Trader Joe's Shoppers Are Calling This New Tropical Dessert 'Addictive'
Walking down the candy aisle at Trader Joe's is always a dangerous game. Just when you think you have your grocery budget under control, the grocery chain drops a brand-new, limited-edition treat that you absolutely have to throw into your cart. The latest summer release swaps out the nutty filling of their famous dark chocolate peanut butter cups for a bright, tropical twist.
The brand-new Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Mango & Passion Fruit Creme Thin Cups ($4.29) just hit store shelves and are getting positive reviews. Shoppers are already buying bags by the armful, with several fans warning that the sweet-and-tangy treats are dangerously addictive.
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What to Know About the New Chocolate Cups
These new sweets are a major twist on their traditional, deep-dish chocolate cups. Instead of a thick, heavy shell, these treats feature a much flatter, coin-like profile. Each piece is just a little wider than a quarter, making them incredibly easy to pop right into your mouth. They are imported from Slovakia and currently retail for $4.29 per 7.04-ounce resealable bag.
Inside the rich, dark chocolate shell is a thin, smooth layer of fruit créme infused with tropical mango and passion fruit flavors. Because the cups are so flat, they are designed to give you a perfect balance of bitter cocoa and tart fruit without feeling too heavy or overly sugary.
A serving size is six pieces, which comes in at 170 calories, making them an excellent option when you just want a quick sweet fix after dinner. Just keep in mind that these are a seasonal item. Trader Joe's has confirmed they will only be available from June through August, meaning you'll need to stock up your pantry before they vanish for the fall.
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What Do Trader Joe's Fans Think of the New Candy?
Many Trader Joe's shoppers love these bite-sized candies. "These are awesome! They are small, so you can have a couple and not go overboard satisfying your sweet tooth," says one commenter on Facebook. "Those are addictive," raves another Facebook user. Shoppers also love the fact that they're gluten-free.
However, not everyone's sold on the snack. "I tried them and thought they were just ok. I can't taste the fruit at all. The dark chocolate is good, but I wish the fruit flavor had more of a punch," notes one Facebook user. And that's the most common complaint. It needs more fruit, but many would still buy it again despite this minor flaw.
If you want to taste the snappy dark chocolate and vibrant fruit flavors for yourself, this affordable treat is definitely worth adding to your grocery list. Just make sure to check the snack aisle closely on your next shopping trip, because like all of the best limited-edition summer releases at Trader Joe's, this sweet bag won't stay on store shelves for long.
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This story was originally published June 18, 2026 at 2:05 PM.