15 Gourmet Aldi Finds That Are Almost Always Under $5

Aldi has a reputation for offering high-quality products at unbeatable prices. This is also true for meals and food items that go for top-dollar prices elsewhere. 

You can easily save money on groceries, including the gourmet dishes available throughout their aisles. In fact, many will allow you to indulge on a budget.

We scoped Aldi’s stock for 12 tasty gourmet finds under $5.

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

Price: $2.99

Slow-cooked baked potato soup with bacon is a crowd favorite, and it’s easy to see why. The savory, warm meal has a subtle smokiness and mouth-watering layers of texture and flavor. The soup can be stored in the pantry until opened, and any leftovers can be refrigerated.

Price: $2.85

If you are looking for an aged cheese that will add a tart, bold flavor to your meal, then Emporium Selection makes a super affordable option that won’t sacrifice quality. A 10-ounce, sharp, New York-style block of cheddar with a creamy texture is available for less than $3.

Price: $3.75

For an elevated flavor and unique dip experience, I like to grab a tub of Aldi Lobster Roll or Crab Rangoom Dip. It is so tasty spread across toasts and sandwiches and irresistible as a dip for produce and crackers. 

This decadent dip is attention-grabbing at parties and clocks in at less than $4.

Price: $4.25

Is it burger night at home? Or are you preparing to make the most epic breakfast sandwich? Consider swapping out your regular, run-of-the-mill bread for this brioche option. 

This six-count pack is buttery, soft, and extra tasty when toasted. Grab them to elevate your next meal.

Price: $2.19

Rolling out pie crust by hand for homemade pies and quiches can be exhausting. You can use delicious, inexpensive, pre-made crusts from Aldi to cut down on baking time. 

For just $1.38 each, you can snag a pack of two buttery, ready-to-bake pie shells straight out of the freezer section.

Price: $2.19

Keeping pesto at home can quickly elevate the flavor of a simple pasta dish, a tasty sandwich, or a bread recipe. Priano makes a rich and flavorful Genovese pesto from pine nuts, cashews, grana padano cheese, basil, and olive oil.

This jarred pesto costs less than $3 and rivals other expensive brands.

Price: $2.85

Park Street Deli makes exceptionally smooth, creamy, and affordable hummus in various decadent gourmet flavors. A fan favorite? 

The Roasted Red Pepper dip features small bites of fresh pepper for texture. Pile it on produce, crackers, or pita for a nutritious snack.

Price: $4.39

Brie is such a great cheese to have on hand in a pinch. It pairs well with many produce and snacking options and is a charcuterie staple.

Are you hungry for a full meal but want something decadent? Bake it in the oven, topped with jam or jalapeño spread and wrapped in crescent dough.

Price: $4.19

Luckily, Aldi’s sisterhood with Trader Joe’s might be paying off. The storefront is beginning to stock more delicious candies like these dark chocolate sea salt caramels. 

These soft, decadent caramels are covered in a chocolate coating and sprinkled with sea salt for a balanced indulgence.

Price: $4.99

This box of crackers is exactly as described. Featuring original water, cracked pepper water, and multigrain crackers, there is a flavor for everyone at your upcoming shindig. 

These crispy, crunchy, light crackers pair equally well with a cheese board and desserts.

Price: $3.49

If you love fusilli pasta, grabbing a bag of artisanal fusilloni will be right up your alley. The pasta is a larger form of the latter, its corkscrew shape allowing it to almost melt into chunky pasta sauces.

Price: $4.39

These thick desserts don’t only taste delicious, but they’re also elevated in the way they are presented. They come in small glass containers, reducing waste and giving you a souvenir from your dessert. 

You can purchase a two-pack of these layered caramel desserts for just $2.20 each.

Price: $4.15

The description of this Greek yogurt says it all. Grab a 32-ounce tub of creamy yogurt in unique, dessert-like flavors any day at Aldi. 

But if you get a chance, this balance of tart lemon, sweet honey, and thick, protein-rich Greek yogurt is a favorite. Freeze it with berries for a healthy, tasty snack.

Price: $1.99

This spinach and ricotta ravioli is richly packed with the added flavors of provolone, marinara sauce, and parmesan cheese. You can taste the elevated flavor in the high-quality ingredients. 

You can also cook this pasta dish in eight minutes or less, and it goes great with a simple butter sauce.

Price: $3.55

Always check the endcaps at Aldi. You might find something as tasty as these cranberry and sea salt crisps. 

Golden flax, black sesame, poppy, and pumpkin seeds make this sweet snack a bit savory for the perfect little treat or served with a fun dip.

While Aldi options are usually super affordable, there are more ways to save.

Try Aldi shopping hacks like perusing the store when new items are out on Wednesday mornings or eyeballing newly stocked hot deals on Sundays to scoop the best savings.