I tried 24 of Trader Joe's fall snacks, and I'd buy at least 16 of them again

Paige BennettNov 6, 2024, 04:33 IST

I tried all of the fall snack foods I could find at Trader Joe's to find some of the best picks.Paige Bennett

I tried all of the seasonal fall snacks I could find at Trader Joe's to see which are worth getting.
I loved the Teeny Tiny apple pies, apple shortbread cookies, and pumpkin-spice batons.

Trader Joe's is known for having fun seasonal snack items, and it's especially beloved for its fall offerings.

There are sweet, salty, spicy, and savory items to suit all sorts of taste preferences, from pumpkin-flavored Joe-Joe's to a variety of autumnal chips and salsas.

I tried 24 of the many snacks Trader Joe's has launched for fall to see which are worth buying again and which I think can be skipped.

Editor's Note: Price and availability of seasonal items may vary.

Trader Joe's pumpkin-spiced Teeny Tiny pretzels are adorable.

Trader Joe's has a few varieties of Teeny Tiny pretzels.Paige Bennett

The pretzels were far better than similar products I've tried.

I'd buy Trader Joe's pumpkin-spiced Teeny Tiny pretzels again.Paige Bennett

The maple-flavored fudge smelled delicious.

I could smell maple through the package.Paige Bennett

The fudge tasted fine, but the texture wasn't for me.

The maple-flavored fudge had a crumbly texture.Paige Bennett

The mini maple-flavored marshmallows seemed like they'd be great for fall baking.

Mini marshmallows can be added to cookies or bars.Paige Bennett

They didn't look very good, but they tasted great.

I can't wait to use the mini maple-flavored marshmallows in my fall recipes.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's maple-spiced nut mix features lots of variety.

Trader Joe's maple-spiced nut mix had dried fruit and nuts.Paige Bennett

I was surprised by the lack of flavor in the maple-spiced nut mix.

The maple-spiced nut mix felt savory to me.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's rolled wafers are usually a hit for me, so I was excited to see a pumpkin-spice version.

Trader Joe's rolled wafers come in a cylindrical container.Paige Bennett

The batons were a hit for me.

The wafers were nice and thin.Paige Bennett

I tried the Honeycrisp-apple granola on its own and with yogurt.

Trader Joe's Honeycrisp-apple granola pairs well with yogurt.Paige Bennett

The apple flavor tasted natural, which I loved.

Trader Joe's Honeycrisp-apple granola doesn't have an artificial flavor, in my opinion.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's Honeycrisp-apple cinnamon Greek yogurt had a super thick texture.

The Honeycrisp yogurt had a lot of cinnamon throughout.Paige Bennett

The flavor was OK but I couldn't get past the thickness.

The Greek yogurt needed some granola to balance it out.Paige Bennett

I also picked up a pumpkin Greek nonfat yogurt.

Trader Joe's Greek yogurt comes in one-serving containers.Paige Bennett

The pumpkin yogurt was one of my least favorite items of this taste test.

The Greek yogurt wasn't sweet enough for me.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's apple-and-pumpkin hand pies can be heated in the oven.

Trader Joe's apple-and-pumpkin hand pies come in packs of two.Paige Bennett

The hand pies were better than I expected.

The hand pies seemed to have a pumpkin shape.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's usually does a great job with its seasonal Joe-Joe's.

The pumpkin-flavored Joe-Joe's are a seasonal staple.Paige Bennett

The pumpkin-flavored Joe-Joe's are a classic for good reason.

The Joe-Joe's had plenty of creme.Paige Bennett

The maple-leaf cookies were quite large.

Trader Joe's maple-leaf cookies have a creme filling.Paige Bennett

These cookies would pair perfectly with coffee.

Trader Joe's maple-leaf cookies had a subtle maple flavor.Paige Bennett

I didn't like the texture or flavor of Trader Joe's This Pumpkin Walks Into a Bar cereal bars.

Trader Joe's This Pumpkin Walks Into a Bar cereal bars come in boxes of six.Paige Bennett

I'll try other flavors of these bars next time.

I didn't find much great flavor in the Trader Joe's This Pumpkin Walks Into a Bar bars.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's crispy potato snacks shaped like ghosts and bats were so fun.

Trader Joe's Ghosts & Bats seemed like they could be a hit at a Halloween party.Paige Bennett

I liked the thin, crispy texture, but thought the flavor was bland.

Some of the crisps had tiny ghost faces.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's pepita salsa brought some heat.

Trader Joe's pepita salsa comes in a 12-ounce jar.Paige Bennett

I ended up really loving the pepita salsa.

The pepita salsa seemed to have chunks of tomatoes and peppers.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's Fall Harvest salsa sounded unique.

Trader Joe's Fall Harvest salsa pairs well with crunchy tortilla chips.Paige Bennett

The watery salsa was sweet and delicious.

Trader Joe's Fall Harvest salsa is a bit too watery for my liking.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's leaf-shaped corn tortilla chips looked great in the bag.

Trader Joe's leaf-shaped corn tortilla chips are orange and red.Paige Bennett

The chips' flavor isn't anything special, but they're very fun.

The leaf chips reminded me of standard corn tortilla chips.Paige Bennett

I was skeptical about Trader Joe's pumpkin tortilla chips at first.

I wasn't sure abut Trader Joe's pumpkin tortilla chips at first.Paige Bennett

Trader Joe's pumpkin tortilla chips paired well with the Fall Harvest salsa.

Trader Joe's pumpkin tortilla chips have a solid crunch.Paige Bennett

I was intrigued by Trader Joe's Teeny Tiny apple pies.

The Trader Joe's cashier recommended the Teeny Tiny apple pies to me.Paige Bennett

The Teeny Tiny apple pies would be better warmed up, but I still enjoyed them as a sweet snack.

I still loved these pies at room temperature.Paige Bennett

I appreciated that some of the petite pumpkin-spice cookies were coated with yogurt.

I was surprised that not all the cookies were pumpkin-flavored.Paige Bennett

The cookies tasted great, but I wished the pumpkin-spice flavor was a little stronger.

I ended up wishing the pumpkin-spice flavor was more potent.Paige Bennett

I was excited the Maple Pancake Snaps featured a different flavor profile.

Trader Joe's Maple Pancake Snaps seemed like they'd have a unique flavor.Paige Bennett

These cookies seemed like they'd pair well with other treats.

I appreciated the maple flavor of the Maple Pancake Snaps.Paige Bennett

I've seen people rave about Trader Joe's apple shortbread cookies online.

I was excited when I finally found the apple shortbread cookies at Trader Joe's.Paige Bennett

The apple shortbread cookies had a surprisingly fresh flavor.

Next time, I'd pair the apple shortbread cookies with tea.Paige Bennett

I figured Trader Joe's pumpkin-cranberry crisps would be a good addition to my charcuterie boards.

I was excited to try the savory-and-sweet flavor of Trader Joe’s pumpkin-cranberry crisps.Paige Bennett

I felt like I was transported straight to the Thanksgiving dinner table after eating these crackers.

The crackers reminded me of stuffing.Paige Bennett

I was drawn to how the mini maple-walnut biscotti looked and smelled.

I loved how the biscotti smelled and looked right out of the box.Paige Bennett

The mini maple-walnut biscotti are my ideal snack with an afternoon coffee.

The coffee helped balance out the walnut flavor of the biscotti.Paige Bennett

The pumpkin biscotti wasn't the most intriguing snack at first glance.

I loved the smell of Trader Joe's pumpkin biscotti.Paige Bennett

The biscotti's authentic pumpkin flavor worked well with coffee.

I'd buy Trader Joe's pumpkin biscotti again.Paige Bennett

My sister and I ate at the Trump Grill for the first time. Our $120 meal was a decent deal, but the food felt forgettable.

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