No need for an introduction or a breakdown of why Trader Joe’s reigns supreme over other grocery stores—IYKYK! Let’s dive right in. Here is my official review of 25 fan-favorites from TJ’s:

ROUND ONE: DIPS

Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip: First it was cauliflower pizza crust, then it was cauliflower gnocchi, and *now* it's cauliflower dip. The cauliflower is mixed with cream cheese, light cream, ricotta, and parmesan making this dip dreamy and creamy.

Everything But The Bagel Dip: To put it simply, if you put this on a plain bagel...you would think you were eating an everything bagel.

Buffalo Chicken Dip: THIS. IS. IT. My favorite. It tastes as if a buffalo chicken wing took a deep dive into a pool full of cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese. I am obsessed all over again.

Green Goddess Dip: This is a creamy zesty dip with sour cream, avocado, garlic, parsley and basil.

Buffalo Hummus: Not quite sure how this one ended on the popular list (SORRY). I personally wasn't a fan; my body did not agree with the hummus and buffalo combo.

Cookie Butter: OK, fine, this isn't exactly a dip, but TJ’s is known for their incredible spreads. The only spread I could get my hands on while shopping was their cookie butter, so I had to add it to this list. Do yourself a favor: Grab some fruit, smear their cookie butter on it, and teleport straight to heaven. BTW, you can totally make this at home if you don't live near a Trader Joe's.

ROUND TWO: APPETIZERS

Turkey Meatballs: These hit the spot. Tender meat on the inside, golden brown and perfectly seasoned on the outside.

Mac & Cheese Bites: I was a little disappointed with how soft the noodles were, and I would have loved a little more chew with my bite. But all in all? A solid app.

Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns: I love the idea of mashing up two beloved dishes into one creative appetizer. It definitely takes you on an unexpected journey.

Spanakopíta: Can I get an amen and a hallelujah! Thank you Lord for this delicious appetizer. This was my favorite from this round—the light and flaky pastry crust was to die for.

ROUND THREE: SNACKS

Baked Cheese Crunchies: Like Cheetos, but less calories! I did miss the cheese dust from the Cheetos, though, not gonna lie.

Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels: This snack was a blast from the past. I remember eating these in daycare. While I loved the taste, I wasn't a fan of how dry they left my mouth. I recommend pairing this snack with a glass of cold milk to make it more enjoyable.

Mochi Rice Nuggets: These snacks are very reminiscent of corn nuts—but spicy! They have a solid crunch to them which makes them truly enjoyable to eat.

Chile Spiced Mango: Trader Joe’s dried fruit section is ON POINT! They have so much to choose from, but hands down, my favorite is the chile spiced mango. I could eat three bags of these in one day. Spicy, sweet, salty, tangy: What more do you need?

Inner Peas: The taste of peas is really subtle and the texture is similar to a Cheeto puff. These are a perfect light and healthy snack.

ROUND FOUR: DINNER

Kale Gnocchi: YouTubers swear by this product! They buy them in bulk in fear of TJ’s running out. I have to say, guys, I get the hype. It is a delicious and healthy alternative to regular gnocchi.

Cauliflower Gnocchi: I am on the kale gnocchi train but I can’t get on board with cauliflower. The texture was too gooey and mushy for me—like baby food. I'll stick to the cauliflower jalapeño dip instead, thank you.

Mandarin Orange Chicken: My expectations were high with this meal, because out of everything on this list, the mandarin orange chicken received the most praise—it's actually taken the customer's choice award at Trader Joe's several years in a row. The chicken was tender, the orange sauce was sweet and tangy; this did not taste like a frozen chicken meal. It was delicious and exceeded my expectations.

Chicken Tikka Masala: This blew me away. It truly tasted like a restaurant quality meal. Chicken tikka masala is the perfect comfort food, and getting that warm and fuzzy feeling brought me so much joy.

Pork & Ginger Soup Dumplings: I am someone who orders dumplings on a regular basis, and I give these two thumbs up!

ROUND FIVE: DESSERT (AKA THE BEST ROUND)

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups: Trader Joe’s has a Customer Choice Awards, and for their 12th annual CCA, this dessert hit number-one on the favorites list. The chocolate is decadent, the peanut butter is creamy, and the best part is they are the perfect size to pop right into your mouth.

Tiramisu: Put this whole tiramisu on a plate and serve it to your guests the next time you have them over. Then tell them you made it yourself—they wouldn't know the difference.

Smashing S’mores: If you’ve been stuck at home but love camping, heat these up in the microwave for five seconds to get the taste of a campfire s’more! They are called Smashing S’mores for a reason—so good!

Dark Chocolate PB&J Minis: This dessert reminded me of the jelly-filled chocolate you find in assorted chocolate boxes, which I am not a fan of. This is a solid treat, but it’s just not my box of chocolates.

Chocolate Lava Cake: This. Was. Incredible! The chocolate cake was rich and moist. The center of the cake was oozing chocolate. BOOM.