15 Must-Have Trader Joe’s Pantry Items This December

The holidays are almost here, and your pantry looks pretty bare. Don't worry, we've got you covered with the best Trader Joe's hacks for saving money on cozy comfort foods, sweet treats, ingredients for your family's holiday meals, and shelf-stable staples this December.

We scoured Trader Joe's aisles and found bargains on everything from rich peppermint chocolate marshmallows to a tasty tomato sauce trio. So, go ahead and pack your pantry. These 15 deals aren't just delicious. They'll also leave cash in your wallet.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $3.49

Pass on plain crackers and pick up this returning pantry product. The flaky phyllo layers, sweet dried cranberries, and slightly salty seed blend come together to create a magically mouthwatering crisp. Add the tasty treat to a holiday charcuterie platter, sprinkle a few over vanilla ice cream, or eat this pick straight from the box.

Price: $9.99

Make the perfect pasta course for your family's holiday meal. Instead of the same plain topping you always use, try this tasty trio. The three-pack includes 10.23-ounce jars of eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper-packed Roasted Vegetable, "Baby Roma" Cherry Tomato, and savory olive, caper, and anchovy Puttanesca sauce.

Price: $2.79

Warm up on a chilly winter evening with this minty green tea. The candy cane-flavored blend is bold, brisk, and tastes like the holidays. And don't worry about this pick keeping you up all night. It's naturally caffeine-free.

Price: $8.99

Trader Joe's just debuted a new EVOO, and this limited-time pantry product has a flavor you'll savor. Pour the delicately smooth blend over pasta, use it as a dipping sauce, or spread it onto seared salmon. 

Price: $10.99

Looking for something different to drizzle over toast or stir into a piping-hot cup of tea? This trio is it.

Score three eight-ounce bottles (lemon, ginger, and lavender) for under $11 right now. Hint: Use the flavorful honey to make a standout seasonal cocktail or a festive mocktail.

Price: $3.99

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the dark chocolate and crushed candy cane-coated treat. Or, if you feel like getting creative in the kitchen, use the gourmet goodies to make sinfully sumptuous s'mores, mix them into hot chocolate, or add the mouthwatering marshmallows to Christmas cupcakes.

Price: $2.99

Get all the tastes you crave in one bag. This on-trend item features sweet honey, hot cayenne pepper, and a subtly salty kick.

What do shoppers think? Redditor Travels4Food raved, "It's like the best kettle corn you've ever had, with a little chase of heat."

Price: $4.49

Bake the yummiest treats of the season without starting from scratch. If you need a little help in the kitchen, this chocolate-peppermint mix is the perfect pantry pick. Use it to make a decadently delicious dessert loaf, brownies, or cookies.

Price: $3.99

Do visions of "sugar plums" dance in your head? Serve something special this season. Toast the holidays with this non-alcoholic bubbly or mix the plum and white juice concentrate blend into a mocktail.

Price: $4.49

Use this eight-ounce bag of unsalted, dry-roasted pecan pieces to make a pie, bake cookies, or add them to a fresh green salad. You can also mix the nuts into a savory homemade pesto sauce or sprinkle them over grilled chicken.

Get serious savings on this pantry staple. Compare $4.49 at Trader Joe's to $5.59 for a smaller six-ounce bag from Diamond of California (at Target).

Price: $2.49

Whip up hearty, comforting lasagna for less. Trader Joe's one-pound box of pasta is a steal for $2.49. And bonus, the no-boil noodles are oven-ready.

Price: $7.99

As the name says, this quartet is for Trader Joe's "baton" lovers. And if you're not already a fan, now is the time to try these tasty treats.

This affordable assortment of delicately crispy wafers includes Cookies and Cream, Hazelnut, Chocolatey Orange, and Cocoa flavors.

Price: $4.99

Also known as ghee, clarified butter has a high smoke point, making it ideal for sautéing, frying, and roasting.

At $4.99 for eight ounces, this is a budget-friendly bargain you might not find elsewhere. Whole Foods Market sells a nine-ounce jar from 4th & Heart for $13.99.

Price: $3.99

It's back. This seasonal fan favorite is on store shelves, and Trader Joe's shoppers can't get enough of the sweet spread. While you certainly can smear it onto cinnamon buns, you can also slather it over pancakes, waffles, toast, apple slices, or Christmas cookies.

Price: $4.99

Snap up this seasonal snack before it flies off store shelves. The peppermint, chocolate, and almond combo is sweet, salty, and terrifically tangy. Pro tip: Add mini marshmallows, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips to make a festive holiday trail mix.

Whether you're prepping for the holidays or stocking up for the winter, you can pack your pantry for less this December. Trader Joe's has can't-miss deals on the season's most popular products. And you won't need coupons or a special loyalty club card to save money shopping.

Are you a fan of Trader Joe's seasonal finds? If you can't get enough of the retailer's candy cane green tea, chocolate peppermint baking mix, and other Christmas-time items, pick up a few packs before they're gone. These deals are only available until the end of December.