For example, in December 2021, Trader Joe’s unveiled the newest variation of its Pound Plus Milk Chocolate Bar imported directly from Belgium. This one, which weighs a whopping 17.6 ounces, is filled with caramel, pretzel pieces, and sea salt. Though the massive chocolate bars can be eaten on their own, many Trader Joe’s shoppers opt to break them up into pieces and bake those chunks into cookies, brownies, and even bread pudding. In years past, the California-based company has released other versions of its Pound Plus bars, including one that’s made entirely of 72 percent dark chocolate, and another that is pure milk chocolate. TJ’s also sells several seasonal chocolate items, such as those adorable Snowman Hot Cocoa Bombs, but many of its chocolate treats are avaliable all year long. If purchasing more than a pound of chocolate at once seems too daunting (or tempting), Trader Joe’s also has about two dozen other chocolate-centric options for shoppers to choose from that are a bit less intense. While the majority of these items are best suited for dessert, there are several that you can enjoy at any point in the day. Keep reading to learn more about some of our favorite Trader Joe’s chocolate finds! RELATED: 19+ Baking Hacks for Better Cookies, According to Professional Chefs RELATED: 9 Ways to Get Your Ice Cream Fix Without an Ice Cream Maker If you don’t mind eating dairy, try Chocolate Chip Hold the Cone. This dessert features mini chocolate cones stuffed with chocolate chip ice cream that sports a chocolatey coating, which also lines the cone itself. Aside from tasting delicious, this chocolate layer keeps the ice cream from leaking out as you enjoy your treat. Take that, sun! RELATED: 11 Tips for Making Tastier Plant-Based Meals, According to Professional Chefs Not a peanut butter fan? Stock up on Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups instead! RELATED: These Are the 10 Best Nut and Seed Butters For a Protein Boost For something slightly different, try TJ’s Organic Sea Salt & Nibs 63 Percent Dark Chocolate Bar. This bar pairs that same chocolate made with cocoa beans from Madagascar with just the right amount of sea salt. The salt adds a satisfying crunch, and brings out the fruity, complex flavors of the chocolate.
