12 of the best things to get at Aldi this month for under $5

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12 of the best things to get at Aldi this month for under $5
  • Aldi has holiday treats and winter meals for a weeknight dish or a Christmas feast this month.
  • Grab treats like the Choceur quinoa chocolate-peppermint bites or Southern Grove glazed pecans.
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Make any dinner festive with Reggano's Christmas pasta.

Make any dinner festive with Reggano's Christmas pasta.
Reggano's noodles come in various holiday-themed shapes.Aldi

Any meal can turn festive by mixing in some of Reggano's Christmas-themed noodles, which contain naturally dyed red and green pasta in the shapes of Santa Claus, reindeer, and sleds.

Round out the meal with your favorite sauce, protein, or veggies, and enjoy a bowl by the fireplace for extra cozy vibes.

Stock up on Reggano's Christmas-themed pasta for $2.69 per bag.

Snack on Choceur's quinoa chocolate-peppermint bites.

Snack on Choceur's quinoa chocolate-peppermint bites.
Chocuer's quinoa bites are fudgy and peppermint-flavored.Aldi

The Choceur snack bites are great for quinoa lovers who want to satisfy their sweet tooth and get in the holiday spirit.

Crispy quinoa is enrobed in creamy, fudgy chocolate for a delightful snack or dessert to enjoy at holiday parties.

Choose from peppermint or chocolate-cranberry flavors for $2.99 each.

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Impress the kids with Cakebites' Elf on the Shelf Christmas treats.

Impress the kids with Cakebites' Elf on the Shelf Christmas treats.
Cakebites' treat contains layers of red and green cake and festive sprinkles.Aldi

Love or hate it, there's no denying the popularity of the Elf on the Shelf tradition, which these snacks lean into.

Cakebites' packaging also has space for the "elf" to write a message to children, making this a great lunch-box treat leading up to winter break.

Grab a box of four for $3.98.

Craft a fancy brunch board with the Specially Selected mini pastries.

Craft a fancy brunch board with the Specially Selected mini pastries.
Enjoy Specially Selected pastries for breakfast or dessert.Aldi

Whether you're hosting a holiday brunch or searching for a convenient breakfast item, look no further than the Specially Selected ready-to-bake mini pastries.

You can try both the chocolate-hazelnut-croissant and cinnamon-swirl varieties for $4.99 per bag of eight pastries.

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Get in the holiday spirit with the Sundae Shoppe holiday-character pops.

Get in the holiday spirit with the Sundae Shoppe holiday-character pops.
The Sundae Shoppe character pops come in three different shapes.Aldi

If you're looking for a tasty, frosty dessert to keep in the freezer this season, check out Sundae Shoppe's holiday-character pops.

You can choose from snowman-shaped ice cream in vanilla and strawberry, vanilla-and-white-chocolate Christmas-tree pops, and reindeer treats made with caramel, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream.

Try one or all three flavors for $2.39 per box of four.

Stock up on the Southern Grove candied pecans for snacks, desserts, and cheese boards.

Stock up on the Southern Grove candied pecans for snacks, desserts, and cheese boards.
You can buy Southern Grove's pecans in sweet or savory flavors.Aldi

Nuts can be pretty pricey but they're great while prepping a feast, sitting at the office, or munching on a charcuterie board.

Southern Grove's glazed pecans are only $4.99 per bag and come in sweet or spicy flavors to suit your taste preferences.

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Treat yourself to Stan's Donuts chocolate-peppermint-bark doughnuts each morning.

Treat yourself to Stan's Donuts chocolate-peppermint-bark doughnuts each morning.
Stan's Donuts products are infused with chocolate and peppermint-bark flavors.Aldi

Combine doughnuts and chocolate-peppermint bark and you have the most decadent and delightful treat to enjoy the whole month of December.

The doughnuts are covered in white chocolate and peppermint, making them the perfect companion to your morning mocha drink.

Grab a box for $3.99.

Add Deutsche Küche Jaffa cakes to your holiday traditions.

Add Deutsche Küche Jaffa cakes to your holiday traditions.
To me, you can't have the holidays without Jaffa cakes.Aldi

Make sure you stock up on Deutsche Küche's sponge-cake cookies to celebrate the holidays. The Jaffa cakes' orange filling pairs well with a dark-chocolate coating.

The Jaffa cakes are also imported from Germany. Each box is just $2.99.

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Make gluten-free or meatless entrées with Simply Nature's lentil lasagna sheets.

Make gluten-free or meatless entrées with Simply Nature's lentil lasagna sheets.
Simply Nature's lasagna sheets come ready to bake in the oven.Aldi

Whether you follow a gluten-free or vegan diet or are just looking to get some extra protein, Simpy Nature's green or yellow lentil lasagna sheets are perfect for indulgent pasta dishes or comforting soups.

These oven-ready lasagna sheets, which contain 11 grams of protein per serving for the green to 13 grams for the yellow are $3.65 per box.

Stock your freezer with the Specially Selected multilayer gelatos.

Stock your freezer with the Specially Selected multilayer gelatos.
The Specially Selected multilayer gelato comes in three flavors.Aldi

Upgrade your freezer-treat stash with the Specially Selected multilayer gelato products, available in chocolate-vanilla-cookie, coffee-vanilla delight, and coconut-and-chocolate-crunch flavors.

Try each flavor for $4.29 per pint.

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Use the Earth Grown vegan dumplings in your meatless dinners.

Use the Earth Grown vegan dumplings in your meatless dinners.
Earth Grown dumplings can be found in more than one flavor.Aldi

If you're in need of an easy dinner or appetizer, the Earth Grown vegan dumplings will impress even avid meat-eaters.

Cut back on meat consumption with the tofu-vegetable or Thai basil dumplings, which are only $3.99 per package.

Ring in the new year while enjoying the Specially Selected apple- or cherry-mascarpone strudels.

Ring in the new year while enjoying the Specially Selected apple- or cherry-mascarpone strudels.
The Specially Selected mascarpone strudels make for a decadent treat.Aldi

End the year on a sweet note with the Specially Selected mascarpone strudels, available in apple or cherry flavors.

Each buttery, flaky pastry is filled with juicy, sweet fruits and creamy mascarpone to create a treat that pairs well with coffee, hot cocoa, or tea.

Each box is $3.99.

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