11 Trader Joes holiday treats are back for a limited time - including mint stars and pomegranate

Publish date: 2022-02-25

FROM egg nog to peppermint chocolates, Trader Joe's has brought back a variety of festive foods this holiday season.

But shoppers should be aware that they'll only be in stores for a little while.

A TikTok influencer, thespritzeffect, also known as Sarah Louise Rhodes, found several holiday-themed foods at Trader Joe's, and people were thrilled about many of them.

"Holiday items are back at Trader Joe's and these are my picks," Sarah said.

1. Dark chocolate-covered peppermint Joe Joe's

"Starting off with the classic, arguably the classic, the dark chocolate-covered peppermint Joe Joe's. They're a must for the holiday season," she said.

The Dark Chocolate Covered Peppermint Joe Joe's is a sandwich creme cookie with peppermint specs on the outer layer.

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The whole cookie is encased in dark chocolate, and there are 10 pieces per box for $3.99.

One person commented: "Oooh my sister will love those Joes Joe's thanks!"

2. Mini Hold The Cone peppermint flavor

Trader Joe's Hold The Cone ice cream cones aren't necessarily new, but they come out with seasonal flavors.

Their all-year round flavors include vanilla, chocolate, and chocolate chip.

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But, Sarah's favorite flavor was back in stores for the holidays: "I love these peppermint-flavored Hold The Cones too."

They cost $3.79 for eight cones, and they're filled with rich peppermint-flavored ice cream with a sweet chocolatey coating.

3. Ginger spread

Sarah mentioned: "I haven't tried this yet, but I'm excited to. I think this ginger spread would be great for charcuterie boards for the holidays."

Trader Joe’s Ginger Spread is a great addition to liven up your meals, and it's just $3.99

The spread was made in Dundee, Scotland, and its sweet and spicy flavor can give your yogurt or oatmeal a nice kick in the morning.

4. Dark chocolate oranges

"These dark chocolate oranges are like nostalgic to me, I love them."

Nothing is better than nostalgia during the holidays as it is the season to return home and spend it with loved ones.

Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Orange is a great gift, and it replicates the peeling of an actual orange since it's wrapped in orange foil.

They cost $3.49 each.

5. Chocolate-covered Lebkuchen cookies

The Lebkuchen Cookies are soft gingerbread cookies with nuts and spices.

Each box is $3.49, and there are seven cookies per package.

One person commented: "What is Lebkuchen?"

Sarah responded: "German cooookie."

6. Sparkling pomegranate punch beverage

The seasonal Sparkling Pomegranate Punch Beverage is a must-have.

The bubbly beverage is richly fruity with flavors like pomegranate, pineapple, orange, and apple juices with a kick of ginger.

"If you want to make festive cocktails easily, this pomegranate punch is your best friend," Sarah recommended.

One pack is $3.99, and it comes with four cans each.

7. Egg nog

"Eggnog is back and I couldn't be more excited. They also have the oat milk version which I really need to try."

What is Christmas without egg nog — it is a classic creamy beverage that began as a holiday tradition in North America in the 17th century.

Trader Joe's has a couple of varieties of egg nog — the original one is rich and flavorful, but they also have a Light Egg Nog.

The Light Egg Nog delivers the same creamy texture and nutmeg-infused flavor but with 90 percent less fat and 40 percent fewer calories.

They each cost $3.49.

8. O’ Nog

Trader Joe’s O’ Nog is a new addition to the seasonal family.

The beverage is a non-dairy version of the egg nog, but it can still deliver the same creamy texture with its nutmeg and ginger flavors.

It is made with all vegan ingredients, and it's only $2.99.

9. Stroopwafel Dutch caramel waffle cookies

The Stroopwafel Dutch Caramel Waffle Cookies are back in stock again, but grab them before they are gone.

The cookies are definitely a staple of Trader Joe’s holiday lineup as people love the caramel flavor.

The waffle cookies are made by pressing waffles in a hot iron, and then quickly slicing those waffles in half while they’re still hot.

Lastly, they sandwich stretchy caramel in between each slice to form the cookie.

They're $3.49 for each can, but it's not in stores all year long, so better act quickly.

10. Old Fashioned egg nog wine based

"This...I am interested in and a little suspicious of because I just didn't know how it would be," Sarah said.

This egg nog is for adults 21 years and up only, and again, it's only here during the holiday season.

The wine-based egg nog is a pre-mixed and ready-to-drink wine tail, and it costs $7.99.

11. Brie en Croûte

"Lastly, this brie that is already wrapped in pastry, you just throw it in the oven, perfect for a holiday party," Sarah suggested.

Brie en Croûte translates to brie baked in a pastry crust, and after baking it, it has a delightful flaky finish.

The box of pastries comes frozen, and they're $6.99 per box.

Other Trader Joe's finds

Shoppers at Trader Joe's have new and returning items hitting the shelves.

There are five items from Trader Joe's that are worth checking out — from soups to snacks, starting at $3.

First up, they have the Autumnal Harvest Soup, which is made with smooth butternut squash, semi-sweet pumpkin, and California tomatoes seasoned with earthy autumn herbs including rosemary and sage.

Take advantage of the fall season while it lasts because Trader Joe's Pumpkin Bisque is also here for a limited time.

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