SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 8/6/2018

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Trader Joe s Chocolate Chunk Cantuccini Mini Italian Biscotti Cookies

Trader Joe’s Chocolate Chunk Cantuccini Mini Italian Biscotti Cookies

Trader Joe s Organic Beef Bone Broth

Trader Joe’s Organic Beef Bone Broth

(Spotted by Rachel C at Trader Joe’s.)

Our Specialty Vanilla and Chocolate Dessert Dippers

Our Specialty Vanilla and Chocolate Dessert Dippers

There’s also a Cookies ‘n Creme variety. (Spotted by Amanda Y at Kroger.)

Birch Benders Blueberry and Banana Paleo Pancake  Waffle Mix

Birch Benders Blueberry and Banana Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Sprouts.)

Foodstirs Organic Minut Mug Cake Mixes  Molten Chocolate Chip and Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake

Foodstirs Organic Minut Mug Cake Mixes (Molten Chocolate Chip and Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake)

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Sprouts.)

SunChips Mix 30 Pack

SunChips Mix 30-Pack

Kellogg s Snack Variety Pack Fun Mix 38 Pack

Kellogg’s Snack Variety Pack Fun Mix 38-Pack

(Spotted by Robbie at Sam’s Club.)

Frito Lay Purely Delicious Mix

Frito Lay Purely Delicious Mix

(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)

Snapps Blueberry Muffin Bites

Snapps Blueberry Muffin Bites

(Spotted by RaveGyrl at Dollar Tree.)

Celebrat with Chocolate Assorted Chocolates  Happy Birthday and Congrats

Celebrate with Chocolate Assorted Chocolates (Happy Birthday and Congrats)

(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)

Oasis Naturals Organic Almond Dip  Smoky Chipotle Jalapeno Lime and Mango Habanero

Oasis Naturals Organic Almond Dip (Smoky Chipotle, Jalapeno Lime, and Mango Habanero)

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Sprouts.)

The Laughing Cow Creamy Mozzarella

The Laughing Cow Creamy Mozzarella

(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart Neighborhood Market.)

Tone It Up Peanut Butter Cookie Protein Bites

Tone It Up Peanut Butter Cookie Protein Bites

(Spotted by Caitlin J at Target.)

Skinner SuperGreens Rotini

Skinner SuperGreens Rotini

Skinner SuperGreens Thin Spaghetti

Skinner SuperGreens Thin Spaghetti

(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart Neighborhood Market.)

Annie s Organic Canned Chicken Noodle Soup Star Pasta  Chicken Soup and Vegetable Soup

Annie’s Organic Canned Chicken Noodle Soup, Star Pasta & Chicken Soup, and Vegetable Soup

Annie s Organic Tomato Soup Meatball Soup and Creamy Tomato  Bunny Pasta Soup

Annie’s Organic Tomato Soup, Meatball Soup, and Creamy Tomato & Bunny Pasta Soup

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Sprouts.)

If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you’ve tried the product, share your thoughts about it in the comments.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Stacy’s Cheese Petites

Stacy s Cheese Petites Romano with Garlic  Pepper

Stacy’s Cheese Petites Romano with Garlic & Pepper

Stacy s Cheese Petites Parmesan with Rosemary

Stacy’s Cheese Petites Parmesan with Rosemary

Stacy’s is known for its pitas, but now wants to be known for its cheese petites. Maybe it should combine the two to make Pitates…Petates…Pita Petites? (Spotted by Rachel T at Hy-Vee.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES (FROZEN FOOD EDITION) – 8/3/2018

Here are some interesting new or limited edition frozen foods found by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Alpha Foods Pizza Handheld Pot Pie

Alpha Foods Pizza Handheld Pot Pie

Alpha Foods Beefy Cheddar Handheld Pot Pie

Alpha Foods Beefy Cheddar Handheld Pot Pie

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Kroger.)

Marie Callender s Red Chili Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl

Marie Callender’s Red Chili Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl

Marie Callender s Sweet and Spicy Chicken  Noodle Bowl

Marie Callender’s Sweet and Spicy Chicken & Noodle Bowl

Marie Callender s Sweet and Savory Sesame Chicken Bowl

Marie Callender’s Sweet and Savory Sesame Chicken Bowl

Marie Callender s Tender Ginger Beef  Broccoli Bowl

Marie Callender’s Tender Ginger Beef & Broccoli Bowl

Marie Callender s Cheesy Chipotle Rice  Beans Bowl

Marie Callender’s Cheesy Chipotle Rice & Beans Bowl

Marie Callender s Spicy Buffalo Style Chicken Mac  Cheese Bowl

Marie Callender’s Spicy Buffalo Style Chicken Mac & Cheese Bowl

Marie Callender s Creamy Vermont Mac  Cheese Bowl

Marie Callender’s Creamy Vermont Mac & Cheese Bowl

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Kroger.)

Marie Callender s Sweet Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

Marie Callender’s Sweet Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

(Spotted by @bbcardclubhouse at Meijer.)

Farmwise Veggie Tots Beets

Farmwise Veggie Tots Beets

(Spotted by Laurie at H-E-B.)

Healthy Choice Simply Steamers Beef Chimichurri

Healthy Choice Simply Steamers Beef Chimichurri

Healthy Choice Simply Steamers Beef  Red Chili Sauce

Healthy Choice Simply Steamers Beef & Red Chili Sauce

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Target.)

Marie Callender s Delights Ancho Chile Grilled Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Marie Callender’s Delights Ancho Chile Grilled Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Marie Callender s Delights Grilled Chicken in a Tomato Yogurt Parmesan Sauce

Marie Callender’s Delights Grilled Chicken in a Tomato Yogurt Parmesan Sauce

Marie Callender s Delights Butternut Squash Mac  Cheese

Marie Callender’s Delights Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Kroger and Target.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

QUICK REVIEW: Brach’s Mini Candy Corn & Chocolate Peanuts

Brach s Mini Candy Corn  Chocolate Peanuts

What is it?

Brach’s has paired the mini version of its classic candy corn with sea salt peanuts coated in chocolate. That’s it.

How is it?

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I’ve often thought Brach’s has the best flavor and texture of candy corn, even though it’s not as cute as, say, Jelly Belly’s version. These mini corns are proportionally smaller, with the length being about 75 percent of the original. They are about as good as plain candy corn can be.

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The chocolate-covered peanuts are a tasty candy. The sea salt is a welcome addition to the current sweet-and-salty fad. The chocolate isn’t bad, but it’s obviously from a company that doesn’t focus on chocolate.

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The two components are fine as they are. But when you eat them at the same time, some kind of autumnal magic creates a wonderful treat that is better than either element on its own. It reminds me of a (somewhat inferior) Snickers or Baby Ruth, with the candy corn taking the place of the caramel and nougat. If they sold these in bar form, I would totally buy it. The peanuts and salt balance out the overly sweet nature of candy corn, and the chocolate bridges the gap.

Is there anything else I need to know?

I wondered if there was a magic ratio of peanuts to candy corn that made these taste the best, but I haven’t found it. It’s all good.

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Also, candy corn is supposed to look like harvest-time maize, but if they wanted to make it into a gross-out Halloween candy, they could make it look like the corns on your feet.

Conclusion:

I doubt this mix will convert any candy corn haters, but for those of us who enjoy (or at least tolerate) the fall standby, this is a delightful upgrade.

Purchased Price: $1.98
Size: 13 oz. bag
Purchased at: Walmart
Rating: 7 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: (1/6 cup) 130 calories, 5 grams of fat, 2 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 110 milligrams of sodium, 20 grams of carbohydrates, 0 grams of fiber, 17 grams of sugar (including 16 grams of added sugar), and 2 grams of protein.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Lay’s New England Lobster Roll Potato Chips

Lay s New England Lobster Roll Potato Chips

Here’s the flavor available in the Northeast. According to Lay’s it’s supposed to taste like fresh lobster served on a buttery grilled roll. (Spotted by Steven L at Cumberland Farms.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

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