11 Cookies You Should Be Picking Up At Aldi

Aldi has been a growing part of the American grocery store landscape since 1976. With new outlets popping up in states including Arizona, Florida, and New York (keep your eyes peeled for those golden ticket promotions to celebrate an Aldi opening near you), more shoppers than ever are finding out what all the fuss is about. We've been fans for a few years now, eagerly showcasing our pick of the best foodie finds — and there's always plenty to choose from. This time, however, we're focusing on a sweet treat that's very close to our hearts: cookies.

Aldi has something for everyone, including pre-made dough for those who want to make their own chocolate chip cookies and limited edition biccies, like a haunted house cookie kit for spooky season, or Oreos with orange-colored filling and glow-in-the-dark packaging. Aldi also offers a range of cookies perfect for any time of year. We've put together a must-have list that includes vanilla wafers, fruity breakfast biscuits, and an array of sandwich cremes. Prices and availability were correct at the time of writing, but ask at your local Aldi if there's a must-have cookie in stock. Ready? Let's dig in!

There's no skimping on ingredients with these aptly-named treats, which really have had everything but the kitchen sink thrown at them. They're bursting with coconut, chocolate chunks, peanut butter chips, and salty pretzels, all enveloped in a buttery, utterly moreish cookie. There are 10 in a pack, so they're ideal for putting a smile on colleagues' faces at the office, wheeling out during a coffee morning, or just enjoying with a cuppa and some peace and quiet.

Buy Bake Shop Kitchen Sink Cookies for $4.39.

There's a wide range of cookies to choose from under Aldi's house-brand Benton's marquee, some of which might look more familiar than others. These nifty bags of bite-sized, buttery cookies, filled with a creamy hazelnut spread, are Aldi's take on similar Nutella brand snacks. They look pretty similar and taste delicious, as we can happily demolish a bag in no time. Although you do get a slightly smaller bag, Aldi's version costs a fraction of the big-name price.

Buy Benton's Hazelnut Cookies for $2.45.

We rarely need an excuse to whip up a banana pudding (a distinctly American dessert, in our opinion), but seeing these sweet and crispy cookies among Aldi's range means that treat is definitely going to be on the menu sooner rather than later. The more we think about it, the more we know we'll need two boxes, as it'll be one cookie for the pudding and one for us ...

Buy Benton's Vanilla Wafers for $3.15.

There's hardly a cookie made that doesn't look good enough to eat, but these confections from Aldi's Bake Shop are almost too pretty to devour. Almost! They're elegant in their simplicity, presenting a buttery sugar cookie topped with white frosting and colorful sprinkles, but they're perfect for lots of occasions. Whether that's getting together with friends, celebrating a new job, or simply because there's a "y" in the day, these sugar cookies have got you covered.

Buy Bake Shop Frosted Sugar Cookies for $4.35.

Another Aldi dupe slides its way into our digital shopping cart, this time ticking all the boxes for fans of Nutter Butter cookies. These goodies from Benton's feature two thick, crispy cookies with a generous slick of sweet peanut butter filling sitting between them. Dunk 'em in a glass of milk or split them apart and nibble away — we happily do both!

Buy Benton's Peanut Butter Crème Filled Cookies for $2.99.

If you like a cookie that is both crunchy and soft, then hot-foot it to Aldi and grab a packet of its caramel coconut fudge cookies. These manage to be rich and filling without becoming overwhelming, while their striped decoration makes them a smart aesthetic addition to any cookie selection, should the neighbors pop round for an afternoon coffee.

Buy Benton's Caramel Coconut Fudge Cookies for $2.75.

When is a cookie not a cookie? When it's a wafer snack, apparently, but we're including these hexagonal bites because they have zero high-fructose corn syrup and clock in at just 100 calories. As well as being great for anyone who's watching their sugar intake, these cookies are practical. A single pack slips easily into a lunchbox or office bag, or you can rip one open at supper time for a little treat.

Buy Benton's Baked Chocolate Chip Wafer Snacks for $3.29.

Our heads were turned by these gorgeous-looking sandwich cookies, made with real maple syrup (which is more than some store-bought pancake syrups can claim). They're a generous treat too, with a good amount of filling. We think these would be delicious as part of a picnic enjoyed in the great outdoors, served with piping hot chocolate from a flask. Of course, we think they'd be delicious dunked in a coffee at the office, too.

Buy Benton's Maple Leaf Creme Cookies for $3.85.

Costco does some great grab-and-go breakfast items, but we'd still swing by Aldi to pick up a box or two of these fruity cookies. Each box contains five packs of four biscuits that provide a whopping 19 grams of whole grain goodness — not to mention the vitamins and minerals served up by the blueberries (though that technically would be a trace amount). We love nibbling them on the morning commute, but they're a solid addition to a lunchbox or picnic as well.

Buy Benton's Blueberry Breakfast Biscuits for $3.59.

Who doesn't love an Oreo sandwich cookie, especially the double-stuffed kind? If you're looking to make a few savings with your groceries without sacrificing the occasional sweet treat, Aldi's dupe ought to tick both boxes. The cookie is rich and dark without being bitter, while that creamy filling simply begs to be dipped in milk and scraped off with our teeth.

Buy Benton's Double Filled Chocolate Sandwich Creme Cookies for $2.99.

Looking for a cookie that delivers on flavor but is a little lighter? These yummy thins come with zero corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, or artificial ingredients. Buttery and crunchy, there's a generous amount of real coconut in every bite. Be warned that they will dissolve fast when dunked, so you might need two bags to practice getting your timing right ...

Buy Benton's Toasted Coconut Cookie Thins for $2.75.