America rarely makes room in its heart for foreign grocers, but it has long made an exception for the German discounter Aldi. Nearly half a century into its U.S. run, shoppers have increasingly chosen Aldi for their grocery hauls, and many will argue it offers products that go toe-to-toe with brand names at prices other chains struggle to match.
Longtime Aldi shoppers already know what’s worth grabbing, and they’re very willing to tell you. Here are nine items Aldi fans say they never leave the store without.
Peanut Butter Cups
Not every peanut butter cup deserves to be compared to Reese’s, but Aldi’s do. The Choceur Peanut Butter Cups cost around $3 to $4, depending on the store, and shoppers say the flavor is close enough that they’ve stopped buying the name-brand version. “They’re straight up better than Reese’s,” wrote one Aldi fan on Reddit. “I second this!! They have the BEST peanut butter cups in the world,” another user agreed.
Sourdough Bread
If there’s one item Aldi fans are openly obsessed with, it’s the Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round. The bread gets a lot of points for its price—it typically runs about $3.29 to $3.65 for a 24-ounce loaf, which is cheaper than most bakery-style sourdough and large enough to last several meals. It’s also made with just a few ingredients, unlike your average sliced bread that comes with a long list of things you can’t pronounce.
“I love their sourdough bread! Very few ingredients and no sugar,” one Aldi fan shared on Reddit. “The simple ingredients caught my attention and made me curious. I’m glad I tried it out,” another added.
Benton’s Peanut Butter Fudge Cookies
What shoppers love about Benton’s PB Fudge Cookies is that they taste very close to Girl Scout cookies (some might even call them knock-offs), cost much less, and are available all year round.
A box usually costs about $2 to $3, which is why people treat them as a regular grocery item instead of a seasonal splurge. “I can’t have those fudge cookies in my house. I don’t have the willpower to stop eating them,” one Redditor said. “They are unfathomably addictive, especially after being in the fridge,” another added.
Park Street Deli Jalapeño Artichoke Dip
Aldi’s Jalapeño Artichoke Dip shows up in Reddit threads as a repeat buy because it does exactly what people expect it to do. It costs about $3.29, which is a little cheaper than the similar version at Trader Joe’s, and shoppers say the flavor is just as good. “I bought it because I like the costco/sams artichoke dip. Decided to try this one,” shared one Redditor. “Holy F, it was spicy and tasty. 10/10 awesome snack.”
Brioche Burger Buns
Aldi fans can’t deny it: They love these brioche buns. A pack usually costs around $3 to $4, and shoppers say they’re soft without being flimsy, slightly sweet without tasting dessert-y, and hold up to burgers, fried chicken, and fish sandwiches without collapsing halfway through. “Okay, I get the hype over Aldi’s brioche buns. Absolutely fantastic!” shared one Redditor.
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Red Bag Chicken
The official name of the product is Kirkwood Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets, but Aldi shoppers almost always refer to it as “red bag chicken,” after the bright red packaging it comes in. It’s one of Aldi’s most talked-about freezer items because it’s easy to cook and commonly used for chicken sandwiches and weeknight meals.
Moser Roth Chocolate Bars
Moser Roth is Aldi’s higher-cocoa chocolate line, one that shoppers love because it doesn’t come with a hefty price tag. Bars typically cost $1.99 to $2.79, depending on the store, and many compare the quality to Lindt. “One of the best items you can get when you compare price and quality,” wrote one Redditor. “It’s so much better than Hershey’s — more like Lindt but much cheaper,” said another.
Friendly Farms Cottage Cheese
Friendly Farms cottage cheese shows up in many Aldi carts because it’s inexpensive, and shoppers say the quality holds up. A 24-ounce tub costs about $3.15, which is lower than most national brands for the same size. “They have the BEST cottage cheese ever. Seriously,” shares one Aldi shopper. “I’ve been eating cottage cheese like a madwoman since I tried the Aldi’s version,” writes another.
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Street Corn Dip
Aldi fans don’t leave the store without the Mexican Street Corn Dip because it’s reliable and ready as-is. It costs about $3 to $4, doesn’t need dressing up, and works straight from the container.
“If you are blessed to be somewhere Aldi carries Street Corn Dip, buy it. Buy it all right now.” shared one Redditor. “I literally put it on everything, even sweet potatoes for breakfast.
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