Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and Trader Joe’s offers a delightful array of cereals and granolas that make starting your morning easy and delicious. Whether you prefer something crunchy, sweet, or packed with wholesome ingredients, this list of the top 15 cereals and granolas from Trader Joe’s has something for everyone. Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with these must-try picks that are perfect for any pantry.
15. Grainless Granola $4.29/10 Oz
Trader Joe’s Grainless Granola defies convention by delivering all the satisfying crunch and sweetness of traditional granola without the grains. This innovative mix combines almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and dried coconut, perfectly sweetened with coconut sugar and tapioca syrup. The result is a deliciously crunchy snack that feels just as hearty and fulfilling as its oat-filled counterparts. Fans rave about its versatility, whether enjoyed by the handful, paired with milk for breakfast, or mixed into yogurt and fruit for a delightful parfait. For those seeking a grain-free option without compromising on taste or texture, Trader Joe’s Grainless Granola hits the mark.
14. Tiny Fruity Cuties Cereal $3.99/16 Oz
Trader Joe’s Tiny Fruity Cuties are a delightful and vibrant cereal that brings a nostalgic twist to your breakfast routine. These colorful, flower-shaped and moon-shaped bits pack a satisfying crunch, thanks to their corn and oat composition, maintaining their texture even after soaking in milk. Customers love the sweet, citrusy flavor profile with notes of tangy tangerine and hints of lemongrass, all achieved with natural flavors and vibrant colors derived from fruit and vegetable juices. Enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, Tiny Fruity Cuties are not only a fun and tasty way to start your day but also a great snack option for any time. Whether you enjoy them with milk or by the handful, this cereal is sure to brighten up your pantry and your palate.
13. Joe-Joe’s Granola Cookies & Creme $3.69/12 Oz
Trader Joe’s Joe-Joe’s Granola is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, transforming the beloved Joe-Joe’s Cookies into an irresistible breakfast or snack option. This granola blends toasted rolled oats, crispy brown rice, cocoa, cane sugar, and delectable bits of Joe-Joe’s-style chocolate-and-vanilla-crème sandwich cookies into crunchy, cookies-n-cream clusters. Customers rave about its perfect balance of sweetness and crunch, making it an ideal companion to a bowl of milk or a non-dairy beverage for breakfast. For a truly indulgent treat, try adding a few scoops to your favorite ice cream. Whether for breakfast or dessert, Trader Joe’s Joe-Joe’s Granola is a crowd-pleaser that brings the joy of Joe-Joe’s Cookies to every bite.
12. Honey O’s $2.69/13.5 Oz
Trader Joe’s Honey O’s Cereal is a favorite among breakfast enthusiasts, offering a nutritious and budget-friendly start to the day. This toasted whole grain oats cereal packs in 23 grams of whole grain and three grams of dietary fiber per serving, ensuring a hearty and healthy breakfast. Customers love the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness, with each bite delivering a delightful mix of toasted oats and honey flavor. Beyond taste, Honey O’s are fortified with essential micronutrients like iron, thiamin, and zinc, making it a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. Whether enjoyed with a splash of milk or as a dry snack, Trader Joe’s Honey O’s Cereal is a delicious and wholesome way to fuel your morning.
11. Joe’s O’s $2.49/15 Oz
Trader Joe’s Joe’s O’s Cereal is a nutritious and versatile breakfast choice made with toasted whole grain oats, providing a satisfying crunch in every bite. Each 1 ¾ cup serving boasts 33 grams of whole grains and 4 grams of fiber, along with a robust array of vitamins and minerals, including 25% of your daily value (DV) of zinc, 45% DV iron, and 60% DV thiamin (vitamin B1). Customers love its simple, wholesome ingredients and the balanced nutrition it offers, making it a favorite among both adults and children. Enjoy Joe’s O’s with milk for a hearty breakfast or straight out of the box as a convenient snack for the littlest eaters. Whether at the table or on the go, Joe’s O’s are a deliciously well-rounded choice for the whole family.
10. Just the Clusters Maple Pecan Granola $3.79/16 Oz
Trader Joe’s Just the Clusters Maple Pecan Granola Cereal remains a customer favorite, thanks to its perfectly crunchy, granola-like clusters made from whole grains, rolled oats, real maple syrup, and crispy pecans. Inspired by conversations with customers who love snacking on the clusters alone, this cereal delivers deliciously sweet and nutty bites that are as versatile as they are tasty. Enjoy it traditionally in a bowl with milk or a non-dairy beverage like Maple Oat Beverage, or get creative by adding it to homemade trail mixes, Pumpkin Yogurt parfaits, or as a delightful topping on Salted Maple Ice Cream. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying breakfast or a convenient snack, Just the Clusters Maple Pecan Granola offers a flavorful and satisfying option.
9. Gluten Free Granola Loaded Fruit & Nut $3.99/12 Oz
Trader Joe’s Loaded Fruit & Nut Gluten Free Granola lives up to its name, offering a deliciously abundant mix of raisins, coconut, dried cranberries, apricots, almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, and pecans. This granola is further enriched with sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and flax seeds, creating a truly “loaded” experience. The super crunchy, lightly sweetened, corn-based, cup-shaped flakes provide the perfect base for this medley of fruits and nuts. Free from gluten and dairy, this granola is a versatile and satisfying option for many diets. Customers rave about enjoying it sprinkled over yogurt, paired with a coconut beverage, or simply snacking on it straight from the bag. Whether for breakfast or a nutritious snack, Trader Joe’s Loaded Fruit & Nut Gluten Free Granola delivers on both flavor and variety.
8. Flakes & Strawberries Cereal $2.99/11.7 Oz
Trader Joe’s Flakes & Strawberries Cereal adds a burst of excitement to your breakfast routine with its crunchy, sweetened wheat and rice flakes, complemented by tart, freeze-dried strawberries. Customers love the lively contrast between the crisp flakes and the vibrant berries, making every bite a delightful experience. Whether you start your morning with a bowl of this cereal and milk or top a cup of Greek Yogurt Strawberry Vanilla for an extra berry boost, it’s a fantastic way to kick off the day. Equally enjoyable as a nighttime snack with your favorite non-dairy milk, like Trader Joe’s Non-Dairy Oat Beverage, this cereal also shines as a creative addition to homemade trail mixes. For a flavorful and versatile option that’s perfect any time of day, Trader Joe’s Flakes & Strawberries Cereal is a clear winner.
7. Passion Fruit Granola $3.99/12 Oz
Trader Joe’s Passion Fruit Granola is the perfect remedy for a mundane morning routine, infusing a burst of tropical flavor into every bite. Made from a wholesome base of rolled oats and cane sugar, this granola comes alive with real Passion Fruit purée and delightful bits of sweet-tart, freeze-dried raspberries. Customers rave about its vibrant, fruity taste that adds an exciting twist to their breakfast. Whether enjoyed straight from the bag, paired with milk, or sprinkled atop Guava Passion Fruit Greek Yogurt for an extra dose of passion, this granola promises to ignite a new love for your breakfast and snacking habits. Say goodbye to plain and hello to passion with Trader Joe’s Passion Fruit Granola.
6. Peanut Butter Protein Granola $3.99/12 Oz
Trader Joe’s Peanut Butter Protein Granola is a delightful treat for granola lovers seeking a protein boost in their breakfast or snack. This granola features chunky, crunchy rolled oat clusters, sweetened with cane sugar and bound together with rich peanut butter and peanuts. The addition of pea protein elevates its protein content to an impressive 11 grams per serving. Customers love the delicious combination of flavors and textures, making it perfect for enjoying straight from the bag, with milk, or sprinkled over yogurt. Whether you’re starting your day or need a satisfying snack, Trader Joe’s Peanut Butter Protein Granola offers a tasty and nutritious option that’s sure to please.
5. Super Nutty Oat Clusters Cereal $4.79/20 Oz
As the saying goes, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We like to think that breakfast can also be the most interesting meal of the day. That’s why we love Trader Joe’s Super Nutty Oat Clusters Cereal, a captivatingly crunchy collection of light, crispy flakes; crunchy oat clusters; and three types of nuts – almonds, brazil nuts, and pecans. This cereal combines these nuts with oats, rice, corn, and wheat, creating a sweet mix with rich toffee notes. Enjoy it with milk or a non-dairy alternative, mix it with nuts and dried fruit for a trek mix, or sprinkle it over yogurt with fruit preserves for an effortless parfait.
4. Strawberry Yogurt O’s $3.99/12 Oz
Trader Joe’s Strawberry Yogurt O’s offer a delightful balance of crunch and tangy-sweet flavor, thanks to the combination of whole oat flour and wheat flour. Some of the O’s are coated in a creamy yogurt coating, while others are not, creating a perfect blend enhanced by additional yogurt chunks. Freeze-dried strawberries add authentic strawberry flavor that intensifies as they rehydrate in milk or a non-dairy beverage. Customers appreciate that these O’s are low in sodium, an excellent source of vitamin C and iron, and made without artificial flavors or preservatives, making them a delicious and nutritious breakfast choice.
3. Crunchy Cinnamon Squares $2.99/12.2 Oz
“Don’t be a square” might be a common way to tell someone to be more adventurous or get out of their comfort zone, but Trader Joe’s Crunchy Cinnamon Squares are here to redefine what it means to be a square. Made from whole wheat and rice flour, these small quadrilaterals are baked to an irresistible crunch, delivering the perfect blend of crispy texture and cinnamon-sugar goodness. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor, making these squares anything but ordinary. Enjoy them the classic way with milk for breakfast, or get creative by making cinnamon-flavored rice crispy treats. Customers love the satisfying crunch and the balanced sweetness, proving that being a square can be pretty cool after all.
2. Maple Pecan Clusters Cereal $4.49/20 Oz
Each bowl of Trader Joe’s Maple Pecan Clusters Cereal delivers a delightful mix of crispy corn flakes, hearty multigrain flakes, and sweet oat-pecan clusters, all rolled in rich maple syrup. With the added bonus of extra pecan pieces, this cereal strikes a perfect balance that appeals to both Team Flakes and Team Clusters. Enjoy it traditionally with milk or a non-dairy beverage, or get creative by using it as a crunchy snack, a flavorful addition to homemade trail mixes, or a tasty topping for Pumpkin Yogurt parfaits. Customers love the satisfying crunch and the warm, sweet flavor of maple and pecans, making it a versatile and delicious choice for any time of day.
1. Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola $3.99/12 Oz
Simon & Garfunkel. Calvin & Hobbes. Peanut Butter & Chocolate. Fate only bestows us with iconic duos like these occasionally, and when it does, it’s our duty to savor them fully. Trader Joe’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola is a tribute to this legendary pairing, featuring sweet, crunchy rolled oats flavored with savory, lightly salty peanut butter and sprinkled with chunks of rich, dark chocolate. Every spoonful celebrates this perfect blend of flavors. Enjoy it traditionally with milk or a non-dairy alternative for a sweet and satisfying breakfast, or indulge by the handful as a snack. Its versatile taste also makes it an excellent topping for yogurt, parfaits, or even ice cream sundaes, earning rave reviews from customers who appreciate this delightful combination.
