14 Great Aldi Buys Even Experienced Shoppers Overlook

Aldi is a grocery store known for its quirks, such as charging $0.25 to use a shopping cart. However, the retailer helps you boost your Aldi shopping budget by trimming costs and skipping the fancy displays other grocers are known for. 

Instead, they focus on quality food at rock-bottom prices. That approach has gained them a loyal fan base. Here are 14 great Aldi buys that every Aldi shopper needs to know about.

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

Price: $0.89 each

If you've shopped at a normal grocery store for avocados recently, you know to expect prices north of $2 at the very least and sometimes closer to $3. But, at Aldi, you'll find them for less than a dollar. Looks like guacamole is in your future.

Price: $3.95

For those who like to put a cheese board out when they have friends over, this cheddar parmesan cheese is a must-have in the fridge.

Keep it on hand for any time you're entertaining. It'll be the first cheese to go, and no one will believe you found it for under $5.

Price: $5.49

Have a sweet tooth? Some say these peanut butter cups are better than any name-brand you'll find.

And, when they come in a 12-ounce package, you'll have to exercise some serious restraint in not going back for another, and another.

Price: $2.55

This is a good-sized bag of pita chips for just $2.55. You won't find anything close to this size at this price at other grocery stores. And who doesn't love having a salty bag of pita chips on hand?

Price: $4.39

Imported straight from Ireland, this creamy Irish butter is as good on toast as it is in baked goods. You'll never go back to basic butter once you see how good this deep yellow butter is. It even looks better.

Price: $3.85

If you use Greek yogurt as a substitute in recipes or if you like to eat it as breakfast or a snack with honey and granola, then you probably look for larger tubs, so you can save on the dollar per ounce.

This 32-ounce tub is one of the best deals on the market at just $3.85.

Price: $3.75

Skip the trip to the bakery and, instead, spend the price of one cinnamon roll on eight Bake Shop Cinnamon Sweet Rolls. You'll have enough for the family and for breakfast the next day, too.

Price: $6.59

You won't find organic 85% lean organic ground beef for under $7 in many places, but you will at Aldi. This is what you need for everything from hamburger night to cooking a meat lasagna.

Buy a few and freeze them. You'll always want to have a pound of ground beef available, especially at this price.

Price: $2.75

Whether you use almond milk for your smoothies, your cereal, or your coffee, finding it for a price under $3 is unusual. But you'll pay just under $2.80 if you shop at Aldi and spring for their Friendly Farms brand.

Price: $3.09

It's pizza night, and you won't have the regret that comes with wondering how your delivery order somehow ended up totaling $30 (or more). Instead, grab a few frozen pizzas from Aldi and make it a pizza party.

Price: $2.75

This aged reserve white cheddar is perfect for snacking. It's got a great bite, and it comes in the same sleek packaging as much more expensive grocery store brands. You could pay twice this price, or have a cheesy time for just under $3.

Price: $1.09

Garlic powder makes everything better, especially when you get to save money on groceries. For just $1.09 for 3.12 ounces, you'll easily add flavor to all your favorite dishes. 

Price: $6.59

Nuts can be expensive, particularly when you're buying them at a regular grocery store. But, at Aldi, you can get shelled pistachios for a fraction of the price you'll pay elsewhere. These are just $6.59 for a 6-ounce bag.

Price: $2.75

Usually, when you buy a jelly or fruit spread besides grape or strawberry, you're going to pay a premium price, not at Aldi. You can get a delicious blackberry spread for under $3. This is what your morning toast needs. 

Did you know Aldi doesn't just help you make the most of your grocery budget? One of the best hacks for shopping at this discount retailer is to peruse the middle aisle that includes seasonal finds.

You'll find everything from sneakers to sweaters to outdoor furniture at bargain basement prices. You'll go in not knowing what to expect, but you might just leave with a flattering $10 dress.