If you’ve ever walked into Trader Joe’s for “just one thing” and left with a cart full of snacks, frozen meals and mystery items you didn’t know existed before going shopping, you're definitely not alone. Part of this particular store's magic is that some of its products don't just trend — they earn cult status. These are the items shoppers stock up on, rave about online and even panic-buy when they spot them on shelves because they're that likely to sell out again.
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There are many Trader Joe’s bestsellers that shoppers consistently swear by, and they all deserve a spot in your cart. Here are some of our favorites:
In this article: Trader Joe's Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips, Chili & Lime Flavored, 2-Pack, Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups 16-oz and Trader Joe's Belgian Dark Chocolate Bars 3 Variety Pack
These picks go beyond just hype — they're all reliable, easy and tasty, for food that takes care of weeknight dinners, upgrades a party spread or becomes a comfort snack you always want in the freezer. Many of them have been bestsellers for years, while others blew up thanks to TikTok and other social media.
If you don't have a TJ's near you, never fear! You can shop some of these bestsellers on Amazon (with Prime shipping included).
Trader Joe's Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips, Chili & Lime Flavored, 2-Pack
These rolled corn tortilla chips deliver bold chili-lime flavor with plenty of crunch, and you get two bags per order, making them easy to stock up on for snacking, lunches or parties.
Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups 16-oz
This 16-ounce tub of Trader Joe’s fan-favorite dark chocolate peanut butter cups is full of rich dark chocolate paired with a creamy peanut butter filling that you can share or gift — but you'll probably just want to keep them for when a sweet craving hits.
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Trader Joe's Belgian Dark Chocolate Bars 3 Variety Pack
This variety pack includes three Belgian dark chocolate bars, offering a simple way to sample different chocolate styles. They're made with Belgian chocolate and packaged together, making them a giftable option or an easy pantry upgrade for chocolate lovers.
Trader Joe's Chili Onion Crunch
This cult-favorite condiment combines crispy onion pieces with chili oil for added texture and heat, so it's crunchy, savory and spicy — and easy to spoon over eggs, noodles, vegetables or anything that could use an extra punch of flavor.
Trader Joe's Italian Bomba Hot Pepper Sauce Fermented Crushed Calabrian Chili Peppers
Made with fermented crushed Calabrian chili peppers, this Italian Bomba sauce delivers bold heat and depth you can use as a topping, spread or flavor booster for sandwiches, pizza, pasta and roasted vegetables.
Trader Joe’s Squiggly Knife Cut Noodles with Soy & Sesame Sauce
These knife-cut noodles come with a soy and sesame sauce that coats the thick, squiggly shape of the noodles, making them a convenient pantry meal that cooks quickly and works well on its own or topped with vegetables or protein.
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