I’m not a huge pie fan, but I am a sucker for bite-sized desserts. Fun and I can have more than one. These mini pies are adorable (cute enough for a tea party or special occasion) and quite tasty. The filling is more like a jam than a typical pie filling, which is a plus […]
Trader Joe’s Ginger Molasses Cookie Dough
These cookies are amazing! They taste great, cook up perfectly every time and fill my home with a great fall smell. Plus, they look nice enough to serve at a holiday party, give as gifts, or make for a bake sale. Enjoy now – this is a seasonal item that’s usually gone soon after Christmas. […]
Trader Joe’s Soft-Baked Snickerdoodles (vegan)
Homemade snickerdoodle cookies are a favorite in our house so I gave these a try. These cookies have a very strong cinnamon flavor which is OK for me, but might not go over with kids. Also, the texture is a bit gritty – probably due to the non-wheat flours. These are soft-baked cookies so soft […]
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
This chilled chocolate chip cookie dough makes tasty cookies. Super fast and easy since the dough is already scored into cookie size pieces. Unfortunately, the baked cookies turn out oddly dark brown and flat so not something you can take to a bake sale. I had hoped varying the baking time and temp might help, but no luck so […]
Mint Ice Cream Mouthfuls
A treat for those who love mint. Ideally I’d like to taste vanilla, chocolate and mint, but the mint dominates the other flavors. The ice cream is nice and creamy and the Oreo-like cookie retains a good texture. Like many Trader Joe’s mini-desserts, it’s difficult to eat just one. Location: Frozen food section Quantity: 15 […]
Trader Joe’s Fudge Sauce
TJ’s Crew Members frequently rave about the caramel sauce, but I think the fudge sauce is better. It’s not overly sweet and stays nice and creamy even in the fridge. Makes a great topping for vanilla ice cream with some added nuts or granola for crunch. Location: Grocery shelves typically above the ice cream. Quantity: […]
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Croissants
Trader Joe’s carries chocolate, almond and sometimes pumpkin croissants. The chocolate is my favorite. I don’t typically like products that require a lot of lead time. I have only soaked beans overnight once in my life! These croissants require overnight rising but this works out OK. I generally see them in the freezer when I’m […]
Trader Joe’s Mini Ice Cream Cones
Great taste and texture for this bite size treat! The ice cream, cone and chocolate coating all have distinct flavors that don’t get lost in one gooey mess like some frozen treats. Plus, these mini cones are really cute and fun to eat. They’d make a great dessert for a casual party. Like all frozen […]