The New 'Super Moist' Dessert Trader Joe's Shoppers are Racing Out to Buy
Summer's officially here, which means it's time for the good flavors to come out and play. And where do you turn for the latest seasonal treats? Trader Joe's, of course—so long as you're looking to shut down a sweet craving fast.
This week, everyone's favorite neighborhood grocer is back with a limited-time treat that's already turning heads. Inspired by Trader Joe's cult-favorite sheet cakes, the new Strawberry Mini Sheet Cake is high on our list of must-try desserts heading into the weekend.
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'New Strawberry Mini Sheet Cake just dropped at Trader Joe's,' @traderjoeslist announced online, 'and my friend gave it an 8.5/10!'That's a pretty strong rating for a dessert that usually gets mixed reviews. Fans tend to go back and forth on the sweetness of Trader Joe's iconic sheet cakes—but this new strawberry spin seems to aim for a more craveable balance. And at $5.99 for an 18-ounce serving, it's an easy grab whether you're hosting or just need something sweet in the fridge.
'Super moist with strawberry preserves baked into the cake and strawberry purée in the cream cheese frosting,' Natasha noted. 'It's rich, sweet, and perfect for summer get-togethers—or for sneaking a bite every time you pass through the kitchen.'As Natasha pointed out, what sets this new strawberry mini sheet cake apart from the rest is the use of organic strawberry preserves—they bring a serious hit of real, juicy flavor. And that strawberry purée–cream cheese frosting combo? Honestly, it sounds like pure genius.
'My whole family LOVED this one, 10/10,' one satisfied fan wrote. Another added, 'I don't care if the strawberry flavor's in the cake or the frosting—the whole thing is bomb.'
If you're already planning to grab one for yourself, here's a heads-up from a fan: 'The cake was super moist, but overall, it's really sweet. Just a sliver will do.' With that in mind, good luck sticking to just one slice—we'll definitely be struggling too.The New 'Super Moist' Dessert Trader Joe's Shoppers are Racing Out to Buy first appeared on Parade on Jun 20, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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