First, I have to say if you didn't already know it, I Love Trader Joes. With their free samples, low-prices, and happy Hawaiian-shirt clad employees, it's one of the most joyful grocery experiences that a girl can have.
That said, the Pumpkin Pies at Trader Joe's are a Fail. While my expectations weren't high, I thought I'd have an alternative for people who don't have time to bake this year. Bake people, Bake! Or better yet, order something home-made and delicious from Bountiful Desserts (click here for review).
And if you must grab a pumpkin pie at TJ's, go for the tart. At 3-cherries, it's way better than the bland pie (that I wanted to spit out), which earned a sad one-cherry from me. On average, 2 Cherries for Trader Joe Pumpkin Pie desserts!
don't they have a frozen option too?!
Posted by: The Actors Diet | 11/23/2010 at 02:50 PM
HORRIBLE! I just walked six blocks to Trader Joe's to buy a pumpkin pie after reading that it was the best super market pumpkin pie in town. Pies and cakes were set out on a table and everything was supposedly "freshly baked." Well! When I got home I cut a slice and got a rude surprise! The crust was uncooked-just raw dough! The filling was runny. This pie was just awful. The remainder of the pie is in the garbage.
Posted by: disappointed | 11/30/2010 at 07:32 PM
Ugh, I'm so sorry you had to deal with disappointing pie! Too bad you didn't see my post first!! Hopefully I can help out next time :)
Posted by: Dessert Darling | 12/08/2010 at 05:57 PM
Would love to hear your thoughts on TJ's frozen pumpkin pie. I tried it this year after my mom requested I buy it. Not sure how you feel about frozen pies. It was ok, but again I'm not the expert.
Posted by: mish | 12/14/2010 at 11:01 PM
It calls for love, joy, optimism, confidence, serenity, poise, faith, courage, cheerfulness, imagination, initiative, tolerance, honesty, humility, patience, and enthusiasm!
Posted by: Cheap Jordans | 02/16/2011 at 05:57 PM