Anyone who knows me knows that I love Trader Joe's. The staff is super friendly, the store is fun, and the prices are cheap. Best of all, Trader Joe's store brand is the holy grail. TJ's is full of kinds of awesome snacks, drinks and meals all under their own brand name. Although all the aisles at Trader Joe's are filled with a zillion great choices, their frozen aisles are especially abundant. If you're feeling lazy about making dinner, are having guests over or you just feel like stocking up, rejoice: here's a reliable and researched customer approved list of the 45 best frozen foods at Trader Joe's.
This article was written by our friends at Spoon University.
Vegan Tikka Masala
Now vegan Indian food lovers can rejoice too. TJ's vegan Tikka Masala has all the Indian flavor without any meat. Skip searching a restaurant menu for options, and save money in the process.
Thai Sweet Chili Veggie Burger
To all my vegetarians out there, you may at this point be tired of the common black bean burgers or other veggie you probably live off of. Enter TJ's Thai sweet chili veggie burgers. They're the perfect mix of sweet and spicy and will easily become your new fave.
Chicken Soup Dumplings
Trader Joe's really does come in handy for when you're low on funds but still want your fix of different cuisines. When you can't make it to Chinatown, pick up a box of these (and maybe invest in some of those nifty dumpling spoons).
Cookie Butter Cheesecake
TJ's has truly outdone itself with this one. This drool worthy-box contains the perfect combination of a classic dessert and arguably Trader Joe's most popular item. That being said, a little PSA: if you haven't tried cookie butter, it needs to be the very next thing you do.
Cookie Butter Cheesecake Bites
Just when you thought Trader Joe's couldn't get any better. Just like the amazingness that is TJ's Cookie Butter Cheesecake, but in bite-size form! I strongly advise you to pick up more than one box.
Semi Dried Apricots
Yet another hard to find fruit that Trader Joe's has blessed us with in frozen form. Enjoy all the sweetness apricots have to offer anytime you want with a bag (or two) of these.
Rustic Apple Tart
Well, if you were looking for one, here's the perfect excuse to host a super cute ~rustic~ dinner party. No matter what the occasion is, this apple tart is sure to be a hit and is likely to fool almost anyone into thinking it's homemade.
Panettone French Toast
Anyone who celebrates Christmas has likely seen the large and colorful Italian panettone cake boxes around the holidays. Celebrate the holiday season any day of the year with Trader Joe's innovative panettone French toast.
Organic Riced Cauliflower
If you're trying to squeeze more veggies into your diet, pick up a couple bags of organic riced cauliflower and discover the beauty of this under appreciated vegetable. You'll thank me later.
Macarons
If you want to feel like you're in Paris when you're really just in your dorm or apartment, these will do the trick. Have your own little fête with all the fun flavors of macarons TJ's offers.
Burrata, Prosciutto and Arugula Flatbread
Prosciutto and arugula are an amazing pizza topping combo that you can now experience easily in the convenience of your kitchen. Paired with burrata, and you really can't go wrong. Pick up a box when you want a step up from your average frozen pizza.
Black Bean and Corn Enchiladas
You can't go wrong with an easy enchilada. Popular among vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, these black bean and corn enchiladas are an easy way to get your fix of Mexican style food.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Indian food lovers, rejoice. TJ's Chicken Tikka Masala is perfect for when you're craving Indian but don't feel like leaving the house. Pair with rice and some of TJ's naan (also listed in this article), and dinner is served.
Mandarin Orange Chicken
Easy for dinner and inexpensive too, Mandarin Orange Chicken has been an extremely popular Trader Joe's product for a loooong time. TJ fans literally swear by this stuff, so if you haven't tried it, it's time you do.
Danish Pancakes
Like pancakes, but better. Danish pancakes, or aebleskivers, are fluffy little pancake balls that can be served plain or filled. The TJ's version of these little guys will have you snacking like a true Dane.
Tarte D'Alsace
A fancy name for an equally fancy frozen flatbread. Serve this to dinner guests in little slices over glasses of wine, and soon you'll feel like the French version of Ina Garten.
Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Quiche
Happily host brunch at your place with this snazzy and easily prepared broccoli-cheddar quiche. Paired with bottomless mimosas courtesy of your kitchen, your friends and your wallet will thank you.
Naan
As you'll see in the remainder of this article, TJ's is not short on Indian style cuisine. Next up in that realm is their naan, which is oven-baked flatbread that is found in several Asian cuisines (including Indian). Pair with some of the Indian dishes already listed and you've got yourself a full spread.
Parmesan Pastry Pups
Ah, good ol' pigs in a blanket (but better). Bake a bunch and impress any guests into thinking you're the master of oer d'oeuvres. The key is to casually mention that the little "beef franks" are wrapped in puff pastry and dusted with parmesan. Fancy schmancy.
Mac n' Cheese
Satisfy any cheesy cravings with any variety of Trader Joe's frozen mac and cheese. One box, and you'll be making the switch from your average microwaveable mac and cheese to the TJ's brand faster than it takes to heat up.
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