Ahhh, Trader Joe's. The Disneyland of grocery stores. They have an item to satisfy basically every craving a person could ever have and you don't have to worry about breaking the bank. If you're a college student, cravings and savings sound like a match made in the heavens.
1. Cheese puffs
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/519954719448649884/
Okay, not only college students, but everyone in God’s green earth should try these at least once in their life. These are basically a ~healthier~ version of Cheetos Puffs, so you can indulge in them without side eying the trail mix when you are looking for a good snack.
2. Mac and Cheese
https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/4034
They should have not put “Reduced Guilt” on the packaging, because it only makes me want to eat it for dinner every night! Just pop this in the oven or microwave and you have yourself a bowl of mac and cheese that almost tastes as good as Aunt Lucy’s at Thanksgiving.
3. Macarons
https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/4161
Macarons from Trader Joe’s doesn’t sound too promising, does it? Yeah, I can totally get that, but I promise that these will hook you onto the Trader Joe’s scene, if you weren’t completely into it already.
4. Mandarin Orange Chicken
https://www.clubtraderjoes.com/2012/01/trader-joes-mings-mandarin-orange-chicken.html
For literally 5 bucks, you can have a version of orange chicken that puts Panda Express bowls to shame. It is quick, delicious dinner that will have you driving maniacally back to your closest Trader Joe’s to grab another bag.
5. Siracha Shrimp Bowl
https://www.becomebetty.com/trader-joes-shrimp-stir-fry/
The siracha shrimp bowls are perfect for college students. It’s almost like they were made for us! They are so full of flavor and tastes homemade. The best part? They cook in the microwave. What a dream.
6. Cauliflower Gnocci
https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/4165
As a college student, it can be hard to choose healthier options for dinner, so this is definitely a favorite. They're perfect to dress up with different sauces! Personally, I enjoy them with butter and fresh sage. They are truly amazing.
7. Spicy Cheese Crunchies
https://www.traderjoes.com/FearlessFlyer/Article/4288
You heard me. Trader Joe’s came out with their own version of Hot Cheetos. Are they amazing? There is a 100% chance that the answer is yes.
8. 27 Layer Croissini
https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/27-layer-croissini
Man, they really know where to get me. These are croissant twists and they are pure deliciousness and buttery heaven. I don’t want to see a life where these do not exist.
9. Chicken Sausage Breakfast Burrito
https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/chicken-sausage-breakfast-burrito
If you’re in a hurry for work or class, this breakfast burrito will definitely hold you over. Plus, it is, of course, microwave friendly. Oh, college life.
10. Fruit Crumble Pie
https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/apple-crumble-pie
Pie is the answer to anything and everything. Especially if its peach or apple. #PieOrDie