5 Best Things To Buy at Trader Joe’s for Less Than $15
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Catherine Collins
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Jenna Klaverweiden
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It’s no secret that Americans love Trader Joe’s. Not only is Trader Joe’s a beloved grocery store, but it has also become a truly recognizable and iconic brand.
It’s challenging to narrow down the best things to buy at Trader Joe’s, as there are many long-standing customer favorites, all at affordable prices for many budgets. However, here are five items to consider buying, ranging from sweet treats to full family dinners.
Also see six Trader Joe’s items under $5 that people keep buying.
Butter Caramel Hard Candies
- Price: $2.79
Trader Joe’s sells butter caramel hard candies. These candies are reminiscent of old-fashioned treats that a grandmother would have in her candy jar. They are made in small batches, individually wrapped, and are only $2.79.
Butter Chicken With Basmati Rice
- Price: $4.49
Trader Joe’s has an excellent butter chicken meal for only $4.49. This is the perfect, delicious, protein-rich lunch that customers can easily take to work or keep in the freezer at home for a fast dinner on busy nights.
Jasper Hill Vault No. 5 Cave-Aged Cheese
- Price: $11.99
Jasper Hill is a Trader Joe’s supplier based in Vermont. The company created the cave-aged cheese, which is aged for at least one year. This is a limited-time offer from Trader Joe’s. So for those planning a charcuterie board in the near future, consider trying it. It costs $11.99 for 1 pound.
Chocolate Pudding
- Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s sells its own chocolate pudding cup. For $2.99, customers can purchase it in a pack of four and reminisce on the pudding cups of their childhood.
Mandarin Orange Chicken
- Price: $5.49
When people think of a dinner to buy at Trader Joe’s, it’s probably going to be mandarin orange chicken. This is one of Trader Joe’s longest-running customer favorites. For only $5.49, customers can create a meal with a family of four by just adding rice and veggies. This is a quick and affordable way to make dinner for the family.Â
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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