The 15 Best Things to Buy at Trader Joe's This December

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With the holiday season in full swing, we're constantly looking for a shortcut so we can enjoy relaxing with our family and friends. Enter Trader Joe's (of course!). Their impressive array of party foods, awesome host gifts and heat-and-eat meals to keep you fueled during this busy season makes has a little something for everyone on your list. Read on for the 15 Trader Joe's finds you need to add to your cart this month.

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1. Astounding Multi-Flavor Mini Pretzels

If you need something special for your dessert charcuterie or you just want something fancy to snack on while you're cooking, pick up a box of these mini pretzels. Inside the 1-pound box, you'll find four different flavors: Coffee Candy topped with a dark chocolate drizzle, Peanut Butter Candy topped with crumbled Joe-Joe’s, Dark Chocolate with bits of peppermint candy and Milk Chocolate with rainbow sprinkles. Fans online have already snapped some up the $7.99 boxes and love them, saying things like "I wish they would sell the coffee pretzels by themselves! They’re insane 😩😩 ☕️🥨" and "[They're] soo good. And pretty."

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2. Cinnamon Bun Inspired Pancake and Waffle Mix

This new addition to TJ's cinnamon-bun-inspired line is inspiring waffles and pancakes—and creativity. People are hacking the mix to make muffins. Rumor has it that if you follow the pancake directions and bake for 20 minutes at 350°, you'll have some cinnamon bun muffins. But this mix won't last long, so now is the time to grab it. "I also picked this up today, first time ever seeing it. The employees told me it was seasonal so stock up if you like it!" reports one Redditor.

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3. Holiday Cheer Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread

Redditors love this new release in the long line of very popular Unexpected Cheddar items, which combines the fan-favorite cheese with cranberries, Reisling and cinnamon. "It’s really good! I was expecting a more sweet flavor but it’s not very sweet at all" says one, and "I ate an entire tub with the raisin rosemary crisps and can attest that it’s not too cinnamon-y or fruity and is v v good (IMO)." Find it in the cheese case.

4. La Fondue Ready to Eat Fondue

"The La Fondue is the best fondue I have ever had. My spouse and I wait for it every year and stock up" says one commenter on Reddit. This tub, which is a holiday release, has a mixture of Emmental, Comte and Gruyere cheeses and is perfect for a holiday party spread or a night by the fire. Find it in with the cheeses in the refrigerated section.

5. Shrimp Pouches of Many Colors

Perfect for an easy holiday appetizer, these tiny dumplings are getting good reviews online. "Ah, those colors! Always impressed how they get things to look so beautifully without those artificial additives" says one Instagrammer. "I tried them and thought they were good. Strong shrimp flavor with a hint of ginger. Colors are a holiday gimmick. I would get again," says another. Find them in the freezer case.

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6. Stolen Crisps

Need something crunchy to go along with all that new TJ's cheese? Check out a box of their new Stolen Crisps, which are inspired by the German holiday bread. The combination of raisins, powdered sugar, orange peel and lemon is sweet, but not too sweet. Redditors are pairing these with the store's Baked Lemon Ricotta cheese (brilliant). "Sooo good. I put the cheese on the crisp and then dip it in the blue cheese pecan dip. Haha. Even the crisp and cheese alone dipped in the blue cheese is great."

7. Shareable Shortbread French Butter Cookie

Sometimes Trader Joe's releases something so good it has an almost immediate 5-star consensus among fans. This cookie is it. Here's what some folks are saying:

"This is almost too good. diabolically good. criminally good.

"'Shareable'...that entire cookie is going into my mouth in less than twelve hours. "

"I haven't felt this passionate about something in years."

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8. Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Rondos

What's a rondo? It's a disk of chocolate that can be used for baking, melting or snacking. These treats come packaged in cute, giftable paper tubes and are available in two flavors: milk chocolate with caramelized pecans and dark chocolate with raspberries, strawberries and cherries.

"Just got the milk chocolate ones and they are delicious" says one commenter. The "dark chocolate one is amazing. tart and sweet at the same time—winning combo," adds another. Find them with the holiday products.

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9. Syrah Soaked Toscano Cheese Spread & Dip

If you need another great festive cheese idea, fans are loving this holiday release. It can be used as a spread or dip, and Redditors are using it as a dinner ingredient too.

"Pizza! I spread a thin layer on dough, top with mushrooms tossed in olive oil and seasoned to taste, then top that with shredded cheese (I use the Gruyère and Swiss mix)," reports one commenter.

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10. Pretzel Bread Pudding

If you love a sweet-and-salty combo, pick up a pack of the new Pretzel Bread Pudding. Found in the freezer case, this one is perfect for overnight guests or a lazy Sunday at home. "I regret to inform you that the Pretzel Bread Pudding is... delicious!" says one Redditor. "Husband and I had this a la mode for Thanksgiving dinner. So easy, SO GOOD," adds another.

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11. Chicken Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Bake

This $8.99 freezer case special is perfect for Christmas morning, holiday brunch or anytime you need a tasty heat-and-eat breakfast. The combination of Italian bread, creamy custard, plenty of Cheddar cheese and chicken sausage is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

"This was to die forrrrr, i think with some cranberry sauce too it would also elevate the breakfast bake" says one Redditor who tried it alongside the new Unexpected Cheddar Holiday Cheer Spread.

12. Raspberry Croissant Carre

People online aren't really sure what to make of this bakery-case newbie but they're in agreement about one thing: it's delicious. "Warmed it in my toaster oven. Very buttery! Pretty tasty!" says one. "It wasn’t too sweet to me. Def more of a teatime dessert than breakfast imo, but not a crazy level of sugar. The fruit tasted yummy and natural," adds another.

13. Herbs de Provence Triangles

The newest cracker to hit the snacks aisle are these Herbs de Provence Triangles. According to people who have already grabbed (and gobbled) a box, they're a must-buy. "Nibbling on the Triangles now. They’re DIVINE" says one Redditor, and "Be sure to grab an extra box when you get some..... My first one disappeared fast 😂" says another. Grab a box for $2.49 and instantly elevate your charcuterie board.

14. Sweet and Salty Snack Mix

This seasonal back-for-the-holidays blend is a mixture of mini peanut butter-filled pretzels, chocolate-covered potato chips, chocolate-drizzled caramel popcorn and roasted salted peanuts. People online are reporting that this one is good, but heavy on the popcorn. Grab a bag in the seasonal aisle for $4.49.

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15. Artichoke Bread Pudding

People online are split about this new frozen find, with some saying it's soggy and others reporting the suggested cooking time is way more than what's on the box. According to TJ's, this one is "Tender, faintly nutty artichokes...with cubes of hearty Tuscan bread (ideal for soaking up the rich, eggy custard base), plenty of Cheddar cheese, and a host of savory seasonings, like onion, garlic, parsley, and black pepper." There's also a dash of hot sauce. It's hearty enough for a vegetarian main or makes a nice side dish alongside beef, pork or chicken. Pick it up in the freezer case for $4.99.

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