As October 2025 arrives, Trader Joe’s transforms into a autumnal wonderland, bursting with pumpkin-spiced delights, harvest-inspired treats, and cozy comfort foods.
From indulgent waffles and mac & cheese twists to innovative spreads and seasonal snacks, these trending finds capture the essence of fall flavors.
Discover our curated list of must-buy items, complete with prices and descriptions, to elevate your shopping cart this month—perfect for gatherings, quick bites, or simply savoring the season’s warmth.
Simit Turkish Sesame Bread – $3.49, 14.1 Oz.
- A 14.1-ounce package of Ankara-style simit, smaller and snackable, with a chewy, nutty interior and crisp, dense exterior, baked not boiled, suitable for eating plain, dipping in hummus, or serving with butter, jam, or cheese.
Protein Pancakes – $3.79, 4.9 Oz.
- A 4.9-ounce package of fully cooked, gluten-free silver dollar-style pancakes with 20 grams of protein per package, made from cottage cheese, egg whites, whole eggs, and oat flour, with a touch of sugar and vanilla, ideal for a protein-rich breakfast.
Ketchup Flavored Lattice Potato Chips – $3.49, 7 Oz.
- A 7-ounce bag of lattice-cut chips with a sweet, tangy, vinegar-forward ketchup flavor and extra crunch from their criss-cross shape, offering a satisfying snack.
Peach Flavored Glaze – $2.99, 8.45 Oz.
- An 8.45-ounce bottle of Italian-made glaze combining balsamic vinegar of Modena with peach juice concentrate, perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, fish, ricotta toast, oatmeal, ice cream, or cheesecake, available through the end of October.
Furikake Snack Mix – $3.99, 7.5 Oz
- A 7.5-ounce bag blending mochi crisps, sesame sticks, corn chips, waffle crisps, and wasabi peas, coated in a buttery, umami seasoning with dried seaweed and sesame seeds, providing a crunchy, salty, slightly sweet, and spicy snack.
Buffalo Blue Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread – $4.99, 9 Oz.
- A 9-ounce container of spreadable cheese blended with blue cheese and Buffalo-style hot sauce, creamy and bold with the right amount of spice, ideal for bagels, crackers, Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps, or holiday charcuterie boards.
GT’s Synergy Living in Gratitude Raw Kombucha – $3.49, 16 Oz.
- A 16-ounce bottle of seasonal kombucha with apple cider vinegar notes, carrot juice, turmeric, and warm fall spices like cinnamon and cloves, raw, organic, and packed with probiotics, offering a tasty and functional drink.
Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Ravioli – $3.99, 8.8 Oz
- An 8.8-ounce package of fresh Italian-made ravioli filled with tangy goat cheese and sweet caramelized onions, balanced flavors in a delicate pasta wrapper, cooks in less than five minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
Pumpkin & Spice Brioche Style Liège Waffles – $4.49, 11.64 Oz.
- Individually wrapped Belgian waffles made with pumpkin purée and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Includes bits of pearl sugar for crunch; great for breakfast or dessert, can be eaten straight from package or warmed with toppings.
Apple Cider Donuts – $4.99, 15.6 Oz.
- Old-fashioned cake doughnuts with apple cider in the batter, coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Moist and fluffy with a satisfying crunch; evokes autumnal spirit, enjoy straight out of the box or warmed.
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese – $3.79, 12 Oz.
- Frozen meal with decadent butternut-squash sauce, notes of sage and salty cheese.
- Smooth, thick sauce with Gouda, cheddar, and Parmesan; rigatoni cooks al dente in microwave.
Pumpkin Spice Mini Sheet Cake – $5.99, 18 Oz.
- Features pumpkin purée for moist crumb, spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and ginger.
- Finished with tangy cream cheese frosting; suitable for fall celebrations or simple treats.
Caramelized Onion Goat’s Milk Cheese – $2.99, 4 Oz.
- Spreadable goat cheese combined with caramelized onions and brown sugar.
- Leans sweet, great for balancing saltiness on fall charcuterie boards or salads.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Spread – $2.79, 8 Oz.
- Lightly whipped spread with pumpkin, cream cheese, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and ginger.
- Captures cozy fall flavors; ideal for pumpkin bread, bagels, or as a dip.
Teeny Tiny Apple Pies – $5.49, 7.76 Oz.
- Miniature desserts with flaky crust, sweet-tart apple filling seasoned with cinnamon and lemon.
- Covered with buttery brown sugar crumble; pack of four, three inches each, perfect for snacking.
Pumpkin-and-Ginger Hold the Cone Treats – $3.99, 7.9Oz.
- Creamy pumpkin ice cream with warm ginger for spicy-sweet flavors.
- Light, delicate cones; ideal for after-dinner snacks, more interesting than standard ice-cream treats.
Pumpkin-Cranberry Crisps – $3.99, 5.3 Oz.
- Crackers combining pumpkin spice and tart cranberry, sweeter than standard but savory.
- Sturdy for dips; best with sweet dips like cranberry-crusted chèvre or pumpkin hummus.
Pumpkin-Spice Hummus – $2.49, 8 Oz.
- Sweet hummus capturing pumpkin pie essence with nutmeg and cinnamon.
- Thicker, whipped quality; amazing with pumpkin-cranberry crisps or graham crackers.
Frozen Pumpkin Waffles – $3.49, 9.9 Oz.
- Subtle pumpkin taste with mellow spice, not overly sweet.
- Crunchy edges, chewy fluffy center; enjoy with butter, maple butter, or cinnamon spread.
Harvest Chili – $4.99, 20 Oz.
- Vegetarian chili with sweet potato, butternut squash, and pumpkin puree.
- Smoky, spicy, savory, subtly sweet; microwave in under 10 minutes.
Pumpkin Rolls – $4.99, 17.5 Oz.
- Ready-to-bake rolls like cinnamon bun crossed with pumpkin bread.
- Soft with nutmeg and spices; includes cinnamon-nutmeg icing.
Pumpkin-Spice Pretzel Slims – $2.99, 6 Oz.
- Crispy thin pretzels coated in sugary yogurt with mellow pumpkin spices.
- Crunchy pepita sprinkles; mix of sweet and salty flavors.
Pumpkin-Bread Mix – $3.49, 17.5 Oz.
- Gluten-free mix for moist pumpkin bread, bakes in under an hour.
- Flavors of nutmeg, clove, cinnamon, and actual pumpkin; not overly sweet.
Maple Leaf Ice Cream Sandwiches – $3.99, 12.17 Oz.
- Maple-flavored ice cream between maple leaf-shaped cookies, using real maple syrup.
- Creamy texture with slight bite; seasonal delicacy.
Mini Spicy Pumpkin Samosas – $4.99, 8.5 Oz.
- Filled with paneer cheese, pumpkin chunks, garam masala, cumin, and chile.
- Encased in flaky pastry; great appetizer for fall meals.
Apple Pie Spread – $3.99, 10 Oz.
- Tastes like homemade apple pie filling with chopped apples, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Versatile for waffles, yogurt, coffee, cocktails, or ice cream.
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites – $3.99, 10 Oz.
- Bite-sized balls of butternut squash mac & cheese, battered and lightly fried.
- Indulgent, cheesy with squash purée; perfect for snacking or parties.
