Trader Joe's Fans Are Raving About This Old-School Little Debbie Dupe: 'I Need This NOW'

Remember those old-school Little Debbie Mini Cinnamon Sugar Donuts? Well, Trader Joe's is now offering a dupe of these nostalgic treats for the fall season, and the tiny delights have already sent customers into a frenzy. Trader Joe's Cinnamon Powdered Sugar Mini Donuts officially arrived in stores and are available in 10-ounce bags for $4.49. While Little Debbie does offer regular old powdered sugar miniature donuts, as well as a seasonal pumpkin donut coated in cinnamon-sugar, they're just not the same as the comforting simplicity of the newly released Trader Joe's dessert.

Of course, fans have already taken to social media to share their love for the two-bite cinnamon-flavored treat. In a post about the donuts in the Trader Joe's subreddit, one person exclaimed, "Dang I need this NOW." A TJ's shopper who had the good fortune of sampling the treats already described them like this: "Super soft and fresh tasting and not overly sweet." Yet another fan confirmed the donuts' irresistibility, stating, "They literally melt in your mouth."

Recently, Trader Joe's donut game has been off the charts. TJ's customers have been running to the bakery section for the Glazed Sour Cream Donuts, a classic old-fashioned-style treat, and the return of the fall apple cider donuts had customers rejoicing. Both of these fan-favorites are offered as regular-sized donuts in a six-count box for $4.99.

If you happen to spot Trader Joe's Cinnamon Powdered Sugar Mini Donuts — or any of the store's seasonal offerings for that matter — on your next shopping trip, you may want to grab an extra bag or two if available. The donuts have been a hit with customers, judging by the reactions that have been shared online. While the Fall 2026 Trader Joe's Fearless Flyer says its cinnamon mini donuts are expected to stick around through the end of the year, availability can vary by store. If you stock up, cake donuts do tend to freeze well, or there are many delicious ways to use your donut surplus.