One of the best parts of shopping at Trader Joe’s, aside from the great prices, is exploring the new items that always appear on the shelves. It really does make food shopping an exciting adventure rather than the usual regular bore it can be. While some of these new exciting items have become so popular that they have become a mainstay, some of them are only limited edition, so try to hurry up to try them out before they are gone. Here are some of the more interesting items that you can try on your own. What will you get
watermelon fruit spread
This fat contains 60% watermelon puree, which makes a delicious summer jam. While there is some cane sugar added, there is also acidity to balance things out from the cherry juice that has been added as well. You can use it in a funky twist to a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, glaze meats with it, or on top of a cake with it. There are really endless options with this one, so think outside the box. watermelon fruit spread
jicama wraps
If you haven’t heard of jicama before, it’s time to try one. Its flavor can be described as a mixture of pear and kohlrabi, and it is really great. These jicama rolls are a great alternative to traditional wraps, especially if you’re trying to cut down on calories. They are not supposed to be heated, so be sure to eat them raw. It can be slightly heated, but not overheated. jicama wraps
Chocolate Lava Gnocchi
Well, this is a bit controversial, but we can all agree that it gets points for creativity. Who decided to take one of the best sweets out there and turn it into gnocchi? Sweet gnocchi sounds like a great idea to us, and making it a lava-style dessert takes it to a whole other level. While many people online resented the idea, many loved it. You should definitely experience it for yourself. Chocolate Lava Gnocchi
Cinnamon bread spread
Trader Joe’s has always come up with interesting nuances, such as their obsessed cookie butter spread, as well as their pumpkin butter that’s a great fall treat. So what about a creamed cinnamon bun? The jar describes it as “rich, gooey honey butter with cinnamon bun spice.” What could go wrong there? You can enjoy it on toast, add it to your ice cream, or spread it on bread to sweeten it. Cinnamon bread spread
Sweet corn, burrata, and basil ravioli
This sweet ravioli combines the sweetness of corn, the creaminess of burrata, and the pungency of basil in one super satisfying bite. Cook it with some butter, onions, garlic, and whatever else your heart desires. You can even add more corn, lemon peel, and toasted pine nuts for another notch. Sweet corn, burrata, and basil ravioli
