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PSA — Trader Joe’s Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s Ice Cream Is Officially Back

As the holidays start to approach, that means holiday favorites start to make a comeback. This means festive decor, sweet treats, and cozy sweaters, which is honestly the best part of the season if you ask me. For Trader Joe fans, this means the Candy Cane Joe Joe’s ice cream is back and just as beloved as last season. The treat has returned for a limited time, and fans are raving all about it, grabbing as many pints as they can get their hands on. With some saying “Peppermint Joe Joe’s can’t stop, won’t stop” and “Peppermint Joe Joe’s literally the best.” From these comments, it’s clear this ice cream has built a loyal following. The excitement for this dessert is clear, and it comes every winter, having shoppers anticipating its return. For Trader Joe‘s fans, it’s a seasonal event that kicks off the start of festive treats, and as someone who thrives during the holidays, I’m always ready for the return of all things peppermint.

What is the Candy Cane Joe Joe’s Ice Cream?

Trader Joe’s has brought back its fan favorite holiday sweet treat, the Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s ice cream, so make sure to add it to your grocery list this season ASAP. Trust me, you don’t want to miss out. Known for its festive treats, this chain has shoppers aiming to get their hands on this peppermint and vanilla ice cream. The Candy Cane Joe Joe’s ice cream is also the perfect blend of thick chocolate fudge, along with chunks of the red and white Candy Cane Joe Joe’s cookies. So each spoonful has a satisfying crunch that’s fun, icy, and hard to resist.

 It’s not just the flavor that has everyone in a chokehold; it’s the scarcity that comes with this season. For shoppers, this sweet treat is more than ice cream, but a limited-time experience that they want to take part in. In a world where dessert options are around every corner, what makes Candy Cane Joe Joe’s stand out in the crowd is how everything comes together classically yet boldly. This crunchy holiday flavor is wrapped up in a brand that truly knows and connects with its fan base. It’s a reminder that the best desserts are those that are able to tap into something we’ve already grown to love (the holiday season) and add a special twist to it.

How much is the Candy Cane Joe Joe’s Ice Cream?

This dessert only comes around annually, so if you’re thinking of grabbing a pint, check out your local Trader Joe’s freezer aisle, and you can get this ice cream for $3.79. It’s an affordable treat that’s not only accessible but tasty, making it a holiday must-have for anyone as obsessed with this season as I am. Buy it early, and you’ll be able to get your hands on a sugar rush that seriously won’t disappoint.

Hayatt Usman is a member of the Spoon University National Writer Program, where she covers food trends, news, and stories that highlight the role food plays in shaping community and culture.

Outside of Spoon University, Hayatt is in her senior year of University at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies with a concentration in Digital Media and a minor in Women and Gender Studies. Hayatt writes for her university's Her Campus chapter covering lifestyle, beauty, and wellness, and is a part of their social media marketing team, where she contributes to the chapter's Pinterest.

Previously, she worked as a Behaviour and Communications counsellor in the Waterloo region, delivering communications programs to incarcerated women through Correctional Service Canada, helping foster self-advocacy and empowerment. Currently, she is completing a Beats by Dre externship in Data Analytics, where she is building new skills in digital marketing and performance metrics to better understand audience behavior and strategic content development.

In her free time, Hayatt enjoys discovering new music to listen to, working out at the gym, and going for runs. She's also an avid manga reader who loves getting lost in immersive stories and exploring different art styles.