Good news for holiday treat lovers: Aldi now has the festive candies that always sell out at Trader Joe's
If you’re one of those people who searches for peppermint treats every holiday season but can’t seem to find them, Aldi has the perfect option for you.
The holidays are approaching, and even though it’s still a bit early to see decorations on the streets and in stores, we can already find the classic seasonal products in supermarkets. We live in an era of extreme passion for seasonal products. The pumpkin spice craze in fall (which now starts as early as August) is reaching nearly obsessive levels, and holiday treats are no exception.
By November, we’re already starting to see peppermint and candy cane-flavored products hitting supermarket shelves. The wonderful world of Christmas cookies returns to brighten our holiday season.
One of the most popular holiday treats is Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Covered Peppermint Joe-Joe’s. Maybe too popular—because every year, just as fall winds down, they tend to sell out, much to the frustration of fans.
The good news is that Aldi offers a delicious, quite similar alternative: Benton’s Fudge Covered Peppermint Cremes.
What are Benton’s Fudge Covered Peppermint Cremes?
The name says it all. These are Oreo-style sandwich cookies with a sweet peppermint icing filling, all covered in dark chocolate. As if that wasn’t enough, each cookie is topped with crushed peppermint candies, adding a perfect crunchy touch to every bite.
According to Aldi’s website, the price may vary by location, but early fans who’ve already grabbed a box report that it’s around $3.49. This year, Benton’s Fudge Covered Peppermint Cremes have a new look, with the box color switched from the traditional red to a festive green.
Cookies that are creating a buzz on social media
Fans of these cookies are already buzzing about them on social media, spreading the word that Benton’s Fudge Covered Peppermint Cremes are back on Aldi’s shelves. This is where the true peppermint lovers shine.
For my peppermint chocolate lovers❄️
byu/OohMami inaldi
“I love peppermint season so much more than pumpkin season,” comments one Reddit user. Others are even sharing their best tips for enjoying the cookies, like the user who suggests, “These are outstanding. I like to put them in the freezer and gnaw on them once frozen.”
Some fans, however, don’t want to share. “Do yourself a favor and do not buy these. They are terrible. I’m going back tomorrow to take alllll of them off the shelves. You’re welcome,” says one Facebook user with a hint of irony.
it's baaaaaack! 🥹😋
byu/saucyfbaby inaldi
As we mentioned, Trader Joe’s version of these cookies sells out every year. So, if you get the chance, we recommend picking up a few boxes before they’re gone. If you don’t, soon they’ll disappear, leaving a peppermint-shaped hole in our lives that won’t be filled for almost a year.
*This article was written in Spanish and translated with the help of AI.