The proof, as they say, is in the pudding, especially when it comes to the enduring appeal of a classic Trader Joe’s product.
Trader Joe’s is renowned for its imaginative and diverse range of offerings, from chocolate hummus to pickle-flavored peanuts, and the ever-popular Everything But the Bagel seasoning. However, this latest revival is not about eccentricity but rather a return to a beloved staple, much to the delight of its customers.
The grocery chain has quietly reintroduced two beloved pudding cup flavors, Chocolate and Rice Pudding, which disappeared from their aisles four years ago. Loyal shoppers are thrilled to once again find these classic treats on the shelves.
Each four-pack of these nostalgic desserts is priced at a budget-friendly $2.99, making them an ideal choice for a satisfying after-dinner indulgence or a delightful addition to a lunchbox.
According to Trader Joe’s website, these pudding cups are crafted by a supplier known for their expertise in creating rich and creamy desserts. The Chocolate Pudding, in particular, is described as “remarkably elegant” with an “exceptionally smooth and silky texture.”
Trader Joe’s says on its website: ‘Made for us by a supplier that specializes in rich and creamy desserts, this is a remarkably elegant Chocolate Pudding, with a superlatively smooth and silky texture to match.’
The California-based grocery chain even suggested a throwback serving idea: mix in gummy candies to the chocolate treat and top with crushed Joe-Joe cookies for an easy ‘worms in dirt’ dessert.
Shoppers have been begging for the puddings to return since the original Belgian Chocolate version was discontinued.
The latest items to return are the Trader Joe’s Chocolate Pudding and Rice Pudding cups
The cult-favorite grocery chain is famous for its wild and wonderful creations
‘A few years ago I was heartbroken,’ one fan wrote on Reddit. ‘I might cry happy tears if it tastes the same.’
Other Reddit users echoed a similar excitement. ‘Have not tried yet but I am excited! I loved the puddings back in the day,’ one wrote.
Another said, ‘I HAVE MISSED THEIR PUDDINGS!!!! This is great news.’
‘Oh man, I think they’re both absolutely delicious. The rice pudding seems a little less creamy but I’m so happy they are back,’ someone else posted.
Other users on the forum weren’t as satisfied with the revival of the product.
‘I was deeply disappointed after reading another post that claimed it was identical. This lacks depth of chocolate flavor, it’s too sweet, and the texture is not right,’ someone wrote.
‘This is not like before sadly’, someone else said.
‘Its nowhere near the same,’ another critic posted.
Famous for its out-there options, such as chocolate hummus, Peanuts in a Pickle and the holy grail Everything But the Bagel Seasoning, Trader Joe’s isn’t afraid to experiment
Lily Rose Depp is pictured exiting Trader Joe’s with a bag of shopping at the retailer’s Studio City location
Each year, the California-based grocery chain calls on its loyal shoppers to vote for their favorite Trader Joe’s products across various categories
Fans voted the Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips the number one overall product for the third year in a row
Earlier this year, Trader Joe’s returned with its beloved Customer Choice Awards.
Each year, the grocery chain calls on its shoppers to vote for their favorite products across various categories.
All 11 category winners are available at every Trader Joe’s location, with several repeat champions from last year — including the overall top product.
Fans voted the Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips the number one overall product for the third year in a row.
The chips, which were also dubbed the top snack, are described as ‘spicy, ire-zest-tible little scrolls made from stone ground corn masa.’
Trader Joe’s has also been in the news recently for creating chaos with its viral tote bags.
The grocery store chain announced the return of its $3 colorful mini totes in September after first releasing them in February.
Each time the bags went on sale, the grocery store was swamped with shoppers eager to get their hands on a bag.
Lines stretched outside the shops, and once inside, customers frantically grabbed the simple canvas tote bags.
The grocery store chain had expected strong sales before it released the bag, but it did not anticipate how demand would explode.
‘We had actually hundreds of thousands of bags come in and go out within a week,’ Insider Trader Joe’s podcast host Matt Sloan said in an episode earlier this year.
