Trader Joe's August rollouts are perfect for quick meals, healthy snacks, and entertaining. You can find plenty of freezer deals, seasonal items, and pantry staples at affordable prices.
Knowing which new items are worth watching is one of the best shopping hacks for Trader Joe's, and here are 15 we're tossing in our carts this month.
Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.
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Strawberry Mini Sheet Cake
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Price: $5.99
A Trader Joe's Strawberry Mini Sheet Cake serves six and is perfect for summer get-togethers or to enjoy at home. It's made with strawberry cake and strawberry cream cheese frosting.
Those who have already tried it love it, with Reddit user madgirllovesong sharing, "The frosting is just sweet enough, and the cake is very moist with a light strawberry flavor."
Burrata Filled Ravioli
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Price: $3.99
The seasonal Sweet Corn, Burrata, & Basil Ravioli is a Trader Joe's must-have. It's filled with ricotta and burrata cheeses, fresh corn, and basil, making an incredibly flavorful dish. Plus, it has cheddar and Parmesan cheese along with breadcrumbs. You can boil it and top it with your favorite sauce or bake it into a delicious pasta meal.
Reddit user hyoshi1 shares, "Best ravioli ever! I usually toss them in olive oil and top with salt, pepper, and hot sauce!"
Everything but the Elote Greek Style Yogurt Dip
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Price: $3.79
TJ's new dip is healthy and delicious, and it pairs perfectly with pretzels, chips, veggies, or your other favorite foods to dip. This 60-calorie yogurt dip has garlic, Parmesan, and chipotle pepper powder with sweet corn kernels. It's ideal as a passing dish for snacking or as part of a party tray.
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Shrimp Boom Bah
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Price: $8.99
Trader Joe's 16-ounce Shrimp Boom Bah is sweet, slightly spicy, and crispy. It contains shelled, tail-off shrimp in a seasoned batter and comes with a separate sweet and spicy sauce. This shrimp makes the perfect appetizer, or you can use it in wraps or salads.
Reddit user haley232323 shared, "I air fried the shrimp and kept the sauce on the side to dip the shrimp in."
Korean Style Beef Short Ribs
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Price: $14.99
When you need a quick, 15-minute dinner, these Korean-style beef Short Ribs are the perfect option. Marinated in a sweet and savory marinade, you'll get flavors of soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar. You can cook them on the grill or stove top and pair them with a simple side for a quick dinner.
Truffle Flavored BBQ Sauce
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Price: $3.49
If you're looking for a barbecue sauce that stands out from the rest, this Trader Joe's find is the one for you.
The Truffle Flavored BBQ Sauce has a smoky flavor with sugar, tomato, and vinegar, seasoned with garlic, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, and black summer truffle. It's spicy and slightly sweet, perfect for ribs, pulled pork, or other grilled meats.
Sparkling Watermelon Juice
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Price: $3.99
Enjoy this limited-time flavor while the weather is still hot. This sparkling juice drink hits the spot when you need to refresh yourself. It has no added sugar and is a healthy alternative to soda, plus you can mix it into cocktails for a unique twist.
Shopping pro tip: This month's best deals
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August is here, and with it comes the final stretch of summer. It’s a great time to soak up the season and scoop up hot deals before they fade. Look for savings on:
- Travel and getaway must-haves
- Back-to-school basics
- Clearance swimwear and warm-weather styles
- For grocery savings, grab peak-season produce, like tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, and berries
As retailers shift their focus to fall, August is the last chance to snag summer essentials at unbeatable prices. Shop smart now before the season (and the savings) slip away.
Strawberry Lemonade Ice Bars
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Price: $3.29
Trader Joe's compares their Strawberry Lemonade Ice Bars to an Italian Ice on a stick and to strawberry lemonade. The mix makes an irresistible sweet and sour dessert without artificial flavors. Each bar is less than 50 calories, making it easy to fit them into your diet plan.
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Deli Sandwich Style Potato Chips
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Price: $2.99
Trader Joe's seven-ounce bag of Deli Sandwich Style Potato Chips is rolling out this month, and you won't want to miss it. They aimed to create a chip that would pair perfectly with a sandwich, and they achieved their goal with this item.
Reddit user Curious_kitten129 shared, "I love them! The flavors feel so layered, and I feel like I taste something different every time."
Cheddar Cheese with Caramelized Onions
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Price: $10.99
A returning favorite, this cheddar cheese is perfect for hamburgers, sandwiches, and other favorite meals, and adding caramelized onions only enhances the flavor. If you want it as a snack, pair it with crackers, bread, pepperoni, or other meat.
Reddit user alwayssoupy says, "White cheddar cheese with caramelized onion, I could slice up and eat a whole block just by itself."
Organic Watermelon Fruit Spread
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Price: $2.99
This limited-edition Organic Watermelon Fruit Spread is another fan-favorite that's returned. It gives the flavor of watermelon from a jar, so even if your favorite fruit is soon out of season you can enjoy the fresh flavor from this jar.
Spread it on toast or eat it with soft cheeses on a charcuterie board. Other watermelon jelly from Stonewall Kitchen costs $10.29 at Walmart, so the Trader Joe's option is definitely the more affordable treat.
Korean Japchae Fried Rice
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Price: $3.99
One of the best items rolling out at Trader Joe's this month is the Korean Japchae Fried Rice. It contains white rice, sweet potato, glass noodles, and vegetables, including shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, peppers, onions, and carrots. The dish is seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil, and only takes a few minutes to cook.
Quick tips: How to save on your grocery bill
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Grocery shopping doesn't have to break the bank when you use the right strategies. Here are three quick tips for reducing food expenses:
- Buy store brands instead of name brands whenever possible.
- Always make sure to compare unit prices, not just sticker prices.
- Join your store's loyalty program so you don’t miss out on member discounts.
Even though something like choosing coupons in your grocery store app can feel like an annoying task, the savings can really add up.
Sparkling Orange Flavored Espresso Tonic
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Price: $3.99
If you like coffee but want a refreshing summer drink, you'll want to try Trader Joe's Sparkling Orange Flavored Espresso Tonic. It has tangy and tart flavors, along with bubbles, but also has espresso to boost your caffeine intake for the day. The espresso tonic comes as a pack of four 8.45-ounce cans.
Peanut Butter Caramel Coated Popcorn
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Price: $3.79
This six-ounce, flavorful, crunchy treat is one of the best items to roll out at Trader Joe's. Their Peanut Butter Caramel Coated Popcorn has a savory, hot, smoky, and sweet flavor, all mixed into one.
Customers love them, with Reddit user wassupsooshi suggesting that you "Put them in the freezer. They taste way better frozen!" Another user, sj_numba1, raves, "These are so dangerously addicting!"
Organic Spicy Honey Sauce
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Price: $2.99
It's hard to find organic sauces that taste delicious, but Trader Joe's makes it happen. This Organic Spicy Honey Sauce perfectly combines sweet and spicy notes with a honey aroma and chili peppers to add a touch of spice.
Bottom line
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With Trader Joe's rolling out so many tempting items, you'll find something you love. While you're there, you can use more smart shopping hacks to help you save more, like snagging personal care items that are beauty dupes for a bargain and grabbing a fancy bottle of wine for a few dollars.
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