Trader Joe's Food You Need to Keep on Hand for Unexpected Guests

Keeping fancy-looking crackers on hand is an easy way to impress your guests. And the Organic Garlic Naan Crackers are some of our favorites. Seasoned with sea salt, garlic and parsley, these crispy bite-sized naan crackers are great for dipping.

Made with chicken breast meat and green salsa, TJ’s Mini Chicken Tacos are the bite-sized tacos you didn’t know you were missing. Heat them up quickly in the oven or air fryer when you need a fast appetizer.

The Thai Vegetable Gyoza are perfect for pan frying. These delicious veggie dumplings are stuffed with white cabbage, carrot, chive, white radish and onion. And they’re fully cooked, so all you have to do is heat and eat.

TJ’s Mini Vegetable Samosas are filled with a delicious blend of veggies, potatoes, lentils and Indian spices. It’s impossible to eat just one.

Ok, hear me out. The Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip is one of the best non-dairy dips in the game. There’s something about caramelized onions that just makes everything better. Trust me, you won’t even miss the milk.

When it comes to appetizers, spring rolls are always a crowd-pleaser. Trader Joe’s has vegetable and chicken-stuffed options that are both amazing. Don’t forget the dipping sauce.

If you feel like your go-to onion dip is getting a little tired, try the Everything and the Elote Dip. This delicious Greek style yogurt dip is flavored with sweet yellow corn, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and chipotle pepper powder.

Why spend your whole day baking when you can heat and eat TJ’s Chocolate Lava Cakes? One package gives you two decadent chocolate mini cakes filled with a gooey ganache.

Trader Joe’s Organic Elote Corn Chip Dippers are way more than ordinary corn chips. These bad boys are seasoned with Mexican street corn seasoning, giving them the perfect pop of flavor.

When it’s time for dessert, there’s no better caffeinated companion than TJ’s Medium Roast Ground Coffee.

Whether you’re snacking on chips or veggies, you love dipping them in the Mediterranean Style Hummus. It’s a creamy, protein-packed dip with just the right amount of garlic.

Take your dessert game to the next level with A Dozen Macarons variés. These sweet treats come in a variety of flavors, including apricot, coconut, fig, salted caramel, lemon and pistachio and make a colorful display.

The only thing better than plantain chips are plantain chips flavored with jerk seasoning. TJ’s Jerk-Style Plantain Chips are a delicious savory snack that taste great with guac or cheese dip.

Because you never know when you’re going to need a flaky crust topped with eggs, chopped spinach, cheese and mix of White Button & Oyster mushrooms, you should keep the Mixed Mushroom and Spinach Quiche in your freezer at all times. It’s perfect for an impromptu brunch.

Whether you’re looking for a simple party side dish or an easy weeknight dinner, you’ll love Trader Joe’s sweet and spicy Mandarin Orange Chicken.