I’m still on a sweets kick, so this week I’m sharing a roundup rather than a recipe: my top four favorite seasonal candies from Trader Joe’s. If you only try a few treats this fall, make them the best ones — here are the ones I reach for again and again.
If your favorite candy didn’t make the list, tell me in the comments. I’ve included a few honorable mentions at the end as well. Let’s get into it.
1. Dark chocolate peanut butter salted caramel truffles. These come in that eye-catching copper packaging and, honestly, they might be the best truffles I’ve ever had. The balance of rich dark chocolate with peanut butter and a salted caramel center is just perfect — indulgent without being cloying.
2. Dark chocolate peanut butter cups. These were a hit in the office, so they earned a spot on my list. I personally lean toward milk chocolate, which Trader Joe’s also offers, but the dark chocolate version won over the crowd with its deeper cocoa flavor paired with creamy peanut butter.
3. Fleur de sel caramels. These might be my favorite of the bunch. Soft, buttery caramel with a delicate hit of fleur de sel creates a sophisticated sweet that feels special without trying too hard. If you enjoy caramels, don’t miss these.
4. Dark chocolate covered marshmallows. Simple, nostalgic, and reliably delicious. These are an easy crowd-pleaser when you want something light, airy, and chocolate-coated.
Photography by Rachel Brewer
Styling by Brittni Mehlhoff
P.S. I also enjoy Trader Joe’s vanilla meringues — they’re great on their own or for a fun project like DIY watercolor meringues — and the kettle-cooked fruit jellies. Those didn’t feel especially autumnal to me, so I left them out of the main four, but they’re both worth trying.
Have you tried any of these sweets at Trader Joe’s? Which snacks are your favorites this season? I’d love to hear your recommendations.