Trader Joe's Mini Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are one of those sweets I can never resist picking up when I see them. Bite-sized, creamy, and packed in a big tub, they're the kind of candy that disappears faster than you think. Sweet milk chocolate on the outside with a peanut butter center-simple, classic, and pretty addictive.
What's in the tub
Each container holds a generous amount of little cups, all individually unwrapped and ready to snack on. The shell is milk chocolate, while the inside is a smooth peanut butter filling. They're softer and fresher than store-bought candy bars, which makes them feel more like something from a local chocolatier than a grocery store.
Taste and texture
The chocolate comes through first: sweet, milky, and smooth. Then you hit the peanut butter, which adds just enough saltiness to balance things out. These aren't as bold on the peanut butter side as I sometimes want-the ratio leans more chocolate-heavy than the larger TJ's peanut butter cups-but the flavor is still delicious.
Texture-wise, they're easy to bite into, no hard snap, just a gentle shell that gives way to a creamy filling. If you keep them in the fridge, the chocolate firms up and the peanut butter stays soft, which I actually prefer. Out of the tub at room temperature, they melt in your mouth pretty quickly.
How I like to enjoy them
Most of the time, I eat them straight out of the tub-dangerous, because suddenly ten are gone. I've also sprinkled them over Trader Joe's pumpkin ice cream, which is amazing, especially if you let them melt a little and create those chocolate-peanut butter swirls. Once, I even tossed a few into warm oatmeal just for fun. It made a very decadent breakfast, but worth it.
Portion size and value
The tub is 12 ounces, which feels like a lot when you first bring it home. Then you realize how quickly they go. Price-wise, they're fair compared to other chocolate treats, and honestly, the quality is better than anything you'd get in a gas station candy aisle. It's definitely an indulgence, but one I don't regret.
Location in store
You'll usually find these in the candy and sweets section, often near the larger bags of dark chocolate and seasonal candies. Around the holidays, I've also spotted them closer to the checkout area, almost like Trader Joe's is daring you not to grab one more sweet before leaving.
Similar products at Trader Joe's
If you like these, you might also enjoy:
- Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups - richer and slightly less sweet, a great alternative if you want more balance.
- Mini Brie Bites - not sweet, but another snack-sized item that's perfect for portioned treats.
- Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Dip - totally different category, but fun to serve on the same snack table if you're mixing sweet and savory.
Would I buy again?
Yes, but I have to pace myself. These are way too easy to snack on without realizing how many you've eaten. They're perfect for sharing, baking, or just keeping in the fridge for sweet cravings.
Final thoughts
Trader Joe's Mini Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are a classic TJ's candy tub-simple, tasty, and incredibly snackable. They're not as peanut-buttery as I sometimes want, but the chocolate quality is solid and the convenience makes them an easy win. I'd give them 4 out of 5 stars.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐☆
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