Grocery prices have surged nearly 30% in five years, squeezing household budgets. But Trader Joe’s continues to roll out affordable, high-quality products that help you save without sacrificing flavor.
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Here are some of the best inflation-busting new items available at Trader Joe’s.
Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Premium Quality for Less
- Price: $8.99 for 16.9 fluid ounces
EVOO is a pantry staple, but it can get pricey. Trader Joe’s recently introduced this high-quality Greek olive oil for less than you’d pay elsewhere — you’ll pay about $3 more for a similar item at Walmart.
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Cinnamon Sugar Waffles: Sweet Savings for Breakfast
- Price: $2.99 for 8 waffles
Frozen waffles make for a convenient grab-and-go breakfast or even as a sweet treat topped with vanilla ice cream — and the price makes these cinnamon sugar waffles even sweeter. At Target, you’ll pay $3.79 for just six of Eggo’s version, while the Trader Joe’s package comes with eight for less.
Truffle Risotto: Affordable Indulgence Under $5
- Price: $4.99 for 16 ounces
When you think of inflation-fighting foods, you don’t typically think of truffles, but this Trader Joe’s frozen risotto has somehow made truffles affordable. For less than $5, you can pick up a bag of this decadent side dish that combines Carnaroli rice, Asiago cheese, cultured butter, white wine, cream and black truffle.
Organic Square Rigatoni Pasta: High-End Pasta at a Low Price
- Price: $1.99 for 1 pound
Trader Joe’s rigatoni pasta is made from high-quality, organic, local Italian ingredients — and the price is right. You’ll pay $5.99 for a smaller bag of organic rigatoni at Sprouts.
Editor’s note: Pricing is accurate as of Dec. 4, 2025. Pricing and availability are subject to change.
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