SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 6/15/2018

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.

Kimberley s Bakeshoppe Unicorn Gourmet Cupcakes Filled with Cotton Candy Frosting

Kimberley’s Bakeshoppe Unicorn Gourmet Cupcakes Filled with Cotton Candy Frosting

(Spotted by Caitlin J at Walmart.)

Whataburger Hickory Smoked Bacon

Whataburger Hickory Smoked Bacon

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

Starbucks Tristan Eaton Limited Edition Sumatra Coffee Whole Bean

Starbucks Tristan Eaton Limited Edition Sumatra Coffee Whole Bean

(Spotted by Sylvia at Starbucks.)

Project 7 Sparkling Mimosa Gourmet Gummies

Project 7 Sparkling Mimosa Gourmet Gummies

(Spotted by Sylvia at Starbucks.)

H E B Creamy Poblano Pasta Sauce

H-E-B Creamy Poblano Pasta Sauce

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

Angie s Boom Chicka Pop Chile Lime Flavored Popcorn

Angie’s Boom Chicka Pop Chile Lime Flavored Popcorn

(Spotted by Sylvia at Starbucks.)

Green Giant Fresh Cauliflower Crumbles Burrito Bowl

Green Giant Fresh Cauliflower Crumbles Burrito Bowl

Green Giant Teriyaki Cauliflower Crumbles  Fried Rice Bowl

Green Giant Teriyaki Cauliflower Crumbles “Fried Rice” Bowl

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Target.)

Safe Catch Elite Cajun and Garlic Herb Wild Tuna Pouches

Safe Catch Elite Cajun and Garlic Herb Wild Tuna Pouches

Safe Catch Elite and Citrus Pepper Wild Tuna Pouches

Safe Catch Elite and Citrus Pepper Wild Tuna Pouches

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Kroger.)

Marketside Firecracker Crunch Popcorn

Marketside Firecracker Crunch Popcorn

Marketside Stars White Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods

Marketside Stars White Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods

(Spotted by Laurie at Walmart.)

Luvo Flipped Bowls  Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Basil Sauce and Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Pesto Sauce

Luvo Flipped Bowls (Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Basil Sauce and Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Pesto Sauce)

Luvo Flipped Bowls  Chicken Meatballs in Garlic Wine Sauce and Chicken Meatballs in Stroganoff Sauce

Luvo Flipped Bowls (Chicken Meatballs in Garlic Wine Sauce and Chicken Meatballs in Stroganoff Sauce)

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Central Market.)

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.

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SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Store Exclusive Emoji Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts

Store Exclusive Emoji Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts

Walmart gets Salted Caramel Pop-Tarts as an exclusive, while Giant gets this. (Spotted by Caitlin J at Giant.)

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: Yoplait Tastes of Summer Yogurt

Yoplait Original Tastes of Summer Cherry Sno Cone Yogurt

Yoplait Original Tastes of Summer Cherry Sno Cone Yogurt

Yoplait Whips Tastes of Summer Root Beer Float Yogurt

Yoplait Whips Tastes of Summer Root Beer Float Yogurt

Root Beer Float is a returning flavor, but I think Cherry Sno Cone is new. (Spotted by Amanda Y at Walmart.)

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.

QUICK REVIEW: Baskin-Robbins Dunkin’ Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream

Baskin Robbins Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream

What is it?

A marriage between my two greatest loves in life: coffee and ice cream.

In other words, this is another one of Dunkin’ Brands’s attempts at co-branding, and it combines Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee Flavored Ice Cream with French Vanilla Ice Cream.

How is it?

Baskin Robbins Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream 2

Just as good as you would expect a frozen dessert with Baskin-Robbins’s pedigree to be! The creamy sweetness of the vanilla worked well alongside the subtle bitterness and slightly icy nature of the coffee portion. Both of them were well combined in my not-quite-a-pint, so I got a nice combination of both flavors in each spoonful.

When I ate the two together, the overall effect reminded me of a frozen vanilla latte. Considering that I’m always trying to figure out a way to get more caffeine and ice cream into my day, this flavor certainly kills two birds with one stone.

Baskin Robbins Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream 3

As far as density is concerned, I wouldn’t consider this to be a hefty snack. Despite how small the container is, this ice cream isn’t nearly as rich and heavy as Haagen-Dazs or Ben & Jerry’s is, so I’d compare it to be more similar to Edy’s/Dreyer’s Grand or Blue Bunny in the texture department.

Is there anything else I need to know?

Baskin Robbins Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream 4

Since this flavor is inspired by French vanilla coffee, it’s not surprising that heating a cup over the stove produces an AMAZING result. Melting it down into a hot drink makes probably the most indulgent coffee that you’re likely to ever drink at home, and it’s absolutely an acceptable replacement for a real vanilla latte if you’re ever too lazy to drive to an actual Dunkin’ Donuts.

Conclusion:

Baskin-Robbins Dunkin’ Donuts French Vanilla Coffee Ice Cream’s versatility as both a dessert and as an emergency caffeine fix make it a definite must-have if you love coffee and ice cream as much as I do. Just don’t expect something super indulgent if you decide to go the frozen route.

Purchased Price: $2.99
Size: 14 fl. oz.
Purchased at: Food Lion
Rating: 7 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: (1/2 cup) 190 calories, 90 calories from fat, 10 grams of fat, 7 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 40 milligrams of cholesterol, 75 milligrams of sodium, 21 grams of carbohydrates, 0 grams of dietary fiber, 18 grams of total sugars, 3 grams of protein.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Gatorade G Zero

Gatorade Zero Glacier Cherry

Gatorade Zero Glacier Cherry

Gatorade Zero Orange

Gatorade Zero Orange

G Zero is the first no-sugar thirst quencher in Gatorade’s 53-year history. There’s also a lemon-lime flavor. (Spotted by Josh G at Walgreens.)

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.

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