16 Unbeatable Aldi Deals to Keep Your Fridge (And Wallet) Full

The price of groceries is on the rise, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). But this doesn’t mean you can’t fill your fridge and still stay on budget.

Stock up and save money at Aldi this month. From gourmet-inspired ready-to-heat-and-eat meals to comfort foods like chicken noodle soup, you don’t have to sacrifice quality for cost. We’ve got you covered with the top bargain buys and holiday-ready finds that will keep your fridge and wallet full.

Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $5.49

No time to cook from scratch? No problem. Pick up a one-pound refrigerated pack of these mashed sweet potatoes with savory black pepper. The heat-and-serve Park Street Deli pick is minimally processed and made without artificial ingredients, soy, or gluten. Serve this as a Thanksgiving side, or use it to make a flavorful fall casserole.

Price: $3.95

Lactose-intolerant coffee drinkers don’t have to avoid flavored creamer. This oat beverage has the sweet taste of cookies and all the richness you would expect from a real dairy delight. Compare Aldi’s low $3.95 price to $4.29 for Silk’s Oatmeal Cookie Oat Creamer at Target.

Price: $3.25

Warm up on a chilly day with this refrigerated homestyle chicken noodle soup. The 16-ounce tub is ready for you to heat and eat. Pair the veggie-packed comfort food with Specially Selected Italian bread ($4.39) or Savoritz’s Oyster Crackers ($1.65).

Price: $3.95

Winter is coming — and so are the flavors of the season. Brissimo recently released the brand’s popular peppermint mocha dairy-free creamer. The 32-ounce bottle of flavored almond milk is perfect for your morning cup of coffee. Fans rave about this seasonal selection. Redditor Scurvy_Cat wrote, “I bought so much of this last year; it is so good.”

This Aldi buy is a bargain for $3.95. Target’s Good and Gather brand Peppermint Mocha Oat Creamer costs $4.59.

Price: $4.75

Pass on pricey, ready-made charcuterie platters and create your own with this affordable goat’s milk brie. The seven-ounce wheel of cheese is a steal for $4.75. You’ll pay over $2 more for a smaller 4.1-ounce package at Whole Foods Market.

Price: $4.99

This fully cooked, microwavable side contains cauliflower, cream, cheddar cheese, and just the right amount of sea salt. The keto-friendly, gluten-free pick is an alternative to the same potatoes you have every holiday season. Get one pound of the veggie mash for less than $5 right now.

Price: $5.29 per pound

Unlike Aldi’s other prepared foods, this one isn’t fully cooked. But it is seasoned perfectly. The tangy sun-dried tomato taste is the ideal antidote to turkey overload. Grill, bake, broil, or air fry the seasoned boneless chicken breasts and serve the popular poultry pick with fresh asparagus, a side salad, or a bowl of soup.

Price: $2.45

Wake up to warm cinnamon rolls. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen mixing and blending the perfect dough, start with this ready-to-bake buy. The eight-count pack includes plenty of creamy, decadent icing to swirl on top. Serve the hot rolls on Christmas morning, or add them to your holiday brunch buffet.

For $2.45, this refrigerated find is a must-have deal. Target sells Pillsbury’s brand-name cinnamon rolls for $3.49.

Price: $6.99

Your friends and family will think you spent hours in the kitchen prepping this gourmet dinner. Park Street Deli’s ready-cooked white wine pepper sauce chicken combines convenience, cost, and quality. And bonus, this heat-and-eat fridge find is microwavable.

Price: $3.09

It’s holiday party season. And Aldi has you covered with this 32-ounce carton of ready-to-drink eggnog. The Friendly Farms nog is only $3.09. Target sells Favorite Day’s version for $0.90 more.

Price: $3.29

Score two 3.12-ounce ooey, gooey, rich caramel lava cakes for less than $3.50.

What do customers have to say about this refrigerated dessert? Redditor juicedmon83 commented, “They were very soft and held their temperature. The caramel wasn’t thick, so it kind of melted into the cake, too. The size was nice.”

Price: $3.65

Skip expensive barista blends and make your own holiday coffee drink at home. Barissimo’s Peppermint Mocha flavored iced coffee is like a caffeinated candy cane in a cup.

The 64-ounce carton is a seasonal bargain that won’t last long. Nab this delish drink for $3.65 at Aldi. Target sells the 40-ounce size of Starbucks’ Peppermint Mocha Iced Espresso for over $2 more.

Price: $4.49

It may sound like a dessert, but this apricot, amaretto, and white chocolate combo is a cheese. Upgrade a holiday party platter or charcuterie board with this gourmet goodie.

If you’re not entirely sure what to do with it, take it from Redditor fortifiedoptimism, “Good plain. Good with apples. Good with pears too. I like it best by itself because it’s delicious and doesn’t need any help.”

Price: $3.55

Whip up an Italian feast for a fraction of what you could pay for takeout. The $3.55 nine-ounce pack of ricotta, romano, and parmesan-filled pasta cooks in three minutes — making it convenient and cost-effective.

Pair the tortellini with Reggano’s Mushroom Pasta Sauce ($1.85), Simply Nature’s Organic Tomato Basil flavor ($2.19), or Priano’s Creamy Alfredo ($1.89).

Price: $3.69

Fill your fridge with kitchen staples for the holiday season. Swap out vegetable oil, olive oil, or margarine for this decadent eight-ounce pack of Pure Irish Butter.

At $3.69, Aldi’s price beats out the name-brand buys. Kerrygold’s Grass-Fed Pure Irish Butter costs $3.99 at Target.

Price: $1.35

Make pizza at home for less than the cost of delivery. Start with this 16-ounce ready-to-bake dough for $1.35. Add Reggano’s $1.29 jar of Pizza Sauce, Emporium Selection’s Fresh Mozzarella ($3.69), and your favorite toppings.

Whether you’re prepping for a holiday meal or stocking up on staples, you don’t have to break the bank just to fill your fridge. Tasty, convenient, health-conscious buys are pricey at some specialty grocery stores. And that’s why we’ve rounded up the most affordable alternatives from Aldi.

Your savings don’t have to stop at the cash register. Even though Aldi doesn’t accept coupons, you can use the top rewards credit cards to earn cash back and other perks on eligible grocery purchases.