8 Items from Trader Joe’s That Make Holiday Hosting Easy

8 Items from Trader Joe’s That Make Holiday Hosting Easy

If you’re hosting a holiday party in the coming weeks—be it Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or another festive occasion—chances are your to-do list is about a mile long. And while you may already have the menu for your holiday feast in mind, we want to remind you that Trader Joe’s can easily help relieve some of the pre-party stress. The popular grocery chain is known for its inventive and affordable items, and this year’s holiday products are no exception. From appetizers to dessert, we’ve rounded up TJ’s items that will make your hosting holiday a breeze. Not only are these festive treats delicious and super easy to make, we can also guarantee they’ll save you tons of time in the kitchen so you can focus on entertaining your guests.

Savory pumpkin pastry bites

Do you want to impress your holiday guests straight away? Pick up a box of these delicious pastry bites. New this year: These easy appetizers have already become a hit, with customers saying to “run, not walk” to grab a box. Made with puff pastry and a mixture of pumpkins, as well as a range of different cheeses such as Parmesan and Feta, these pastry bites are just as delicious as they sound and a low-effort appetizer that looks seriously impressive. For the crispiest results, place these babies in the air fryer or oven.

Harvest apple salad set

Although salad is an often-forgotten dish during the holiday season, many still choose to serve it because it serves as a welcome side of vegetables amid a deluge of rich, carb-heavy dishes. This salad set makes things extra easy because each one includes mixed vegetables, chunks of TJ’s popular Unexpected Cheddar Cheese, cinnamon dried apple chips, and creamy, crunchy pecan pieces. A pack of apple vinaigrette is also included so that you can spread it nicely on all the salad ingredients. Simply toss the salad with the dressing and serve for a deliciously easy start to your holiday meal.

Scallopini potatoes

Potatoes are a must on any holiday table (no matter what you’re celebrating), but they can also cause stress because they’re easy to spoil. Take the stress out of your holiday meal with these Scallopini Potatoes that simply need to be reheated and served. In just minutes, you’ll be treated to a drool-worthy side dish made with layers of juicy, lightly textured potatoes, rich, savory cream sauce, and gooey, delicious cheese.

Fresh cranberry orange relish

Cranberry sauce is a polarizing dish for some. So if you want to have them on your holiday table with minimal effort, grab a container of Trader Joe’s fresh cranberry orange relish and call it a day. This festive condiment is made from chopped oranges, whole cranberries, sugar, and water, making it an ideal accompaniment to turkey, chicken, or even a vegan alternative.

Pickled bone-in half turkey breast

Whether you’re hosting a small Thanksgiving celebration or feel like you need a little extra turkey for your crew, TJ’s Brined Bone-In Half Turkey Breast is just what you need. The turkey is sold fully cooked and only needs to be reheated to enjoy. Additionally, the meat is marinated in a brine made from salt, sugar, black pepper and garlic herb butter for maximum flavor. Ready in minutes, buying one (or more) of them is no problem much easier than cooking a whole turkey.

Cornbread Stuffing Mix

If you’ve ever had cornbread stuffing, you know how delicious it can be. However, it is also tedious to prepare with an abundance of spices and chopped, diced ingredients. This cornbread stuffing mix does all the hard work for you and is packed with chunks of cornbread and toasted white bread, plus mild celery, mushrooms, aromatic garlic and onions, and traditional herbs like oregano and sage. To make this classic side dish, all you have to do is combine the ingredients with a little butter and water and cook on the stove or in the oven. If you feel like cooking a little, feel free to add pecans, dried cranberries, or even sausage crumbles to enhance the filling.

Butter with brown sugar and maple syrup

This compound butter is made from butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup, making it perfect for a variety of holiday cooking needs. Use it on toast, pancakes or waffles for overnight guests, or add it to roasted carrots or roasted sweet potatoes for an easy upgrade to these holiday classics.

Tiny little apple pies

Trader Joe’s has pumpkin pie, but we ask that you forgo the seasonal dessert for these little treats. Yes, these cakes are small, but that just means they’re perfect if you’re looking to make one-off desserts this holiday season. Each pie features a flaky, buttery crust that contains a cinnamon-spiced diced apple filling, and each is topped with a brown sugar streusel that doesn’t get much better than this. Better buy a few boxes of these cakes because we guarantee your guests will be asking for seconds!

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