Aldi is known for having superior prices and some pretty great gourmet goods to go along with them. Aldi's specialty items are unique to the market's chain and while not everyone is lucky enough to live near one, those who are, know the magic it has on the shopper seeking unique foods. Many times, gluten-free options, specialty flavors, and even holiday-themed foods can be found in this store more easily than the average grocery store, making Aldi a pretty fascinating place to spend some time.
Among these items, though, are those which are highly regarded by regular shoppers. At the end of 2020, Aldi regulars had some favorites and no secret was made of them; so much so that we're pretty confident they'll continue to be popular into 2021. From frozen foods to drinks and even desserts, here are all the goods that you should be scoping out the next time you make a trip to Aldi.
Season's Choice Riced Cauliflower Stuffing
For those looking to cut carbs and opt for veggie-based options, Season's Choice Riced Cauliflower Stuffing is perfect. This stuffing has a base of, obviously, cauliflower, but is seasoned with all the things we love about traditional stuffing. It's great for the holidays or just for a weeknight meal... Or as a healthy snack, and we won't even tell anyone when you ignore the serving size.
Specially Selected Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Bacon-wrapped scallops are good on principle alone but the fact that Specially Selected has done all the work for us makes them that much more delicious. They're easy to make and require little culinary knowledge if any at all as the directions are incredibly simple, and they're so good that your dinner guests will be wondering when you had time to learn the ways of a gourmet.
Mama Cozzi's Specialty Pizzas
Mama Cozzi's pizzas have a serious reputation among Alid shoppers and it's not just because of the brand's unique name. These are homestyle, original pizzas that include toppings we love, from veggies to extra cheese. Around the holidays, Mama Cozzi gets super festive with holiday-themed pizza shapes and new toppings. Pro tip: find the pizza with the pesto cream sauce, it'll change your life.
Bake Shop Apple Cider Donuts
Usually, apple cider donuts can only be found at apple orchards and at seasonal farmer's markets. Fortunately for Aldi shoppers, these cider donuts can be found at Aldi stores when the seasons change and there's even more good news: if you pop them in the microwave for a few seconds, they'll taste just like they've been made fresh at a farmstand. The cinnamon-sugar topping is the icing on the cake - or, rather, the dusting on the top of an already comforting donut.
Specially Selected Belgian Cocoa-Dusted Truffles
You can't go wrong with a chocolate truffle and Aldi has some of the best ever found in a grocery store. These are decadent and luxurious and dusted with just enough cocoa to make them the stuff of dreams. Chocolate lovers will be happy to know that these are pretty easy to find and yes - they do live up to your expectations. The only downside is the size of the package... it usually leaves us looking for more when we realized we ate the entire thing.
State Of Brewing Raspberry Lemon Spiked Lemonade
Raspberry and lemon go together like meatballs and pasta and while the flavor allusion isn't similar in the slightest, this combination in a spiked lemonade practically screams summer. It gives us all the vibes of sitting poolside while enjoying a tropical beverage and while this stuff might come out of a can instead, it still does the trick for any backyard BBQ. It's so good, in fact, that even non-lemonade lovers will enjoy it simply because the hint of raspberry serves as the perfect whisper of tart sweetness.
Priano Bourbon Sweet Potato Ravioli
If autumn was a ravioli, it would be this one. Sure, you could make your own sweet potato ravioli at home and drag out that pasta maker, but Aldi has it pre-made and this one includes a whisper of bourbon. The flavors of this pasta are unbeatable and it's almost hard to believe that a pasta product that tastes this gourmet exists in a grocery store. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a date night, or even as a way to impress the in-laws when they come into town. Trust us, the only thing you'll need to do is melt some butter to go over the top of these pillows of sweet potato and bourbon love.