Every Parent Needs to Stock Up on These 21 Time-Saving Trader Joe's Frozen Foods

An amped-up version of pigs in a blanket, Trader Joe's Parmesan Pastry Pups will delight guests of all ages and look fancy enough to make some people think you actually made them yourself.

This Vegetable Fried Rice is always a family crowd-pleaser and is ready in less than 10 minutes. Our suggestion: add a protein like shrimp or cut-up grilled chicken and some extra veggies like frozen corn, edamame, or broccoli, and dinner is done.

Made with pea protein, this veggie burger offers 26 grams of protein. Whip up one patty for a quick dinner that will fill your kids up.

Trader Joe's Deep-Dish Chocolate Chip Cookie serves 10, making it the perfect dessert for a big dinner or play date. You can bake it straight from the box for about 30 minutes, or pop it in the microwave if you don't want to bother with preheating. This monstrous frozen dessert is similar to a "pizookie" and wouldn't be terrible with a big scoop of ice cream in the middle.

These Fruit Frenzy Bars are $2 a pop, literally. This popsicle trifecta with raspberry, lemon, and strawberry will likely transport your kids' mouths to their best Summer days. Not to mention, they are the perfect low-cal treat, so moms can indulge, too.

The Trader Joe's Superfood Pilaf actually tastes great on its own, but it's not enough for dinner for a family of four. Instead, cook it up with a cup of shredded carrots, a package of Trader Joe's Frozen Fully Cooked Quinoa, a can of white beans, or cut-up cooked veggie burgers.

I mean, these pizzas are called "bambino," so obviously your bambinos are going to love them. In each box of cheese or pepperoni pizzas, you get four mini pies that are perfectly sized for kid eaters, which means you won't find yourself eating half your kids' leftovers — though even if you do, they're so tiny, it doesn't even count.

Bananas and dark chocolate — what could be better? Harness your inner monkey and go bananas with this frozen combo of healthy and sweet. Dark chocolate-covered banana slices make for a delicious snack.

A fast and delicious source of plant-based protein, these Meatless Meatballs taste like the real thing. Just pop them in the microwave and, in minutes, your kids' cravings will be satisfied.

Trader Joe's Mac & Cheese Bites are dangerously awesome for a casual get together. Just beware: parents might start fighting their kids for these!

Show me a mom who claims her kids don't love chicken nuggets and I'll show you a liar. But you don't have to resort to those probably-not-chicken, deep-fried boots that your kids really want. Instead, these breaded chicken tenderloin breasts actually look like real chicken inside and are ready 15 minutes after you pop them into the oven.

A guaranteed hit for vegans and meat eaters alike, Trader Joe's Mochi Ice Desserts are a snack kids of all ages will get on board with. Get a box of strawberry for the kids and matcha green tea for yourself.

Trader Joe's Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip will be gone in just a few minutes — whether you have one guest or 10. Serve with some tortilla chips or even cut-up veggies and pita to add some heft to the always-popular appetizer.

Rice is a dinner staple, but it can take forever to cook, and kids are definitely not known for their patience. Entertain Trader Joe's frozen Organic Brown Rice, which you simply pop in the microwave. Three minutes later, it's ready and delicious.

This unique flatbread looks fancy enough to bring, sliced up, to a party. The crust bakes up to crisp perfection, while the cheese remains oozy and rich. One suggestion: add some fresh arugula to the top when you add the included prosciutto.

When you just don't have time to chop, Trader Joe's Melange a Trois, a combo of red, yellow, and green bell pepper strips, is the perfect thing to add to rice or quinoa or to pop in a cheese quesadilla for a dose of healthy flavor.

A gorgeous dessert that looks homemade, Trader Joe's apple tart has sweet and tart red apples thinly sliced on top of a flaky butter tart with almond cream filling. Um, yes, please!

You'll be shocked that after defrosting, these French macarons look and taste like they came from a fancy bakery. Get ready to impress your fellow guests!

Smoothies have always been the easiest way to get my kids to eat their fruits and veggies, and adding Trader Joe's Mango Chunks always makes the most delicious ones.

These little babies were the bulk of my 5-year-old son's diet for years, and I tell myself that's not something to be too embarrassed about because they're freaking turkey, OK? Plus, they're kind of delicious and a mere 140 calories, so I might occasionally sneak a bite or two.

Fish sticks are one of those foods that sound gross and retro, but guess what? They're pretty darn tasty. And the reduced-fat version from TJ's is the best version I've found. The breading is light, so they're not as greasy, and the fish inside is flaky and not mushy. Add some peas and ketchup (duh!), and you've got yourself a nice little kid dinner.