheaper, Dollar Tree sells an 8-ounce bottle of Global Brands Little Bear Blend Honey Syrup for $1.25 — i.e., 16 cents per ounce.

Kraft Classic Ranch Salad Dressing

• Price: $1.25

An 8-ounce bottle of Kraft Classic Ranch Salad Dressing costs $1.25 at Dollar Tree. Double the size and more than double the price, a 16-ounce bottle of this same exact salad dressing is $3.19 at Target.

Miracle Whip

• Price: $1.25

You can buy a 15-ounce jar of Miracle Whip at Walmart for $4.72. If you want to save money though, you’ll head to Dollar Tree, where you can get an 8-ounce jar or Miracle Whip for only $1.25.

Lucky Charms Single Serving

• Price: $1.25

This 1.7-ounce General Mills Lucky Charms Cereal Cup is designed to satisfy a one-time craving. Dollar Tree sells it for $1.25, while the same exact item costs $1 (originally $1.29) at Giant — every penny counts in today’s economy, so where you shop matters.

Domino Light Brown Sugar

• Price: $1.25

A baking must, a 16-ounce box of Domino Light Brown Sugar costs $1.25 at Dollar Tree. You can buy this same product at Target, but it’ll cost you $3.69 for a 2-pound package.

Ortega Yellow Corn Taco Shells

• Price: $1.25

You could pick up a 12-count box of Ortega Yellow Corn Taco Shells at Target for $2.79. However, Dollar Tree sells an eight-count box of this same product for $1.25, making Taco Tuesday even cheaper.

Bibigo Frozen Chicken and Vegetable Steamed Dumplings

• Price: $3

A delicious appetizer or side dish, get a 6.6-ounce box of Bibigo Steamed Chicken and Vegetable Dumplings for $3 at Dollar Tree. This same exact item is sold at Walmart, but it’ll cost you $3.52.

Campbell’s Turkey Gravy

• Price: $1.25

A 10.5-ounce can of Campbell’s Turkey Gravy costs $1.79 (originally $1.99) at Smart & Final. Get more for less at Dollar Tree, where you can get an 11.8-ounce can of this same product for just $1.25.

Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.

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