16 Thrifty Aldi Deals to Pack Your Pantry Without Emptying Your Wallet

You don’t have to break the bank to fill your pantry this fall. Stretch your Aldi budget further with the top deals of the season.

From the newest products on store shelves to trusted staples and essentials, you can find everything you need for less. And at these low prices, you may have enough cash left in your wallet to splurge on an impromptu autumn activity.

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

Price: $3.29

Start your day with the flavor of fall. These apple cider donuts are a sweet breakfast treat. But that’s not all.

Slice one open and add a layer of pumpkin ice cream to make a delish dessert sandwich. Compare Aldi’s low price to Target's $3.99 for the same six-count size of Favorite Day donuts.

Price: $4.15

No time to cook French toast? No problem. Cinnamon and maple flavors give these bagels serious French toast vibes. Pop one into the toaster and eat it as-is, or add a smear of flavored cream cheese.

Price: $3.29

Backyard barbecue season is over. But that doesn’t mean you don’t need to stock up on mustard. Specially Selected’s new horseradish flavor has a zesty kick that will complement your Oktoberfest or game-day party menu.

Aldi’s store-brand costs less than $3.50 for a 13.6-ounce jar. You’ll pay $8.50 for Stonewall Kitchen’s eight-ounce horseradish mustard.

Price: $3.79

Pack a snack for the gym, a walk, or a day out with friends.

Each box of Southern Grove’s cranberry nut trail mix includes eight individually wrapped travel-ready bags of the sweet-and-salty blend.

Price: $3.85

Serve this Dutch cookie for dessert with a hot cup of coffee or on top of vanilla bean ice cream. Aldi’s Specially Selected brand caramel stroopwafels are a deal for $3.85. Target sells the same size 10.94-ounce pack of Daelmans brand for $4.99.

Price: $3.99

These glazed candied pecans add something special to a freshly baked pie, cookies, cupcakes, or ice cream. You can eat them alone or use them in your favorite recipe. Snag a five-ounce pack for less than $4 at Aldi right now.

This is a better deal than what you could find online. Emerald’s glazed pecans sell for $6.99 on Amazon.

Price: $2.99

This spicy chili-infused German-style pickles jar will perk up a boring sandwich or add some zest to a charcuterie platter. At $2.99 for 12.5 ounces, it’s a can’t-miss deal.

Wickles Pickles Dirty Dill Cornichons cost $6.95 for 12 ounces on the brand’s website.

Price: $1.99

Aldi’s canned fried apples are a returning product that some shoppers rave about.

Reddit user jkattex wrote, “Yahoo, my store had the canned fried apples in stock today! I bought a couple of cans last year, discovered how good they were and went back for more. Empty shelf. I stocked up today.”

Use the sweet cinnamon spiced sliced fruit for baking, or add them to a warm bowl of oatmeal.

Price: $3.85

Take your charcuterie spread up a notch with these sourdough and Romano cheese crackers. The light, airy crackers have a savory bite that pairs well with fruit, fig jam, or prosciutto. This month, score a 4.5-ounce box for $3.85.

Price: $7.69

Give this set as a gift, or save it for yourself. Each four-pack includes one fig and honey, apple and date balsamic, cherry and rosemary, and orange and clove spread.

Even though each jam pairs well with cheese, you can also slather the sweet and savory flavors on whole grain bread, seeded crackers, bagels, or pita.

Price: $3.65

Save time and money with this Baker’s Corner bargain buy.

Instead of starting from scratch, add evaporated milk and eggs to this mix — or try this tip from Redditor mehoymimoyy, “It was surprisingly good. I used gingersnap cookies as a base. And almond milk in lieu of evaporated.”

Price: $1.39

Pass on plain stuffing and try this Hawaiian bread mix instead. This pick is packed with flavor and cooks in five minutes. And bonus, you don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving to whip up a batch. Seve the side with grilled chicken, braised pork, or veggies.

Price: $2.49

Mac and cheese gets a grown-up makeover for the fall. Aldi’s new Specially Selected flavor features rich truffle and porcini mushroom flavors.

The 6.5-ounce boxed mix is a steal for less than $2.50. Target sells a six-ounce size of Goodles Here Comes Truffle Protein Mac and Cheese for $3.99.

Price: $2.89

You don’t have to drink the same cider every year. Nature’s Nectar’s non-alcoholic sparkling apple beverage is a bubbly version for the whole family. Drink this budget-friendly beverage chilled or mix it into an autumn-inspired mocktail.

Aldi’s affordable cider costs $2.89 per bottle. Target sells Martinelli’s version for $3.79.

Price: $2.39

Relax with a warm cup of this caffeine-free herbal cranberry and hibiscus tea. At Aldi, you can get 20 bags of the fall blend for $2.39.

The same-size box of Tazo’s hibiscus, rose, and orange tea costs $4.29 at Target.

Price: $4.09

Warm up with a bowl of this hearty veggie soup. Serve it with a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich, rustic Italian bread, or a crisp salad. The 24-ounce jar is a fraction of what you would pay for takeout from a fast-casual restaurant.

Prep for a Halloween holiday party, stock up on game day essentials, or pack your pantry with everything you need to bake a homemade pumpkin spice pie. Aldi has unbeatable deals on the top fall foods right now.

Not only will you find budget-friendly bargains on pantry picks, but you can also save money on groceries. Check out Aldi’s selection of affordable gourmet goodies, prepared salads, frozen foods, and more.