Trader Joe’s is well known for its eclectic array of delicious and unique desserts. But with so many tempting options, how do you know which ones are truly worth adding to your cart? We’ve done the hard work of taste-testing and ranking the best Trader Joe’s desserts, so you only spend your money on the best. Here are the top picks you don’t want to miss!
1. Joe-Joe’s $4.49/12.5 Oz
Why We Love This
Trader Joe’s Joe-Joe’s are the store’s take on classic sandwich cookies, but with more flavor. Perfect for dunking in milk or eating straight from the package, these are an all-time favorite.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 130 per serving
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients
Sugar, Palm Oil, Rice Flour, Tapioca Starch, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Canola Oil, Oat Flour, Cornstarch, Invert Sugar Syrup, Semisweet Chocolate (Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Dextrose), Xanthan Gum, Baking Soda, Ground Vanilla Beans, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Ammonium Bicarbonate (Leavening), Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Sea Salt.
Preparation Instructions
No preparation necessary—just enjoy!
Versatility of Use
Crush them for dessert crusts or enjoy them as a stand-alone treat.
What Customers Say
“Better than Oreos! A must-have cookie.”
2. Gone Bananas! $2.49/8 Oz
Why We Love This
Frozen banana slices dipped in rich dark chocolate—these bite-sized treats are perfect for a healthier dessert option that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 100 per serving
- Fat: 3.5g
- Carbs: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients
Banana, Dark Chocolate (Cane Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Powder, Soy Lecithin, Skim Milk Powder, Natural Vanilla Flavor), Coconut Oil.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy straight from the freezer.
Versatility of Use
Top yogurt or ice cream with these for added crunch.
What Customers Say
“Delicious, guilt-free treats for hot summer days.”
3. Pancake Bread $4.49/15 oz
Why We Love This
Buttermilk pancake flavor in a moist, loaf form. The pancake bread is ideal for breakfast or a sweet dessert with a cup of coffee.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 350 per slice
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 45g
- Sugar: 22g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients
Enriched flour, sugar, butter, eggs, maple syrup
Preparation Instructions
Serve it straight or toast it lightly for extra flavor.
Versatility of Use
Perfect on its own or with berries and whipped cream.
What Customers Say
“The best breakfast bread out there. Great with coffee.”
4. New York Deli-Style Baked Cheesecake $7.99/30 Oz
Why We Love This
Rich and creamy, this classic New York-style cheesecake is dense and decadent, with a graham cracker crust for added texture.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 400 per serving
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: 29g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients
Cheesecake: Cream Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk and Cream, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Carob Bean Gum, Guar Gum), Sugar, Sour Cream (Cultured Cream, Microbial Enzyme), Whole Eggs, Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vanilla Extract (Water, Alcohol, Vanilla Bean Extractives).
Crust: Graham Crumb (Wheat Flour, Graham Flour, Sugar, Palm Oil, Molasses, Honey, Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate), Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Sugar, Palm Fruit Oil, Butter, Vanilla Extract (Water, Alcohol, Vanilla Bean Extractives).
Preparation Instructions
Thaw and serve. It’s as simple as that!
Versatility of Use
Top with fresh berries or caramel for extra flavor.
What Customers Say
“Tastes like it’s from a bakery! Best frozen cheesecake I’ve had.”
5. Sea Salt Brownie Petites $3.99/8 oz
Why We Love This
These bite-sized brownies have the perfect balance of sweet and salty with the sprinkle of sea salt enhancing the rich chocolate flavor.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 19g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients
Sugar, cocoa powder, butter, sea salt
Preparation Instructions
Ready to eat straight from the box.
Versatility of Use
Serve them on their own, or crumble over ice cream for a decadent dessert.
What Customers Say
“These are so good, I could eat the whole box in one sitting.”
6. Chocolate Brooklyn Babka $5.99/18 Oz
Why We Love This
Swirls of rich chocolate nestled in soft, pillowy bread, this babka is a treat for chocolate lovers.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 32g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients
Unbleached Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Enzyme, Folic Acid, Malted Barley Flour), Water, Eggs, Organic Tofu (Water, Organic Whole Soybeans, Calcium Sulfate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Nigari [Sea Water Extract], Vitamin B6, Vitamin D2, Vitamin B12), Cane Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Expeller Pressed Soybean and/or Canola Oil), Palm Oil, Cocoa Powder, Chocolate Syrup (Sugar, Cocoa Powder [Processed with Alkali], Palm Oil, Chocolate Liquor, Salt), Yeast, Distilled Vinegar, Chocolate Chips (Sugar, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter), Vanilla Extract (Water, Ethyl Alcohol, Sugar, Vanilla Bean Extractives), Natural Orange Flavor (Ethyl Alcohol, Orange Oil, Water), Salt, Xanthan Gum.
Preparation Instructions
Best served slightly warmed to melt the chocolate inside.
Versatility of Use
Pairs well with coffee, or use it to make indulgent French toast.
What Customers Say
“Rich and chocolatey, with a perfect balance of flavor.”
7. Chocolate Lava Cakes $3.79/7.6 Oz
Why We Love This
These restaurant-quality lava cakes have a molten chocolate center that oozes out when you cut into them, making for an indulgent dessert.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 370 per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 26g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients
Sugar, Eggs, Butter (Cream [Milk], Salt), Water, Unbleached Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Cane Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate Processed with Alkali, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, Natural Vanilla Flavor), Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Whipping Cream (Cream [Milk], Carrageenan), Baking Powder (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Cassava Flour, Monocalcium Phosphate), Natural Flavor, Modified Tapioca Starch, Salt, Soy Lecithin, Palm Shortening (Palm Oil, Fractionated Palm Oil), Gum Blend (Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum).
Preparation Instructions
Microwave or bake for a few minutes to achieve the gooey center.
Versatility of Use
Perfect for date nights or special occasions.
What Customers Say
“Absolute perfection in a dessert. So rich and delicious.”
8. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups $4.99/16 Oz
Why We Love This
These peanut butter cups are a fan favorite for good reason. They combine rich dark chocolate with creamy peanut butter, creating a balanced, decadent treat.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 140 per serving
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 11g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients
Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Sugar, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate Liquor Processed with Alkali, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier], Natural Flavor), Peanut Butter (Peanuts), Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Lactose, Salt, Palm Oil, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier).
Preparation Instructions
No preparation needed—just unwrap and enjoy!
Versatility of Use
Add them to baked goods or enjoy them on their own.
What Customers Say
“These are better than any store-bought peanut butter cups.”
9. Vanilla Ice Cream Bon Bons $3.99/7.5 oz
Why We Love This
Rich vanilla ice cream with a chocolate coating on a cookie base, these bite-sized bon bons are perfect for a small treat.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 160 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 17g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients
Vanilla ice cream, chocolate, cookie base
Preparation Instructions
Serve directly from the freezer.
Versatility of Use
A great snack for when you want just a little something sweet.
What Customers Say
“These are the perfect size and so delicious.”
10. French Vanilla Ice Cream $4.49/1 Qt
Why We Love This
Trader Joe’s French Vanilla Ice Cream is creamy, rich, and full of classic vanilla flavor, making it a perfect dessert base or a stand-alone treat.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 330 per serving
- Fat: 21g
- Carbs: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 28g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients
Cream, Milk, Cane Sugar, Sugared Egg Yolks (Egg Yolks, Sugar), Natural Vanilla Flavor, Stabilizer Blend (Carob Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Cane Sugar).
Preparation Instructions
Scoop and enjoy!
Versatility of Use
Serve with toppings, or use it in shakes and sundaes.
What Customers Say
“One of the best vanilla ice creams on the market.”
Additional Desserts to Buy:
- French Macarons
- Hold the Cone
- Sublime Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Mochi
- Scandinavian Swimmers
- Chocolate Chip Cocoa Meringues
- Dark Chocolate Almond Laceys
- Chocolate and Peanut Butter Joe-Joe’s
- Tiramisu Torte
- Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Date Royales
- Lemon Bars
- Dark Chocolate Covered Minty Mallows
- Italian Custard Cream Puffs
Final Say
Trader Joe’s offers a vast selection of desserts that cater to every sweet tooth. From the gooey decadence of the Chocolate Lava Cakes to the refreshing zing of the Lemon Bars, these are the only desserts truly worth your money. Whether you’re indulging in a treat yourself or serving up something sweet for a gathering, you can’t go wrong with these top picks from Trader Joe’s!
