3 New Can't-miss Trader Joe's Upscale Snacks Are Under $6 (and Worth Every Penny)

Is your charcuterie board looking a little sad? Filling it with fancy cheeses and breads can quickly rack up a hefty price tag, but Trader Joe's has some options that offer upscale flavor at low prices — all under $6.

Shopping at Trader Joe's is a great way to stretch your grocery budget while allowing for fancy foods. See the new charcuterie board favorites that have just hit the shelves.

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1. Walnut Gouda Cheese

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Price: $5.49

Trader Joe's has blended the smooth, mellow flavor of gouda cheese with the crunchy, earthy flavor of finely chopped walnuts. The versatility of gouda makes this cheese a perfect pairing with both sweet and savory snacks.

2. Organic Fig & Honey Batard

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Price: $4.99

A batard is like a baguette, except shorter and plumper — and Trader Joe's new bread offering is enhanced with the sweetness of figs and honey mixed into the dough. The flavor will really pop after being warmed and lightly crisped in an oven.

3. Red Leicester Cheese

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Price: $4.99

Add a splash of color and flavor to your snack board with the rich, red-orange  Leicester cheese. It has a savory and nutty profile with a hint of delicate sweetness as a finishing flavor. It pairs perfectly with the fig and honey bread, so you'll be ready to entertain with an upscale snack at a moment's notice.

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Bottom line

Charcuterie boards are just upscale Lunchables for adults, which does not diminish how much everybody loves them. They're perfect when you want to lazily snack on various flavor profiles — and Trader Joe's has unique and delicious new options to spice up your snack time.

Shoppers trying to tackle rising grocery costs may find themselves cutting down on specialty cheeses and breads, but Trader Joe's keeps these delicious favorites affordable.

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