31 Show-Stopping Trader Joe’s Thanksgiving Foods & Drinks to Add to Your Holiday Menu

Whether you're hosting Friendsgiving or a smaller gathering—or maybe you just don't care for dark meat—this twist on turkey can be a fine substitute for roasting an entire bird. Herb-seasoned turkey is paired with cornbread stuffing and wrapped in puff pastry, resulting in an entire meal in one dish. Don't be surprised if people beg for the recipe. It's your call whether you divulge your secret chef.

You may have heard of the 3-3-3-3 Rule for an excellent cheese platter, but I've found it's equally important to include one expected flavor in the mix to create a truly unforgettable spread. That's where this cheddar comes in. Diced dates and bits of buttery toffee add sweetness to this creamy, savory cheese, creating a nice blend of flavors (and texture) in each bite.

Trader Joe's corn pudding is back, only this year, it has a new and improved recipe that promises to be creamier and cheesier than ever before. Puréed sweet and yellow corn, sour cream, cheddar and Parmesan are all combined and baked to a custardy finish—and all you have to do to enjoy it is give it a quick heat in the oven or microwave.

Maybe you're not into biscuits or dinner rolls with your Thanksgiving spread. Consider cornbread instead—and, if you want to save time, go the store-bought route with this handy four-pack of muffins. They have corn kernels in the batter and a light dusting of cornmeal on top, adding some much-needed texture to the classic side.

If you're not big on pumpkin or apple, consider fall's other quintessential flavor: maple. These blondies feature an impressively gooey butterscotch swirl, providing a serious wow factor with minimal effort on your part.

Just because you're serving a show-stopping dessert doesn't mean it needs to be 100 percent made from scratch. You've got enough on your plate this Thanksgiving, both literally and figuratively, so cut yourself a break with this shortcut. Once you've removed them from the container, all that's left to do is dollop with a little whipped cream, pudding or lemon curd and fresh berries.

Brazil Cerrado Arabica beans are brought to life by pumpkin spice oil, orange peel, vanilla beans and spices. Serve it with a fall dessert (or help yourself to a cup before you start cooking to keep your energy up).

Few things scream autumn like a warm mug of apple cider, and this one's only ingredient is fresh-pressed apple juice. Spruce it up on the stovetop with spices like cinnamon, allspice and cloves, then add a glug of whiskey or spiced rum to your mug to turn it into a fall cocktail.

"I'll pass on the cheese dip," said no dinner guest ever. Slather it on pieces of baguette, dunk into it with fresh crudités or scoop it up with tortilla or pita chips. This garlicky, nutty delight also pairs seamlessly with sauv blanc...just sayin'.

A cheese board is expected, but not this Insta-famous appetizer. Melt the raclette in a frying pan to scrape onto apples, potatoes, bread or cornichons, as they do in France and at your favorite outdoor holiday market.

Just *looking* at this soup makes me cozy. And it has a secret ingredient that makes it nutty, decadent and unexpectedly creamy: tahini. (If butternut squash is more your style, opt for TJ's pumpkin-butternut squash bisque instead.)

No Christmas cocktail party is complete without a stacked charcuterie board, and this funky pick is a shoo-in. Hailing from Somerset, England, this cheese has a firm texture, creamy consistency and notable pieces of mushroom and black truffle dappled throughout.

Each bite brings you closer to squash heaven. I'm talking tender roasted butternut and elbow macaroni coated in a luscious béchamel sauce, spiked with cheddar and gouda cheeses. Go ahead, buy two (or three) bags—they won't last long.

Tart, tangy and decidedly decadent, this creamy goat cheese can easily play the leading role on your annual cheese plate. Pair it with herbed crackers, fig jam and olives (and add it your list for Christmas dinner).

Thanks to their two-bite size, you can totally swap these in for canned biscuits or dinner rolls, or serve them as an app before the big feast. The Indian-inspired pastries are stuffed with spiced pumpkin filling and paneer cheese. Just try not to let them ruin your appetite before the turkey hits the table.

No fancy appetizer spread is complete without an herby, crunchy cracker. Pumpkin in the dough gives the crackers a dense texture and a touch of sweetness, while cranberries cut through with their natural tartness.

On the biggest cooking day of the year, a heat-and-eat holiday side is a lifesaver. Heavy cream makes them silky and rich, while brown sugar, nutmeg and vanilla bean paste impart plenty of dessert-inspired flair, minus the mini mallows.

These are a gussied-up version of TJ's standard dinner rolls, which are pillowy soft and destined for your holiday table. A flurry of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme take them from ordinary to celebratory in a flash. Simply warm them up at 400°F for three to five minutes to give them a homemade feel.

If there are wheat-allergic guests at your table, you can't use all-purpose flour to make a gravy from turkey drippings. Luckily, this Trader Joe's Thanksgiving product saves the day with cornstarch and a flurry of seasonal herbs. Crisis averted.

They weren't kidding—the mac is extremely creamy, and its flavor is more nuanced than the average alternative. The trio of Parm, cheddar and TJ's famous Unexpected Cheddar gives the dish a grassy edge that I adored when I tasted it. The pasta is perfectly bite-size and al dente. Serve it with bread or another carb to soak up all the excess sauce.

Sweet potatoes, carrots, beets and parsnips are likely suspects when it comes to Thanksgiving—but in fry form? Be still my spud-loving heart. Serve them as a side with a drizzle of tzatziki and sriracha (OK, or ketchup).

It never hurts to have something green on the table alongside the mac and cheese and mashed potatoes, right? This handy kit boasts a leafy spring mix, cheddar cheese, apple cinnamon chips, pecans and apple vinaigrette, so it's simple and seasonal.

You can't go wrong with this crowd-pleasing classic, especially since all you have to do to prepare the stuffing is pop it in the oven and wait for it to warm through. The bright, sweet-tart notes of the apples and cranberries will add some color and nuance to the expected side.

Skip the mushy mash in favor of heat-and-eat scalloped potatoes, swimming in a rich cream sauce teeming with garlic, leeks and four flavorful cheeses. Even picky eaters won't be able to turn it down (that means you, kids' table).

Butternut squash, sweet potatoes, onions, celery and herbs await. Transform the veggies into soup or stuffing, or simply roast them to accompany the main course. Either way, it'll save you time at the cutting board, and that's a win all around.

At first glance, these single-serve pastries bursting with Northern Spy apple filling and cinnamon crumble may seem like dessert. But I'd argue that they're fair game at dinner too, especially if you're serving pork or herb-heavy poultry. Thank me later.

Why add dessert to your already long list of Thanksgiving chores? Treat yourself to one of these rich, silky, ready-made confections instead and call it a day. Tangy, rich and festive, it'll be doubly as tasty with a hearty drizzle of caramel sauce on top.

When it comes to holiday desserts, I'm all in favor of sizing down. Mini treats mean no fighting with your sister over the last slice of anything, and getting to have pecan and apple and pumpkin pies. Oh, and these are undeniably adorable.

Believe it or not, this pint is nearly 20 percent pure pumpkin purée. I'll take a heaping scoop atop a warm slice of sweet potato pie (made with store-bought pie crust, obvi) for an easy dessert, please and thank you.

Vanilla who? This is the most heavenly pairing for a slice of pecan pie. Crafted with real maple syrup and a dash of sea salt, this Trader Joe's ice cream deserves to be topped with warm dulce de leche and a handful of granola.

It's ridiculously tender, generously frosted and decidedly adorable—what's not to like about this treat? The tangy cream cheese topping is a delicious pairing for spongy, warm-spiced cake. Wash it down with apple cider and thank me later.