Mornings can be a whirlwind, but with the right breakfast essentials, they don’t have to be stressful. Trader Joe’s offers a range of breakfast staples that are both delicious and convenient, making it easier to start your day on the right foot. From quick bites to hearty meals, here are 20 Trader Joe’s breakfast essentials that will elevate your AM routine and bring a little excitement to your mornings. Enjoy reading!
1. Joe’s Os Cereal Bars $2.99/4.23 Oz
Perfect for a quick grab-and-go breakfast, Joe’s Os Cereal Bars offer a satisfying crunch and a sweet flavor that’s sure to start your day off right.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 120 per bar
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sugars: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
- Peanut flavored coating
- Sugar
- Palm kernel oil
- Partially defatted peanut flour
- Nonfat dry milk
- Peanut oil
- Salt
- Soy lecithin
- Dry roasted peanuts
- Toasted oats cereal
- Whole grain oat flour
- Cornstarch
- Brown cane sugar
- Trisodium phosphate
- Baking soda
- Sea salt
2. Hashbrowns $2.79/22.5 Oz
These crispy Hashbrowns are a breakfast favorite that pairs well with eggs, bacon, or can be enjoyed on their own for a satisfying start to the day.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 120 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Soybean And/Or Canola Oil), Salt, Dextrose (Corn), Citric Acid (To Maintain Color)
3. Egg Bites Cheese, Spinach & Kale $3.49/4.2 Oz
These Egg Bites are a protein-packed breakfast option with the added goodness of cheese, spinach, and kale. They’re perfect for a quick, nutritious start to your day.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 520mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Sugars: less than 1g
- Protein: 12g
Ingredients:
Egg whites, cottage cheese (skim milk, milk, cream, sea salt, cheese culture), feta cheese (pasteurized milk, salt, cheese culture, microbial enzyme, natamycin [mold inhibitor]), butter (cream, salt), cornstarch, spinach, kale, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, xanthan gum, citric acid (to maintain color), white pepper.
4. Eggwich Breadless Breakfast Sandwich $5.49/7.8 Oz
For a low-carb breakfast option, the Eggwich Breadless Breakfast Sandwich features egg patties with your choice of filling, making it both delicious and satisfying.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 190 per sandwich
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 265mg
- Sodium: 610mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 3g
- Sugars: less than 1g
- Protein: 16g
Ingredients:
Egg patty (whole egg, whole milk, cornstarch, sea salt, white pepper), turkey sausage patty (turkey, water, potato starch, salt, sugar, sage, black pepper), pasteurized process american cheese (american cheese [cultured milk, salt, enzymes], water, cream, sodium phosphate, salt, beta-apo-8′-carotenal [color], beta carotene [color]).
It’s a clever twist on the classic breakfast sandwich, offering the same great taste without the carbs.
5. Unsweetened Organic Açaí Puree Packets $3.99/14 Oz
These Unsweetened Organic Açaí Puree Packets are perfect for smoothies, bowls, or even as a base for a refreshing breakfast treat.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 80 per packet
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 35mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 4g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients:
Organic Acai Puree (Water, Organic Acai), Citric Acid (Acidifier).
6. Potato Pancakes $3.29/10.6 Oz
Trader Joe’s Potato Pancakes are crispy and flavorful, making them a perfect addition to any breakfast plate or a great standalone treat.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: less than 5mg
- Sodium: 350mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Cracker Meal (Wheat Flour), Onions, Water, Canola Oil, Egg Whites, Eggs, Salt, White Pepper.
7. Pumpkin Overnight Oats $1.99/5.5 Oz
Pumpkin Overnight Oats are a seasonal favorite that combines the creamy texture of oats with the warm flavors of pumpkin spice for a comforting and easy breakfast.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 200 per serving
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 33g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Water, Pumpkin Puree, Dates, Rolled Oats, Almond Butter, Cinnamon, Sea Salt, Nutmeg.
8. Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties $2.99/7.8 Oz
For a protein-packed breakfast, these Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties are a flavorful alternative to traditional pork sausages.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 140 per patty
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 390mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 1g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 13g
Ingredients:
Chicken, contains 2% or less of sea salt, vinegar powder, water, dried sage leaves, parsley, ground thyme, red chili pepper flakes, crushed red pepper, black pepper, ground clove, rosemary extract.
9. Dutch Griddle Cakes $3.49/14.11 Oz
These Dutch Griddle Cakes are an easy way to enjoy a classic breakfast treat that’s both sweet and satisfying.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 34g
- Sugars: 15g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, canola oil, water, egg, sugar, whey powder (milk), salt, monocalcium phosphate, baking soda, canola lecithin, natural flavor, citric acid (acidifier).
10. Cinnamon Bun Inspired Pancake & Waffle Mix $3.99/16 Oz
Start your day with the indulgent taste of cinnamon buns in pancake or waffle form with this flavorful mix from Trader Joe’s.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 180 per serving
- Total Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 480mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 37g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Unbleached enriched flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cinnamon confectionary bits (sugar, palm oil, palm kernel oil, cinnamon, sunflower lecithin [emulsifier], wheat flour), brown sugar, sugar, buttermilk powder, leavening (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, cornstarch, monocalcium phosphate), sea salt, cinnamon, canola oil, natural flavors.
11. 4 Cheese Pastry Rolls $4.79/8.8 Oz
These 4 Cheese Pastry Rolls are flaky, cheesy, and perfect for a decadent breakfast or a special treat any time of day.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 220 per roll
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 170mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Unbleached enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cream cheese (pasteurized cultured milk and cream, salt, guar gum, carob bean gum), butter (cream, natural flavor), water, cane sugar, yeast, dough conditioner (wheat gluten, wheat flour, rapeseed lecithin, malted wheat flour, deactivated yeast, ascorbic acid, enzymes), carob bean gum, lemon juice, salt, whole milk powder, cornstarch, vanilla extract (water, ethyl alcohol, vanilla bean extractives), rice starch, wheat gluten, natural flavor, xanthan gum, citric acid (acidulant).
12. 4 Chocolate Croissants $5.49/12 Oz
For a touch of luxury in the morning, these 4 Chocolate Croissants are a perfect choice. They’re buttery, flaky, and filled with rich chocolate.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 320 per croissant
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 36g
- Sugars: 11g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Unbleached enriched flour (enriched flour [wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], ascorbic acid [dough conditioner], enzymes), butter (cream [milk], natural flavors), water, semisweet chocolate (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor), sugar, yeast, dough conditioner (wheat flour, malted wheat flour, ascorbic acid, enzymes), salt, wheat gluten.
13. Meatless Breakfast Sausage Patties $3.99/8 Oz
These Meatless Breakfast Sausage Patties are a great plant-based alternative that still delivers on flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 70 per patty
- Total Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 4g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 7g
Ingredients:
Water, textured soy protein (soy protein concentrate), wheat gluten, canola oil, natural flavors, potato starch, methyl cellulose, tamari soy sauce powder (soy sauce [soybeans, salt, sugar], maltodextrin), oat fiber, fruit juice (color), ground sage, ground fennel seed, black pepper, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder.
14. Egg Wraps $4.69/4.44 Oz
Egg Wraps are a versatile breakfast item that can be filled with your favorite ingredients for a quick and easy meal.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 60 per 2 wrapS
- Total Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 2g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients:
Egg Whites, Eggs, Gluten Free Flour Blend (Rice Flour [Brown Rice Flour, Stabilized Rice Bran With Germ], Sorghum Flour, Millet Flour, Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Tapioca Starch, Xanthan Gum, Sea Salt, White Pepper), Olive Oil Blend (Olive Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil).
15. Vanilla & Cream Yogurt $2.69/16 Oz
Creamy and delicious, this Vanilla & Cream Yogurt is perfect for a quick breakfast or a tasty snack.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 140 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 55mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 19g
- Sugars: 16g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized grade a milk, sugar, cream, modified cornstarch, whey protein concentrate, tapioca starch, natural flavors, bovine gelatin, citric acid, live active cultures (s. Thermophilus, l. Bulgaricus, l. Acidophilus, bifidobacterium, l. Casei).
16. Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Quiche $2.99/6 Oz
This Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Quiche is a savory breakfast option that combines the goodness of eggs with nutritious broccoli and cheese.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 420 per serving
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
- Sodium: 670mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 26g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 16g
Ingredients:
Eggs, milk (milk, vitamin d3), unbleached enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), mild cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme, annatto [color]), broccoli, palm shortening, sharp cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, salt, cheese cultures, annatto [color], microbial enzyme), onions, water, canola oil, cornstarch, dried garlic, sea salt, oat fiber, sugar, butter (pasteurized cream, salt), black pepper.
17. Uncured Turkey Bacon $3.99/8 Oz
For a lighter alternative to traditional bacon, try Uncured Turkey Bacon. It offers the same great flavor with less fat and fewer calories.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 35 per slice
- Total Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Turkey, Water, Sea Salt, Raw Sugar, Paprika, Beet Powder (Color), Onion Powder, Spice
18. Spinach & Feta Egg White Burrito $4.49/7.1 Oz
This Spinach & Feta Egg White Burrito is a nutritious and satisfying breakfast option that combines egg whites with fresh spinach and feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 410 per burrito
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 740mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 43g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 19g
Ingredients:
Wheat tortilla (enriched wheat flour [wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], whole wheat flour, water, canola oil, cultured wheat flour [to preserve], sea salt, leavening agent [sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, monocalcium phosphate], mono- and diglycerides [to preserve], citric acid [to preserve], yeast, guar gum), egg whites (egg whites, water, citric acid [to maintain color]), spinach, feta cheese (milk, salt, cheese cultures, vegetable enzymes), cream cheese (cultured milk and cream, salt, stabilizers [guar gum, carob bean gum]), sun dried tomatoes (tomatoes, sulfur dioxide [to maintain color]), tomato paste, canola oil, cornstarch, salt, sugar, dried garlic, dried onion, oregano.
19. Soy Chorizo $2.99/12 Oz
For a spicy, plant-based option, try Trader Joe’s Soy Chorizo. It’s perfect for adding bold flavors to your breakfast dishes.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 130 per serving
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 660mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients:
Water, textured soy protein, soybean oil, paprika (for color), sea salt, distilled white vinegar, contains 2% or less of cultured dextrose (to preserve), maltodextrin, caramel color, spices, dried red pepper, garlic powder.
20. Focaccia Bread with Roasted Tomato & Parmesan $4.99/14 Oz
This Focaccia Bread with Roasted Tomato & Parmesan is a savory option that adds a delicious Italian touch to your breakfast.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: less than 5mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Unbleached enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, roasted diced tomatoes (roasted tomato, canola oil, white wine vinegar, garlic, sea salt, dried oregano), parmesan cheese (pasteurized part skim milk, cheese culture, salt, microbial enzymes, powdered cellulose), extra virgin olive oil, contains 2% or less of sea salt, glucono-delta-lactone (maintains freshness), whole wheat flour, sugar, yeast, dried parsley, garlic, sunflower oil, sunflower lecithin, natural flavor.
Conclusion
With these 20 Trader Joe’s breakfast essentials, your mornings are about to get a whole lot better. Each item brings something special to the table, making your breakfast routine not just easier but also more enjoyable.
So, next time you’re stocking up at Trader Joe’s, don’t forget to pick up these game-changing items to transform your AM routine!
