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It’s nice to have things we can count on in this wild world. Hopefully, it’s people or a go-to comfort watch, but for me, it’s the excitement of discovering the best Trader Joe’s fall snacks of the year. (There are other things, of course, but this one is honestly a biggie.) Time relentlessly marches on, but the grocer’s best seasonal snack foods largely stay the same—and always seem to show up right when you need them most.

Featured image by Christie Graham.

The Best Trader Joe’s Fall Snacks

The autumnal scene in and of itself is wholly comforting, but some seasonal Trader Joe’s snacks burrow their way into your heart—and your pantry—like none other. To get a sense of what TJ’s has on tap, I took a trip down to my local store and perused the isles with no time limit.

From pumpkin brioche and spiced Joe-Joe’s to seasonal soup (it counts as a snack in our book!), these are the Trader Joe’s treats our editors stock up on every fall.

Autumnal Harvest Soup

Kicking off our list is one of our favorite snacks (or meals) here at Camille Styles… soup! Soup is one of those items that can be enjoyed any time of day during fall. This Autumnal Harvest Soup uses seasonal root veggies with a creamy tomato base. Pair it with a toasty grilled cheese or a hearty sandwich, or simply enjoy it on its own!

Almond Butter Filled Pretzels

Life is like a bag of pretzels, said no one ever. But I’m telling you: When I have a bag of these almond butter-filled goodies in my possession, they’re all that matter in life. The smooth almond butter paired with crunchy pretzels topped with chunky salt hits all the salty-sweat-creamy notes I crave in a snack. Funnily, I grabbed these by mistake when aiming for the peanut butter ones. Well, there are no mistakes. Get these while they’re on shelves—in bulk.

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Pepita Salsa

When it comes to pepitas, I’ll take any chance I get to enjoy their spiced nutty flavor. Tomato and pepper flavors of traditional salsa meet the texture (and autumnal bliss) of chopped pepitas. How could we say no?

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Delicata Squash

I know, I know—you gave me a pass on the soup. But delicata squash? A snack? You bet. When fall rolls around, all I want to do is cook with squash in every way possible. The recipe potential for this veggie is practically endless, and can, by all means, be made into a tasty snack. Give it a spin in your air fryer and you’ll know what I mean. And before you go wondering if you can just buy these at any old grocery store, know this: whereas other Trader Joe’s produce leaves much to be desired, somehow the delicata squash always hits right.

Pumpkin Blondie Brownies

If you can’t make the tough choice between blondies and brownies, now you don’t have to. Bonus: pumpkin. While I often choose the former treat, and these are admittedly more of a spiced pumpkin bar than leaning squarely on either side, I’m obsessed. With white chocolate chips (score), pecans, and *legit* pumpkin flavor, these are high up on my list of the best Trader Joe’s fall snacks. They’re the perfect post-dinner treat.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Croissants

With two of my favorite things in one dessert, it was impossible to pass up on these pumpkin cheesecake croissants. They’re the perfect balance of sweet and spiced packed into just the right size for a small dessert or sweet snack.

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Pumpkin Spiced Joe-Joe’s Sandwich Cookies

Snacks may shift from season to season, but one thing stays the same: the everlasting, forever joy of Joe-Joe’s. While the chocolate classics are my standby throughout the year, nothing gets me more excited for October than the return of my forever faves. Filled with creamy, pumpkin-spiced flavor, I can’t imagine a world where I can only have one of these. 

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Spiced Chai Black Tea Concentrate

Some love their PSLs, but I can’t get enough cups of chai once autumn rolls around. And while other chai concentrates lean far too sweet, this blend retains plenty of spicy, fall-ish flavor. If you really want to step things up, go 1:1 with your favorite apple cider for a chaider that’s absolutely delish.

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Spicy Pumpkin Samosas

To keep things real with you, I’m currently munching on these spicy pumpkin samosas—and I’m blown away by how delicious they are. Sometimes when pumpkin season rolls around, I’m not always drawn to the overly sweet recipes (although I do love a good pumpkin dessert). These pumpkin samosas are the best savory, bite-sized snack to cozy up with after a chilly fall day.

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Pumpkin Bagels

Pumpkin bagels? Highly underrated. I’m a bagel girl through and through, and I simply couldn’t resist these the first time I strolled through a Trader Joe’s last October. They have the perfect hint of sweetness and fluffiness you want in a good bagel. Pair with any autumnal cream cheese of your choosing to really send this home.

Gluten-Free Norwegian Crisp Bread

These crisp breads make a great snack year-round, but they’re an especially perfect vessel for the real reason we all like snacks: the TOPPINGS. I love mixing it up with different fall ingredients. Perhaps some goat cheese and everything seasoning (another TJ’s staple) on top, or maybe some almond butter and apple slices for a sweet and savory treat. Heck, I’ve even topped these with some pumpkin yogurt and cinnamon, and it was delicious. Feel free to get creative! These crisp breads have brought my snack game to new heights.

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This Pumpkin Walks Into A Bar… Cereal Bars

I swear, my mom has the fig version of these bars in every bag, jacket pocket, and her car at all times. Well, come October, she happily swaps these fall-ified treats into her rotation. While I typically pass on other cereal bars, these boast pure pumpkin flavor. They’re ideal as a snack on the go or enjoyed in the afternoon with a steaming cup of chai. Perfect in a pinch.

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Pumpkin Brioche

Soft, sweet, cinnamony, and all the pumpkin flavor—what’s not to love about this perfect brioche loaf? I love it toasted with a little butter or, even better, for French toast. It’s indulgent and delicious, and I look forward to it every fall.

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Cinnamon Bun Spread

You might think this cinnamon spread exists purely to slather onto cinnamon rolls or even TJ’s pumpkin rolls (also very good!), but you’d be so terribly wrong. This ridiculously sweet spread—which is surprisingly low in added sugars—can be spread across whatever your fall flavor-loving heart desires. And it’s way better than TJ’s pumpkin cream cheese or pumpkin spice hummus—trust us.

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Pumpkin Greek Nonfat Yogurt

I loooove thick and creamy Greek yogurt and of course, I’m obsessed with pumpkin. When my two faves join together in one totally addicting and satiating snack? It’s game over. The pumpkin flavor hits perfectly, giving the yogurt a slightly sweet bite. It’s perfect on its own or made into a yogurt bowl with chopped apples, cinnamon, and maybe even a little maple syrup drizzled on top.

Pumpkin Spice Pretzels

Pumpkin-spiced pumpkin seeds, real bits of lemon peel, and a touch of flaky salt come together to create (arguably) the best fall snack on this list. Covered in creamy yogurt, these tiny pretzels are a delish sweet treat with the perfect balance of fall flavors. If I don’t stop myself, I will undoubtedly eat this entire bag in one sitting.

This post was originally published on October 13th, 2022, and has since been updated.

Like any self-respecting 90s kid, I’ve maintained a mental catalog of all my favorite toys. There was my look-a-like American Girl Doll (plus her countless accessories), Ugly Dolls as I got older, and of course, the many Barbies my sisters and I would use as stand-ins for our dream lives. But it wasn’t nostalgia that drew me to the Barbiecore trend. Instead, it was a bright, bubblegum pink ensemble executed perfectly by the always relevant, Anne Hathaway.

Barbiecore, with its sparkles, feathers, mini dresses, and more, has dominated the limelight. It seems that all our favorite celebs are branching out from black and embracing the opposite end of the color spectrum (see: Megan Fox, Lizzo, and Conan Gray stealing the show at last year’s Coachella in hot pink Valentino). Of course, pink might be daunting, but it isn’t anything new. However, with the hype surrounding Greta Gerwig’s widely-loved film, Barbie (and the associated aesthetic) is back.

Breaking Down the Barbiecore Trend

If you want to partake, but are worried that Barbie pink isn’t for you, take heart (and scope Hathaway’s Barbie-inspired look). There are simple, but inspiring ways to bring pink shades into your home, wardrobe, and beauty routines.

To get the scoop on all things Barbiecore, we tapped the design experts behind Joybird to share their insights on the trend. And truly, who better than the team that’s brought us the ultimate Barbie-inspired collection to speak as an authority on the subject? Ahead, Joybird Director of Merchandising, Gifty Walker, is breaking down the pop culture trend. She’s sharing tips for designing your own Dreamhouse—and keep scrolling for our favorite Barbiecore buys.

Elle Woods, eat your heart out.

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What is Barbiecore?

Among the latest in Instagram and TikTok-driven trends, Barbiecore is culling the attention of Gen Zers, Millennials, and everyone looking for a little added vibrancy to their everyday. As of this article’s publishing, #barbiecore has garnered 912.5 views on TikTok. Seas and swaths of pink dominate the videos—everything from outfit combos to floral arrangements to interior takes on the trend is fair game.

According to Today, it isn’t the aesthetics alone, but the emotions associated with the look that drives the appeal. Nostalgia “is fashionable.” Barbiecore aims to capture the material-driven (seeming) simplicity of “’80s-twinged angular yet hyper feminine” design. In these trying, ever-uncertain times, it’s no wonder we’re drawn to the aesthetic.

But there’s beauty to my critical analysis, and Walker is happy to enlighten me. “To Joybird, the Barbiecore aesthetic means embracing color and creating bold and aspirational spaces that bring joy and empowerment to our customers.” Joybird’s Barbie-inspired collection draws upon core elements of the trend—”think brave contrasting colors, chic marble, golden accents, curved lines, and endless style possibilities,” says Walker.

Why is Barbiecore trending—and why now?

Walker agrees that Gerwig’s cinematic rendering of the Ken and Barbie remake has captured the current zeitgeist. But there are other design-drive factors at play. “Many of us discovered and developed our personal, creative style while playing with our own Barbie Dreamhouses. It’s also a reminder to keep expressing our unique style, no matter what age we are.”

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How can homeowners style Barbiecore for timeless appeal?

Pink isn’t for everyone. Thankfully, there are ways to bring the Barbiecore trend into our space without going overboard. “Our Barbie x Joybird collaboration includes jewel-toned fabrics, perfect to add a pop of color to a more neutral space or to layer on the bold in a more maximalist space,” says Walker.

If you’re looking to go glam, Walker suggests embracing luxe marble and gold accents. Other pieces boast modern silhouettes with neutral fabrics. Conclusion? No matter if you’re a minimalist or a maximalist at heart, the Barbiecore trend can seamlessly work its way into your space.

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It’s been awhile since I’ve shared an update about what’s happening over at Casa Zuma. The reason? Well, turns out that running a direct-to-consumer products brand while also running this website makes for a really busy schedule. It doesn’t leave as much time as I’d like for reflection—but so much has been happening behind the scenes that I had to pop in and share a few summer updates with you guys.

First, a quick recap of the last 8 months since launch—it’s been a whirlwind. I’ve met countless incredible makers and artists, packed hundreds of orders with our team, designed packaging, acted as product designer/chief marketing officer/customer service rep—it’s been a crazy busy time but so inspiring and fun. I dove in headfirst, and though it sometimes feels like a lot, I also feel like I’m right where I need to be.

Do we have it all figured out? Not even close—but my intention for this brand is to bring you guys the most special, inspiring, creative pieces that elevate your everyday. And that pursuit has meant that, at times, I’ve had to let go of perfection, knowing that we’ll keep dialing it in as we go. As with any new business, it’s required a lot of patience and learning to trust the process. One of the biggest challenges of working with handmade goods from countries around the world is that lead times can be long—we’re working directly with our artisans to design and develop new pieces that are exclusive to Casa Zuma, so the journey from concept to actually having the product in hand is a months-long process.

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SO, the products in our summer collection are items I’ve been working on and waiting for for months, and I can’t wait to finally show you! Here are my top 7 picks from our spring collection. Head over to CasaZuma.com to shop them all today.

Solstice Mugs (online today!)

Aaah I have been waiting to share our newest mug with you guys! Our first mug sold out incredibly fast, so I couldn’t be more excited to share the newest in our collection, The Solstice Mug. Thrown by hand in Los Angeles by our friends at LA Clay, this is the cozy, no-handle mug I reach for to start (or end) my day—it’s just perfect. I even use the large size as a pen holder on my desk. They’re online today, so grab yours before this first drop sells out.

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Found Dough Bowls

I’ve collected vintage wooden dough bowls myself for years, and they’re one of the items in my home you guys ask me about all the time. So, I’m thrilled to finally bring you these one-of-a-kind hand-carved dough bowls made of reclaimed wood. I use this as a catch-all for keys in the entryway, or I fill it with citrus for a simple centerpiece. This is the time to embrace a wabi-sabi aesthetic—every single one of these is different, so embrace the element of surprise!

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Sharing Bowl (online today!)

Our new ceramic serving bowl was inspired by the one I use almost every night on the dinner table for grains or roasted veggies, served family-style. Handmade in Los Angeles by our friends at LA Clay, it’s perfectly sized for sharing any side dish. These are really special with a beautiful speckling in the glaze that I just adore.

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Casa Zuma Linen Apron

We’ve been working on our signature linen apron for awhile, and now—I basically live in this one. Oversized front pockets house tongs and towels, and the Japanese-style crossback keeps it simple—no ties or buckles to deal with. Handmade by artisans in Lithuania, this 100% linen crossback apron is thick enough to fully protect from stains and spills while keeping you breezy enough for summer nights.

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Sharing Platter (Online Today!)

Our new handmade ceramic serving platter is made in Los Angeles by our friends at LA Clay, and it’s probably the most versatile serving piece in my kitchen. It’s perfectly sized for roast chicken, grilled fish, and veggies—and it also happens to make a great platter for warm chocolate chip cookies. The three muted colors are all pretty perfect, but the robin’s egg blue especially makes me swoon.

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Linen Table Throw in “Natural Sand”

Meet the newest color in our incredibly popular linen table throw: Natural Sand (aka my new favorite!) It’s ethically-made in Lithuania of heavyweight linen, and we designed it to toss casually over any-sized table. I usually embrace the linen’s natural wrinkles for a look that’s laid back and not at all fussy.

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Sabré Flatware in Ivory

Since you guys love our teak flatware as much as I do, I’ve been dying to introduce a new color to the collection—meet our new Ivory Sabré Flatware! These are made in France, and for those of you who can’t quite get on board with a wood-handle silverware set, this durable acrylic handle is for you. They come in a set of four (one full place setting), and embody the casual approach to setting the table that is so my vibe.

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