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Thanksgiving falls just between spooky season and wintry holidays, making it the perfect time to sip on something pumpkin spice-flavored, or eat an autumnal vegetable. It’s also synonymous with classic turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and other essentials.
With that said, we rounded up eight Thanksgiving-themed, seasonal items from Trader Joe’s that customers are raving about online (and that will probably be leaving shelves soon the closer we get to the end-of-November holiday). Read on for details about these beloved items, and the rave reviews customers have left for them.
8 Trader Joe’s Thanksgiving Items To Grab Before They’re Gone
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1. Cornbread Stuffing
For those of us that love stuffing, the traditional Thanksgiving side, and cornbread in general, this delicious combo is not only easy to make, but also a fun revamped take on stuffing. According to the Trader Joe’s website, this dish uses “hearty, cornbread croutons at its foundation,” which is then accentuated by “earthy aromatics of celery, onion, parsley, sage, and rosemary.” In addition, “roasted apples and dried cranberries” are also folded into the mix, “bringing the most delicious contrast to the soft cornbread and savory herbs.”
To serve, you’re instructed to remove the outer sleeve of the package, lift one corner of the film, and place the tray on a baking sheet in a 375°F oven for 25 minutes. TJ’s customers who follow the popular Instagram account (@traderjoesfoodreviews) also loved this side, with one user commenting on a post dedicated to the stuffing, “I’m not a fan of stuffing usually, but I really liked this!” as another added, “love love this stuffing!! I literally made everything from scratch last year and had to buy this as an easy stovetop option (no more oven space) and it was great!!”
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2. Turkey Sausage Stuffing Fried Rice
You can create a new tradition for your family with Trader Joe’s Turkey Sausage Stuffing Fried Rice, which combines all of the best flavors and foods from Thanksgiving while also resembling a stir-fry dish. According to Trader Joe’s, you can mix up your holiday with the help of “long-grain rice, onion, celery, and breadcrumbs” (evoking stuffing) in the dish, and delicious holiday herbs, including “rosemary, parsley, and thyme.” Classic Thanksgiving and fall veggies also make an appearance in this meal, like “slivered green beans, corn, carrots, and fried onion pieces.” To prepare this, you can cook it from frozen in a sauté pan with butter or oil, and it will be ready to serve and eat after about five minutes.
Trader Joe’s fans particularly loved this item, as seen in comments under a recent post by Instagram account (@traderjoesgeek). The creator posted a picture of the packaging inside a Trader Joe’s store, and one customer described its taste to be “so freaking good” and another expressed that its their “new fav fried rice” with tons of flavor. As another user wrote, this can also work as a great “lunch” in the days leading up to Thanksgiving or after, while still serving your turkey cravings.
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3. Apple Pumpkin Hand Pies
If you can’t decide between pumpkin or apple pie this year, you don’t have to! After the Thanksgiving meal is devoured, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with a little pie that combines two of the best autumn flavors. According to Trader Joe’s, each pie is made with a mix of “pumpkin purée, freshly peeled Northern Spy apples, rich cream, and zesty pumpkin pie spice,” which is encased in a “hand-folded, flaky, buttery crust,” and then backed to perfection. These pastries can be eaten without a knife or fork, the site adds, “making them quite convenient for picnics, work lunches, or as an anytime, on-the-go indulgence.”
The Instagram account (@traderjoesgeek) posted a recent tribute to the autumnal pastry, as customers began sharing their experiences with the treat, and what they loved about it. As several commenters dubbed it to be the right amount of “sweet” others expressed that they “can’t wait” to try the treat while being fans of both pumpkin and apple-flavored desserts.
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4. Honeycrisp Apple Cider
Along with an aforementioned after-Thanksgiving-dinner pastry, nothing pairs better with autumn desserts than a hot cup of apple cider. This seasonal (act fast!) Trader Joe’s cider offers a rich flavor, and according to the grocery chain, it is made with soley apples, meaning there are “no concentrates and absolutely nothing is added.” While enjoying a warm, cozy cup sounds ideal when thinking about colder weather, you can still enjoy it as is!
By adding in dashes of cinnamon and other mulled spices, many customers are sharing how they prepare their Trader Joe’s cider, and how adding it to the table after your Thanksgiving meal can certainly please a stuffed, satiated crowd. Customers who commented under another recent upload from Instagram account (@traderjoesgeek) shared that they “love the honeycrisp” flavor in particular, and that it is an “excellent” addition to a cold fall day. Get it before it’s gone!
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5. Spiced Cider
Another popular apple cider beverage that Trader Joe’s devotees are praising online is its Spiced Cider. This product, according to the grocer, is made with the “juice of bursting-with-flavor apples, and brewed with spices like cinnamon, allspice and cloves.” In the comment section of a recent post from @traderjoeslist, one shopper deemed it to be their “favorite apple cider anywhere” as another referred to it as “the BEST store bought apple cider!!”
Someone else described this Spiced Cider to be “soooooooo good” as one other noted that it also “makes a great glaze with powdered sugar for spice cake.” Another customer wrote that they love “warming it up with a cinnamon stick” and serving it with a “shot of orange Rock and Rye liquor and whipped cream.” There are so many ways to prepare it for your own Thanksgiving Day gathering!
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6. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Whether you like munching on muffins for breakfast or after-Thanksgiving dinner dessert, Trader Joe’s offers some of the most irresistible pumpkin-flavored ones! These Pumpkin Streusel muffins from the brand are made with pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice bits and a spiced streusel. They’re also gluten-free, making them a great choice for anyone at your Turkey Day gathering who might not be able to have wheat or flour.
Beneath a new post from @traderjoesglutenfree and @traderjoeslist, many TJ’s fans shared their thoughts on this item. “These are fire!!! Love it with a nice warm coffee,” one wrote as another added: “These ARE delicious!! 20 seconds in the microwave or straight outta the box.”
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7. Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps
These crunchy and sweet snacks can be perfect for your guests along with a cheeseboard before the main meal is served or after! TJ’s notes that these “bite-size, loaf-shaped crackers” are made with “actual pumpkin,” along with “tart cranberries and just the right amount of seasonings, including thyme, nutmeg, and turmeric.”
Fan-favorite Instagram account @traderjoesobsessed shared a new post about the treats, and fans took to the comment section to rave about them. “Love these crackers!!!” one commented as another replied: “I just discovered these crisps this year. My dad and I can’t get enough!” Someone else called them “Delish” and used three heart-eye emojis to further emphasize their thoughts.
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8. Holiday Vegetable Hash
Whether you’re whipping up stuffing or another side dish and want to make your life easier this Thanksgiving, Trader Joe’s has a healthy and tasty Holiday Vegetable Hash that can make preparing these dishes so much simpler! This product, as noted on the Trader Joe’s site, is “filled with small dices of butternut squash, sweet potatoes, red onions, and celery, accompanied by a flavorful and fragrant herb-trio of parsley, sage, and rosemary.”
IG account @traderjoeskitchen recently shared a post about the product and fans were quick to express their love for it in the comments. “Love this mix!” one wrote. “This needs to go in my stuffing this Thanksgiving,” another added as someone else commented: “love this hash!”
Annually, Thanksgiving dinners serve as a catalyst for families to gather, and utilizing these eight delectable and affordable Trader Joe’s products will undoubtedly astound your guests while sparing your wallet. Nevertheless, take prompt action, for these products are currently the subject of social media acclaim and may become unavailable in stores in the weeks before the big day!
