12 Christmas Items at Trader Joe’s You Have to Buy This Year

The holiday season is upon us. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and then comes Christmas, and you know what that means.

Christmas goodies in Trader Joe’s! Every year, people check out the grocery store for its unique holiday offerings and rave about them all over social media. This year is no exception and it’s already in full swing.

So, what must-haves should you be on the lookout for this year? We’ve rounded up several items worth giving a go.

1. Gingerbread Oat Creamer

If you’re looking for a non-dairy creamer option for the holidays, Trader Joe’s has a gingerbread oat creamer that’s vegan and gluten-free as well.

It tastes just like gingerbread and can be used to add some holiday cheer to your coffee or tea. It comes in a 16-oz container and costs $1.99.

2. Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies

Sticking with the gingerbread theme, these cookies resemble gingersnaps and are filled with a vanilla cream in the middle.

They can be found in the bakery section and pair well with coffee or tea. Or, you can give them to the kids with a glass of milk for a holiday spin on a snack.

3. O’Nog

Eggnog is a holiday staple, but not everyone can enjoy it because of the dairy. With the oat-based O’Nog, you don’t have to worry about that.

This is a lactose and dairy-free way to enjoy the famed drink. If you’re looking for regular eggnog, you’ll find it at Trader Joe’s, too.

4. Chocolate Peppermint Loaf & Baking Mix

If you’re a chocolate and peppermint lover, you’ll find the perfect combination of both in this product. You can use it to make a variety of desserts, including cookies.

It tends to go very fast though, so if you see it on a shelf at Trader Joe’s, don’t hem and haw. Snatch it up while you still can, or live with the regret until next year.

5. Mini Peppermint Hold the Cone Ice Cream Cones

Peppermint and chocolate is such a dynamic duo that Trader Joe’s has it in ice cream form, too. These little mini cones are the perfect size for a small snack—but if you eat the whole box, we won’t judge.

If you really want to make people happy, offer these mini cones as dessert at a holiday gathering.

6. Cranberry Butter Cookies

There’s no such thing as too many cookies, but if you don’t want gingerbread or other holiday blends, try these. These are French butter cookies with dried cranberries and a hint of cinnamon.

They come in a sleeve of 15 cookies, but that might not be enough, so you should grab two packages just in case.

7. Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s Ice Cream

This popular ice cream is a huge hit around the holidays and many Trader Joe’s shoppers wait with bated breath specifically for this time of year just for the ice cream.

It has the signature Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s cookies spread throughout with swirls of fudge and peppermint. Like many holiday items, it goes fast, so if you see it and want to try it, now’s the time.

8. Advent Calendars

Advent calendars are all the rage during the holidays and now they come in so many different varieties, you can find one for everybody in the house.

The classic, of course, is the milk chocolate one, but you can even find one with treats for your pup or kitty to include them in on the holiday fun.

9. Jingle Jangle (For Dogs)

If you’ve shopped at Trader Joe’s you might be familiar with Jingle Jangle, a snack mix that includes pretzels, chocolate-covered popcorn, cookie pieces, and other mini treats.

This year, however, the retailer has released its Jingle Jangle for dogs, which includes carob, peanut butter, and bacon-flavored treats in a variety of shapes.

10. Hot Cocoa Polar Bear

Hot chocolate has come a long way from the simple packets of mixture you dump in a cup. This treat, for example, is a hot cocoa bomb that melts inside a cup of heated milk or water.

When it opens, it has marshmallows and chocolate drops inside. It makes for a very sweet way to enjoy a warm drink with your kids.

11. Holiday Cheer Unexpected Cheddar Spread

If you love cheese, you’ll appreciate the combination of flavors in this appetizer. It’s infused with Riesling, cranberry, and cinnamon, an unexpected blend that marries so well together, that Trader Joe’s can’t keep it in stock.

It’s definitely one of those items you should include on your holiday charcuterie board.

12. Organic Chestnuts, Peeled and Cooked

Chestnuts are definitely an item people can take or leave, but if you’re one who enjoys the seasonal treat, Trader Joe’s has them prepared for you to simply pop right in your mouth.

You can eat them as-is or add them to your holiday dish of choice. May we recommend the stuffing?