Let me start by saying this - Trader Joe's Salted Maple Ice Cream might just be one of the best things they've ever made. And I don't say that lightly. I've tried just about every seasonal ice cream they've released, from pumpkin to peppermint, but this one stopped me mid-bite. It's that good.

Location in store
You'll find this golden treasure in the frozen dessert section, usually near the seasonal ice creams and mochi. It comes in a pint-sized container that looks simple, but don't let that fool you - inside is pure fall magic. If your store still has it, grab two, because it disappears fast once people realize how good it is.
Taste test
From the first spoonful, it's perfection. The flavor is deeply maple - not that fake pancake syrup kind, but real, dark maple with a warm, caramelized sweetness. The "salted" part isn't overpowering - it's subtle but totally necessary. It rounds out the sweetness and gives it that buttery, toffee-like balance that keeps you coming back for another spoonful… and then another.

The texture is insanely smooth and creamy, almost custard-like. It melts beautifully and tastes rich without being heavy. It reminds me of maple candy from Vermont mixed with a swirl of sea salt caramel ice cream - cozy, sophisticated, and comforting all at once.
I tried it plain first, then added a drizzle of Trader Joe's Organic Maple Butter, and it became next-level. A sprinkle of crushed pecans on top also makes it feel fancy (and adds the perfect crunch).
A little background
Trader Joe's seasonal ice creams have a cult following - and this flavor instantly joined the ranks of "legendary." It made its debut as part of the fall lineup, and fans online have been begging for it to become a year-round item ever since. The flavor feels nostalgic but elevated - like maple syrup and sea salt had a love child in the freezer aisle.
If you love sweet-and-salty desserts, or anything maple-flavored, you'll probably end up eating this straight out of the pint like I did.

Best ways to enjoy it
- Straight from the pint (obviously)
- On top of Trader Joe's Maple Leaf Cookies for the tasty fall dessert sandwich
- With warm apple pie or pumpkin bread
- A scoop over Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche Twist French toast (trust me - heaven)
- Or just with a spoon, while standing in front of the freezer at midnight - no judgment here
Similar products
If you can't find the salted maple flavor or want to mix things up, try:
- Trader Joe's Pumpkin Ice Cream - sweet, creamy, and classic fall.
- Trader Joe's Brown Butter Bourbon Ice Cream (if it returns) - rich and nutty with a similar cozy vibe.
- Trader Joe's French Vanilla Ice Cream - simple but perfect base for topping with maple syrup.
- Trader Joe's Mini Hold the Cone! Strawberry Ice Cream Cones
Final thoughts
I've had a lot of ice creams in my life, but this one stands out. Trader Joe's Salted Maple Ice Cream is rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced - the kind of flavor that makes you pause and smile mid-bite. It's sweet, salty, buttery, and everything I want in a fall dessert.
Honestly, it deserves its own fan club. Five out of five stars - no hesitation.
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