Fall is finally upon us and that means pumpkin spice season is as well. Coffee shops everywhere are bringing out their fall line of drinks with the classic pumpkin spice latte heading each list. But coffee shops aren’t the only places that have some version of pumpkin spice to offer up. Grocery stores all over the country are filling their shelves with seasonal treats. From pumpkin spice kettle corn to pumpkin spice yogurt, there is a pumpkin spice-flavored item for everyone to enjoy.
Clancy’s Drizzled Pumpkin Spice Kettle Corn - Aldi $2.19
Drizzled popcorn is always a great way to join in on the spirit of the season, whether it be through peppermint at Christmas time or pumpkin now in the fall. That being said, this popcorn almost has too much flavor compared to other things on this list. The pumpkin spice flavor is so strong, especially in combination with the kettle corn, that it kind of takes over you completely. I think if they may have used regular popcorn instead of kettle corn it could have been better as the drizzle would have had something salty to contrast it. That being said, if you are a great lover of pumpkin spice, this may just be the thing for you.
Southern Grove Pumpkin Spice Coconut Clusters - Aldi $5.79
These coconut clusters are the perfect snack for a fall hiking trip. The clusters have a variety of different nuts and seeds making it a great healthy alternative to trail mix. The pumpkin spice flavor isn’t overwhelming and, true to its name, the clusters taste more like coconut than pumpkin. So, if you are looking for something to take on your fall break camping trip and aren’t completely obsessed with pumpkin spice, this is the treat for you.
Pumpkin Spice Cheerios - Aldi $3.68
While the pumpkin spice flavor is nothing new to Cheerios, it is something often looked forward to by many. Pumpkin Spice Cheerios aren’t overpowering, but instead use a complement of different spices to bring the pumpkin spice flavor to fruition, with nutmeg being the most prominent. Unlike some cereals, these Cheerios taste great with or without milk by their side. So, if you're looking to “spice” up your breakfast this fall, definitely add these to your shopping list.
Nestle Pumpkin Spice Morsels - Walmart $4.28
These baking chips are perfect for anyone looking to spice up their most recent baking venture or trail mix. While alone they can be a bit overwhelming due to the white chocolate flavor that they bring in addition to the pumpkin spice, they flawlessly enhance any good they are added to.
Miss Jones Snickerdoodle Pumpkin GF Blondie Bar Mix - Walmart $4.98
Walmart has many different mixes this year to fulfill all of your baking needs. This one in particular, while being gluten-free, has a perfect cakey texture but it can be a bit crumbly. Due to the snickerdoodle and pumpkin flavor, the pumpkin is not that strong in the brownies so if that is something you desire more of, I recommend adding the aforementioned baking chips to spice it up. Not only do these blondies taste excellent fresh from the oven, but they also hold up well, tasting just not great but maybe even better the second day.
Great Value Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte Mix - Walmart $4.67
If coffee isn’t your cup of tea, this might just be. This mix produces a creamy and sweet chai latte. While the pumpkin flavor is not super strong, it still has that fall flavor that everyone is looking for. Also, unlike some powdered mixes, this one dissolves easily into hot water and doesn’t leave a clumpy mess at the bottom of your cup. In addition to this, if you're looking to cut back on caffeine but don't want to cut it out entirely, this drink is made from black tea, a great alternative to coffee.
Delight Pumpkin Pie Spice Cold Foam Creamer - Walmart $4.68
Cold foam is a great way to spice up your everyday coffee. However, that being said, if you prefer hot coffee over iced, this cold foam will melt quickly into your drink before you have the chance to really enjoy it. Also, while there is a strong pumpkin spice flavor at first, once it melts, the foam ends up making your coffee taste like you used a lot of hazelnut creamer. Because of this, I recommend forgoing additional creamer and just using the cold foam in your coffee. So, if you're a fan of fancy drinks and hazelnut creamer, this one's for you.
Chobani Pumpkin Spice Greek Yogurt - Walmart $1.22
Another great way to spice up your breakfast this fall is the Chobani Pumpkin Spice Greek Yogurt, especially if you're more of a passive lover of pumpkin spice. The pumpkin takes a minute to hit in this one, and for the most part, the greek yogurt flavor kind of overpowers the pumpkin for a bit. That being said, the greek yogurt doesn’t completely take over and still leaves a good amount of pumpkin flavor in the end. So, if you love greek yogurt and pumpkin spice, this one's for you.
With today’s market, one can pretty much find pumpkin spice flavored anything, so, whether it’s a brownie mix or cold foam, there’s something out there for you.
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Posted by Adeline Gruen