The Absolute Best New Trader Joe's Products I've Come Across Lately (And Yes, There Were Many)

Here's what to stock up on.

Walking into Trader Joe's is always an adventure. This beloved grocery store chain is a treasure trove of exciting products, and you never know what new items you're going to find. Here are some of the best new products I've spotted and tried out at my local TJ's so far this year.

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1. Thai Banana Fritters

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These are incredibly delicious, and they're even better with a scoop of ice cream on top. Oh, and if you have an air fryer, give it a try.

2. Truffle Aioli

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Come on now, your french fries aren't gonna dip themselves.

3. Florentine Lasagna

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Lasagna gets a springtime makeover, thanks to this blend of herbs, spinach, garlic, and lots of cheese. Keep a box in the freezer for an easy weeknight meal.

4. Ranch Seasoning Blend

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If you're a ranch person, you're in luck. Try sprinkling this magic seasoning on anything from roasted vegetables to chicken wings. 

5. Cacio e Pepe Gnocchi

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A serious contender for best new frozen entrée of the year.

6. Caramel Apple Mochi

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I am always excited to see new mochi at T.J's, and this new fall flavor is really hitting the spot.

7. Retinol Night Serum

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This serum gives the term "beauty sleep" a whole new meaning.

8. Korean Gochujang Sauce

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If you're a fan of Sriracha, don't sleep on this Korean red chili pepper sauce. It comes in a squeezable bottle for easy drizzling.

9. Horchata Ice Cream

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If you love creamy, cinnamon-y horchata, this brand-new frozen dessert certainly won't disappoint on a hot summer day. 

10. Egg Wraps

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These gluten-free, non-dairy wraps are a tasty, low-carb alternative to your go-to wrap or sandwich bread. 

11. Pinks & Whites Dark Chocolate Bar

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The fan-favorite cookie, now available in decadent, chocolate bar form.

12. Grilled Pitted Green Olives In Oil

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If you're an olive fan like me, you could easily eat a whole jar of this Greek, grilled variety in one sitting.

13. Organic Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

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This sweet and tangy vinegar tastes so high quality, and for only $6, it's a bargain compared to what you'd find elsewhere.

14. Tteok Bok Ki (Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)

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If you've never had Korean rice cakes before, think gnocchi meets sticky rice. These are tossed with a sweet, spicy, and savory sauce, but be warned: It packs a little bit of a kick.

15. Sweet Cannoli Dip

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This stuff straddles the line between cannoli filling and cheesecake dip, and what could be bad about that? While a waffle cone might be the obvious choice of a dipping vessel, I love devouring it with pretzel slims.

16. Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread

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Use it as a dip, add it to your favorite cheesy recipes, or just eat it by the spoonful (no judgement). 

17. Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Sandwiches

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Whether or not you eat dairy, you'll find it hard to resist these oat milk-based ice cream sandwich bars.

18. Fancy Cheese Crunchies

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Tell me one single situation where mixing truffle and cheese is a bad idea.

19. Black Tea and Boba Non-Dairy Coconut Frozen Dessert

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TJ's cold brew boba non-dairy ice cream was such a hit that they're back with another creative flavor — black tea.

20. Tirokafteri

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A welcome addition to the party dip aisle, try serving this red pepper and three-cheese spread with grilled pita and your favorite veggies. 

21. Egg Bites

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These fully cooked egg bites, available in two different flavors (cheese, spinach, and kale or cheddar and uncured bacon) are an easy, protein-packed breakfast or snack ideal for when you're on the go.

22. Eggplant Parmigiana Sfogliatelle

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Is it too bold of a statement to declare these the best new party app at Trader Joe's?

23. Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Cakes

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Top with a scoop of your favorite ice cream and enjoy.

24. Seasoned Waffle Cut Fries

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In the world of fries, waffle cut will forever reign supreme, IMO. This is exactly what your summer cookout called for.

25. Tamarind Sauce

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I'm sensing some homemade pad Thai in your future.

26. Cinnamon Roll Drizzled Granola

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The easiest hack for turning breakfast into dessert is right in this bag.

27. Korean Beefless Bulgogi

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This meatless, Korean-inspired barbecue beef is an exciting new addition for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone just trying to cut back on meat and try something new. Try serving it over rice or Trader Joe's japchae noodles. 

28. Gochujang

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This super affordable Korean chili paste has become a must-have condiment in my fridge at all times for marinades and dipping sauces galore. 

29. Truffle Powder Seasoning

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It's baaaack, and it's ready for all of your spring cooking.

30. Organic Italian Artisan Cascatelli

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TJ's craft pasta game just keeps getting better. Grab a bag of these funky-shaped noodles, and serve them with your favorite pasta sauce.

31. Instant Boba Kit

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Confession: I've been converted into a boba tea lover, and I think this ready-to-drink frozen version is the culprit. 

32. Chimichurri Sauce

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Here's the game plan: Grab a piece of flank steak or some chicken breasts, lather on some of this chimichurri sauce, and call it a fancy dinner.

33. Daily Facial Sunscreen

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People are raving about this SPF oil-free invisible gel formula and calling it a perfect Supergoop dupe. I've been stalking the shelves at my local TJ's and still haven't been able to spot it, but I can't wait to try it for myself.

34. French Onion Focaccia Bread

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This is shaping up to be the best grilled cheese sandwich ever.

35. Salsa de Cacahuate

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This salsa packs a surprising ingredient: peanuts. The result is a rich, tangy, and creamy condiment with a spicy kick.

36. Mushroom & Truffle Flavored Pesto

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A scoop of this truffle pesto is the easiest way to turn average pasta night into something worthy of a special occasion. 

37. Ube Spread

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The ube products just keep coming at Trader Joe's, and I, for one, couldn't be happier. Use this spread to give a subtly sweet kick to your morning toast, pancakes, croissants, and more.

38. Crispy Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookies

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You're going to want to pour yourself a glass of milk for this...

39. Gluten-Free Uncured Pepperoni Pizza

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Trader Joe's fully assembled cauliflower crust cheese pizza is one of my favorite frozen aisle finds, so I'm especially excited to try this fully loaded version (plus, it happens to be gluten-free). 

40. Buffalo Style Seasoned Almonds

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For your March madness snacking...or really, any day snacking. 

41. Stir-Fried Garlicky Cabbage

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This flavorful cabbage makes it so easy to add tasty veggies into your dinner rotation. Personally, I love stir-frying it with rice or noodles and some protein like ground turkey.

42. Oat Chocolate Bars

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These dairy-free chocolate bars are still seriously creamy, thanks to oat milk.

43. Organic Artichoke Pasta Sauce

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Think beyond pasta when it comes to this creamy artichoke sauce. It's great for rice skillets, baked chicken, and even bruschetta. 

44. Joe-Joe's Granola Cookies & Creme

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Imagine Oreo cookie-dusted granola. Yes, this is exactly that.

45. Rosemary Croissant Croutons

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I can confirm these are the greatest store-bought croutons I've come across. They are just as buttery and flaky as croissants, but in a crispy form perfect for topping soups and salads.

46. Rawhide Free Peanut Butter Flavored Retriever Sticks

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These chews are totally rawhide free, so both you and your pup will love them.

47. Cinna-Dragons

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Watch out: You could easily eat the whole bag of these cinnamon-flavored gummy candies in a single sitting.

48. Sour Cream & Onion Flavored Rings

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Made from lentils and rice, and seasoned with sour cream and onion spices, this might just be your new favorite snack food.

49. Blueberry Dream Frozen Dessert Bars

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You can never have too many ice cream options, and these creamy blueberry popsicles are the perfect addition to your freezer full of desserts.

50. Beef Birria

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Pick up a bag of tortillas and take taco night to the next level with the help of this slow-cooked beef in a tangy and sweet tomato chile sauce.

51. Dill Pickle Mini Falafel

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Of all the things pickle flavored in this world, falafel was never on my horizon. But then again, maybe it's exactly what we all needed.

52. White Miso Paste

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I use white miso paste in so much of my cooking from grilled vegetables to roasted salmon. This Trader Joe's version is a serious bargain and it tastes delicious.

53. Tamales

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While Trader Joe's has sold frozen tamales in the past, I'm eyeing this rebrand. 👀👀

54. When Life Gives You Lemons Make Ice Cream

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This duo of zesty lemon ice cream and buttery shortbread cookies is guaranteed to hit the spot on a warm summer day.

55. Tres Leches Cake

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When there's evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream involved in a single dessert, what could possibly be bad?

56. Jalapeño Mango Chicken Sausage

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Fire up the grill for this sweet and spicy chicken sausage.

57. Creamy Cauliflower Mash

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Sick of potatoes? Add this lightened-up summer side dish to your next cookout or picnic menu.

58. Strawberry Basil Vinaigrette

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Bring on the summer arugula salad.

59. Truffle Flavored BBQ Sauce

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Turn any average summer barbecue into a ~fancy~ affair with the help of this truffle-infused barbecue sauce.

60. Riced Hearts of Palm

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If you're a fan of T.J's hearts of palm pasta, you'll want to try this riced variation. It's super mild, low-carb, and takes on the flavor of pretty much whatever you cook it with.

61. Lightly Smoked Salmon in Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Take it from a huge tinned fish fan: This smoked salmon is an outrageously good bargain. It tastes so high quality, and it's under $4. Try using it to make that viral salmon rice. You won't regret it. 

62. These Sprinkles Walk Into a Sandwich Cookie

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They're baaaaack!!!

63. Freeze-Dried Just Chicken for Pets

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My dog has been going wild for these ever since I opened the bag. I especially love sprinkling a handful over his food when he's being a picky eater. He gobbles it right up.

64. Spicy Lentil Wrap

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This vegan wrap is an easy and nutritious grab-and-go lunch when you're in a hurry or don't feel like meal-prepping.

65. Gluten-Free Cheese Ravioli

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If you wander through the aisles at Trader Joe's, you'll quickly realize it's officially ravioli season. Shelves are stocked with all sorts of ravioli, including this new gluten-free number. 

66. Cold Brew Coffee Bags

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Just in time for iced coffee season.

67. Peanut Butter Caramel Coated Popcorn

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Well, this seems seriously craveworthy. 

68. Vegan Spinach and Cashew Ravioli

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Yet another exciting addition to the ravioli selection, this vegan-friendly version is stuffed with rich and creamy cashew cheese.

69. Non-Dairy Oat Brown Sugar Creamer

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If you like oat milk you're going to love this non-dairy creamer in your morning cup of Joe.

70. Sparkling White Tea With Pomegranate Juice

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Introducing the most refreshing drink of the summer. If you want to get a little adventurous, mix a bit of this stuff with tequila or mezcal for a pomegranate margarita.

71. 4 Cheese Pastry Rolls

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Judging by the quality of Trader Joe's frozen croissants, we're all in for a treat with this savory medley. 

72. Sparkling Pineapple Juice

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Is it happy hour? Because this sparkling pineapple juice is just begging to be mixed with your favorite booze.

73. In a Pickle Seasoning Blend

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Pickle lovers, rejoice. This pickle seasoning blend is bursting with the tangy flavors of dill, garlic, onion, and vinegar.

74. Organic Poppy Seed Dressing

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Trader Joe's has some of the tastiest, highest-quality store-bought dressings around, and this one is no exception.

75. Artichoke Timbales

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These frozen artichoke hearts are baked and stuffed with mozzarella and grana padano cheeses, and they might just be your new favorite summer side.

76. BBQ & Black Pepper Toscano Chopped Salad

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Every cookout needs some veggies, and this salad kit makes it easy to accompany your burgers and hot dogs with a little something green.

77. Springle Jangle

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Thank goodness you no longer have to wait until Christmastime for this chocolate candy medley. 

78. Unexpected Cheddar Chicken Sausage

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Grill this cheesy chicken sausage and serve it in brioche buns or slice it and add it to your favorite pasta salad. 

79. Bamba Puffed Peanut & Corn Snacks Dipped in Dark Chocolate

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As if TJ's peanut butter bamba snacks weren't already delicious enough, wait until you try this version, coated in decadent dark chocolate.

80. Dill Pickle Mustard

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OK, it might not be new, but this pickle-flavored mustard is back on shelves just in time for your summer grilling needs.

81. Incredisauce

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First Magnifisauce, now this "sweet, tangy, smoky-flavored dipping sauce" that might very well remind you of the Chick-fil-A version.

82. Impossible Chicken Nuggets

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The impossible has hit your local TJ's frozen aisle. Oh, and you might want some Incredisauce for these.

83. Organic Pappardelle Pasta Nests

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Upgrade pasta night with these noods. Now all you need is a jar of your favorite Trader Joe's sauce like cacio e pepe or truffle piccante.

84. Syrah Soaked Toscano Cheese Spread & Dip

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I am a sucker for spreadable cheese, and this wine-infused medley is no exception.

85. Cold Pressed Cucumber Avocado Smoothie

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Get your greens with this thick and creamy smoothie, blended with cucumber, avocado, spinach, mango, ginger, and lime.

86. Root Vegetable Fries

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These sweet potato, carrot, beet, and parsnip fries are an ideal addition to burger night.

87. Kalua Pork Spring Rolls

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Grab a bottle of Thai chile sauce and go to town on these Hawaiian-inspired pork spring rolls.

88. Heart Shaped Macarons

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Show yourself a little self-love with these adorable macarons. 

89. Green & Red Hatch Chile Flakes

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Pro tip: Sprinkle these chile flakes on mac 'n' cheese, add them to your enchiladas, or add some heat to your game day chili. 

90. Okie Dokie Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert

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If you have a sweet tooth, this New Zealand–inspired dessert will hit the spot. It's a decadent combination of oat milk ice cream, caramel swirls, and sponge candy. 

91. Ready Veggies

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A blend of chopped broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, carrots, and snow peas, this ready-to-cook kit makes stir-frying a breeze.

92. Peanut Butter Cocoa Marshmallows

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Pop a few of these babies into your hot chocolate, or better yet, eat them by the handful. 

93. Marinated Artichokes on the Go

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A good-for-you and tasty on-the-go snack, these juicy marinated artichokes are the perfect thing to keep on hand. 

94. Italian Artisan Heart Shaped Pasta

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There's never a bad night for pasta. Ever. 

95. Organic Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta

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It's been a great few months for Trader Joe's pasta. This short and stout fusili is perfect for sopping up your favorite pasta sauce.

96. Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets

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The nut butter, chocolate, and pretzel combos just keep getting better.

97. Cheeseburger Burrito

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Why decide between a burger or a wrap when you can have the best of both worlds?

98. Cocoa & Sea Salt Instant Oatmeal

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Breakfast is served, and it's worth waking up for.

99. Pizza Bread Cheese

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All the flavors you love about pizza, minus the crust. Try dipping this deliciousness in anything from marinara sauce to pesto. 

100. Blueberry Muffin Mix

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Rise and shine, it's muffin time.

101. Organic Lentil Vegetable Soup

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It's soup season, and Trader Joe's is here to make your cozy lunch or dinner dreams come true.

102. Calabrian Chili Tomato Dumpling Soup

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Dumplings + tomato soup = the ultimate comfort food. 

103. Unbleached Artisan Bread Flour

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My sourdough starter has been waiting years for this.

104. Cacio e Pepe Cheese Puffs

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Proceed at your own risk. These cheesy, peppery puffs are straight-up craveworthy.

105. Organic Date Syrup

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Naturally sweet, use this date syrup however you'd use maple syrup or agave in things like marinades, baking, smoothies, or even cocktails.

106. Guajillo Salsa

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Spicy, smoky, and begging you to pick up a bag of tortilla chips.

107. Grain Free Cheeseburger Flavor Dog Treats

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Fido won't be able to resist.

What are the best new Trader Joe's products you've tried lately? Tell us in the comments.