Trader Joe's Offers an Abundance of New Spring Items: Here’s What You Should Consider Picking Up

      When you enter Trader Joe’s and are greeted by vibrant bouquets of tulips and shelves stacked with lemon-infused treats, that’s your cue that spring has arrived. With its ever-changing assortment of seasonal items, Trader Joe’s has become a sign of the shifting seasons. Although the weather may still be oscillating between chilly gusts and sporadic warm days (especially here in the Midwest), a quick visit to Trader Joe’s lets you fully embrace the essence of spring. If you’re curious about what’s new at TJ’s this spring, I’m here to help. I visited my local store to check out all the new and returning products for the season, and there are plenty of fantastic options to explore. Here’s a list of the new spring products from Trader Joe’s that you won’t want to miss during your next visit:

      1. Mini Sheet Cakes

      When you need a quick dessert that tastes homemade, Trader Joe’s mini sheet cakes are the solution. Priced at just $5.99, they're loved for their super-moist texture and small size, making it easy to indulge in the entire cake at once. Available in a variety of year-round and seasonal flavors, they include a lemon option that returns every spring. Additionally, this year, Trader Joe’s has introduced a gluten-free version featuring yellow cake and chocolate buttercream frosting—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself).

      2. Tomato Leaf Scented Candle

      If your first reaction to this product was, “Why would I want a candle that smells like tomato?”, I had the same thought initially. However, upon smelling it, I was pleasantly surprised. The fragrance is fresh and herbaceous with a citrusy hint that adds brightness. It smells far more luxurious than its $3.99 price suggests, making it ideal for fans of earthy, garden-fresh scents.

      3. Meyer Lemon Cake Mix with Lemon Icing

      If baking from scratch isn’t your forte but you want to whip up a delightful homemade treat this spring, grab a box of this Meyer Lemon Cake Mix. It resembles a Starbucks Iced Lemon Loaf but packs even more lemon flavor. Bake one on a Sunday to elevate your breakfasts throughout the week.

      4. Black Garlic Cream Cheese Spread

      If you’re unfamiliar with black garlic, this cream cheese spread might seem unusual, but it’s worth a try. Black garlic is regular garlic that has been aged to produce a subtly sweet and umami-rich flavor that’s milder than raw garlic (resulting in less potent breath). This spread is excellent on a toasted everything bagel or as a mayonnaise substitute on sandwiches.

      5. Sunscreen Lip Balm

      I’m a huge fan of Trader Joe’s beauty products—I’ll always repurchase their hyaluronic acid serum and eye cream—but there are many items still on my list to try. This sunscreen lip balm, new for spring, is timed perfectly for warmer weather. It provides SPF 30 protection with a light, citrusy flavor, keeping your lips hydrated and safeguarded without any unpleasant sunscreen aftertaste.

      6. Springle Jangle

      While Trader Joe’s Jingle Jangle is a favorite during the holiday season, Springle Jangle is a spring-inspired variation of the popular snack mix. Some TJ’s enthusiasts even claim it’s better than the original! This mix features a variety of chocolate- and candy-covered treats, including mini pretzels, butter toffee peanuts, sprinkle-coated nonpareils, Joe Joe’s cookie bark, and peanut butter cups. If you love Jingle Jangle, this is a must-try for comparison.

      7. Rigatoni alla Contadina

      If you crave something fresh and spring-like for dinner but don’t want to cook, this option is ideal for you. With asparagus, broccoli, and green peas in a creamy sauce, this frozen pasta feels like a farmers market creation brought home. In reality, it takes less than 10 minutes and only one pot to prepare.

      8. Havarti Cheese with Dill

      While this dill-infused havarti cheese isn’t brand new, it’s a fantastic pick for assembling a spring cheese board. The dill adds freshness to the mild and creamy cheese, giving it a slightly elevated taste compared to basic havarti.

      9. 100 Percent Sicilian Lemon Juice

      Lemon is, in my opinion, the flavor of spring. From desserts to pasta and cocktails, I’m adding lemon juice to everything, and it’s even better when I don’t have to squeeze it myself. Trader Joe’s bottled lemon juice is made from 100% fresh-squeezed Sicilian lemons (not from concentrate), providing the fresh taste without the hassle.

      10. Organic Fruit & Vegetable Wash

      I always wash fresh fruits and vegetables before eating or cooking, but I sometimes question if a quick rinse is sufficient. To go further, TJ’s recently released this new fruit and vegetable wash designed to eliminate wax, oil, and dirt from produce. It comes in a convenient