Best Things to Buy at Trader Joe's for Your Family

Shila:  I almost always have these Cinnamon Schoolbook Cookies in stock to present as an after-school play date snack. When little friends come over, I set this big bucket out on the table, and let the kids dig in! They taste a bit like graham crackers with a hint of cinnamon. Kids love to spot letters and spell out words and it's sweet to hear those "little kid" conversation starters!

Sarah Calamita:  Everything But The Bagel Seasoning is by far the best blended seasoning you can buy! Think everything bagel but without the carbs! I have seen recipes out there to make it but let's be real that's not practical for most parents and this tastes amazing. We use it on avocado toast, scrambled eggs, salad, in soup, on salmon fillets and chicken breasts...it will taste amazing on anything!

Amanda Banta:  The White Cheddar Puffs have been a staple in my house for years. They are a crunchy like a Cheeto puff with a nice cheddar taste. I buy a handful of bags every month when we do a TJs run because everyone loves snacking on these and for $1.99 a bag it's worth it to stock up. My kids would take down an entire bag in one sitting if I'd let them.

Kelly R:  The bruschetta sauce is one of my family's Trader Joe's must-haves! It's a fresh-tasting blend of finely diced tomatoes marinated in olive oil, balsamic, garlic and basil. We love using it on top of bread, grilled chicken, pizza, salmon, salads and pasta. It's in the refrigerated case with the hummus and other dips.

Vanessa Goldberg:  Better than fish sticks.

Kim Henrichs:  I highly recommend their yogurt. It's affordable and delicious!

Beth Blenz-Clucas:  We love Trader Joe's nuts selection. Our go-to buys are the walnut bits & pieces and the roasted & unsalted almonds. These are always fresh and at the best prices we can find anywhere. You can get these on Amazon and Walmart's sites, but it's best to buy directly at the store.

Shila:  You'll find this decadent harvest sauce and more Trader Joe's products enhancing the autumn season and stocking the shelves in the Fall. The pasta sauce is so creamy with a warm hint of pumpkin and butternut squash. Paired with any pasta of your choice (we often use ravioli or zucchette), it serves as an awesome seasonal dinner the whole family enjoys.

Jennie Utsinger:  They may be called dessert bars, but I love these popsicles as a treat on a hot summer afternoon instead of my usual cup of coffee.

Shila:  Organic Riced Cauliflower comes finely diced (to the size of rice), cooks up tender, and is somewhat flavorless. This combination makes for another great secret vegetable ingredient to hide in kids meals. Most commonly, I'll add about a 1/2 cup into pasta dishes, soups, and stir fry. They never notice! Found in the frozen aisle.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  The Cauliflower Gnocchi from Trader Joe's is healthy and delicious. You will never miss the wheat, sugar, eggs or dairy as these are made from 75% cauliflower. I pair it with our favorite red sauce and my kids have never realized it is a veggie dish - and they ask for seconds!

Tracey:  These bite-sized chocolate chip cookies are amazing and you will not be able to stop at just one. They are the perfect size for your little ones and the tub is guaranteed to be eaten up quite quickly in any household.

Alexandra F.:  Trader Joe's has some of my favorite gluten-free products, and these rolled oats are at the top of my list because they are so well-priced compared to other brands. It's been a pantry staple in our family for years for making gluten-free oatmeal and my favorite oatmeal cookies!

NoName:  The reason why I recommend them is mainly the cost. They are only $4.49 for an eight-ounce package which is much cheaper than what plant based meat substitutes sell for at regular grocery stores. Also, they have 23 grams of protein which is more than their original meatless burger patties.

Alexandra F.:  If you're lucky you'll find these delicious popsicles in the freezer section of your local Trader Joe's next to the ice cream and other frozen treats - provided they haven't been cleaned out, as is often the case by me! The natural raspberry, lemon and strawberry fruit base that make up these popsicles is so refreshing, making them one of our family's favorite items to get at Trader Joe's during the summer months.