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15 Pumpkin Spice Products People Swear Are Actually Worth It
By Michele Zipp,
3 days ago
The internet is very discerning when it comes to raving about pumpkin-flavored anything. While the trend sometimes causes people to roll their eyes, even Reddit agrees there are some great options out there.
Here, we identify 15 purchases that satisfy that pumpkin spice craving — and don’t miss out on a few ways to snag these favorites for a steal .
Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.
Trader Joe’s popular Joe-Joe’s sandwich cookies come in a variety of seasonal flavors that are decadent, layered, and truly the internet’s favorite indulgence. The store’s Pumpkin Spice variety is dipped in a sweet coating with sea salt scattered on top.
“I devoured a box of them last weekend,” one Redditor admits. “I literally couldn't stop eating them. They are so tasty.”
While the internet seems more divided every year over Starbucks pumpkin products, the consensus on the brand’s at-home creamer has largely stayed the same. “I absolutely LOVE the PSL creamer. So delish!” exclaims one Reddit user.
Other Redditors expressed frustration with their local grocers' limited stock of seasonal creamers.
3. Kellogg’s Special K Pumpkin Spice Cereal
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Price: $4.98
Kellogg’s makes a pretty unique pumpkin spice-flavored cereal. Our favorite? The Special K Pumpkin Spice. It is crunchy, flavorful, and the perfect bite of autumn in one bowl.
Gushes one Redditor: “This year, I tried Kellogg’s Pumpkin spice cereal and it is so good and I don’t even typically eat cereal. There [are] little pumpkin spice and nutmeg clumps that make it so good.”
Reddit loves pretty much anything Nature’s Path makes, as confirmed by one user: “I love all of Nature's Path's GF stuff.” So it’s no surprise that they are also into the Organic Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frozen Waffles that are also gloriously gluten-free and wheat-free.
5. Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Pecan Instant Oatmeal
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Price: $3.99
Redditors have been trying to get the Pumpkin Pecan Instant Oatmeal on everyone’s radar for some time now.
The flavoring is a little sweet, but users have suggestions for expanding your serving size because of this. “It’s so sweet, so I add more regular oatmeal to tone it down," one user suggests.
6. Pure Protein Pumpkin Spice Shakes
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Price: $26.64
Looking to pack on some protein with your pumpkin spice intake? Pure Protein makes a Pumpkin Spice Shake with 24 vitamins and minerals and 30 grams of protein, which Reddit raves about.
“Adding one of these to a venti cup with two shots of espresso slaps,” teases one user.
Believe it or not, household favorite Green Mountain has Pumpkin Spice K Cups that are some of the best on the market. “The pumpkin spice K Cups from Green Mountain coffee are amazing,” says one Redditor. “I only drink black coffee now and this doesn't disappoint.”
8. Nestle Tollhouse Pumpkin Spice Cookies with White Chocolate Chips
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Price: $3.98
Nestle’s Tollhouse Pumpkin Spice Cookies with White Chocolate Chips are insane. Feel free to eat the dough raw, bake it into cookies, or incorporate it into various recipes. “They are delicious!” raves one Redditor, while another admits: “I ate the whole pack in about 72 hours.”
9. Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Spice Coffee
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Price: $8.99
Arabica beans are the base of this medium-dark roast, layered with orange peel, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, pumpkin spice oil, and vanilla beans. Its flavor is smooth and inviting, and a bag of beans is incredibly affordable.
“We made cold brew with ours, and it turned out delicious!” says one Reddit user.
If you want a bite-sized pumpkin experience, a Hershey’s Kit Kat is the place. “They are the BEST pumpkin-flavored snack/candy/food I have had!” exclaims one Redditor. “They taste just like pumpkin pie with a bit of real pumpkin to them as well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND them!”
11. Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Spice Pumpkin Seeds
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Price: $3.99
Seeds are a fun and easy snack to travel with. Autumn road trips, family gatherings, and sporting events may just necessitate Trader Joe’s popular Pumpkin Spice Pumpkin Seeds. A sweeter option, these seeds have a toffee coating covered in delicious pumpkin spice.
One Redditor warns they’re “usually out for just a couple weeks so stock up on them when you see them every year.” Another admits that the seeds are “so delicious on salads.”
12. Torani Pumpkin Spice Syrup
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Price: $17.99
Want to make pumpkin spice everything? Try a syrup or sauce! One user advises: “Torani & Monin both make good pumpkin spice syrups (make sure you get the spice, and not pumpkin/pumpkin pie—those are pumpkin puree syrups and not the same).”
Nature’s Bakery’s budget-friendly Pumpkin Spice Fig Bar is a flavorful snack or breakfast item made of real fruit and whole grains. Redditors call them “awesome.” (Most suggest trying any of the brand’s breakfast bar varieties.)
Reddit confirms the popularity of Trader Joe’s Organic Pumpkin Spice Granola Bark. This gluten-free snack is topped with dark chocolate and pumpkin seeds, granola flavored with pumpkin spice and toasted to perfection.
One Redditor gushes, “It’s so good!” while another exclaims, “So good and pairs well with my ice pumpkin latte.”
15. Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Spice Batons
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Price: $2.29
Wafer cookies are absolutely delicious, especially during the fall. Trader Joe’s makes a special Pumpkin Spice Baton perfect for dipping in hot drinks or adorning iced, cream-based beverages.
One Redditor was especially pleased with the discovery of these seasonal treats. They admit, “I've told everyone I can find about how delicious they are (mistake?), so of course they want their own (the batons are very hard to share - I may have purchased a half dozen myself).”
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While Trader Joe’s seems to have a stronghold on some of the best pumpkin spice options in the snack market, some great, budget-friendly options are available.
Trust Reddit to identify drinks, desserts, syrups, and even savory dishes that will surprise you with the delightful warmth of pumpkin spice — and then employ a few savvy shopper hacks to make sure you’re getting the best deal on the fall faves.
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