The 15 Best New Target Groceries You Can't Miss In October 2026

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While Fall officially began on September 22 this year, it's not until October that you really start to see the season begin. While the leaves are changing colors from green to scarlet and gold, and the weather is cooling down, many retailers also start to release some seasonal new products, especially in the lead-up to Halloween and the cozy season. Target doesn't slack off in that department and has dozens of new items available in October, from snackable crackers to ice cream for breakfast. However, they're not all Halloween- and fall-themed, and the chain of stores features a lot of goods that we hope will last into the next season.

Below are the 15 best new Target groceries you must add to your cart this month. You'll find a combination of sweet and savory snacks, some delicious entrees, lots of global flavors, and a few spooky tricks and treats scattered in between. Just keep in mind that prices and availability may vary across stores.

Beer cheese is an original snack from Kentucky that features a combination of cheese, beer, and seasonings made into a savory spread. Now you can find these flavors on a cracker thanks to Cheez-It. These are made in partnership with Coors Light, and each bite of these cheesy baked crackers has just a little beer flavor, but they don't contain any alcohol. They're a limited-time item, so grab them before they leave Target's shelves.

Cheez-It Beer Cheese Baked Snack Crackers are available at Target for $3.99.

Inspired by tacos al pastor, these miniature meat sticks are made of pork seasoned with ancho and chipotle peppers along with a medley of spices to give you a traditional flavor. Each stick also includes pineapple, which is typical of this Mexican specialty and gives every bite a nice balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. For the full street taco experience in snack form, pair them with tortilla chips. Each pack includes 14 individual servings.

Righteous Felon Craft Jerky Lil Rebels Street Taco Mini Meat Sticks are available at Target for $15.99.

High-protein foods are popular these days, and a diet with enough protein can have a lot of positive health benefits, from increasing muscle mass to reducing blood pressure, per a 2023 study for Nutrients. However, not everyone has the time to cook up meat, and many high-protein snacks can also be highly processed. That's not the case with these garlic and herb chicken bites from Tyson, though. Each cup contains fully cooked chicken pieces that you can microwave in minutes and enjoy. You can also freeze them or keep them in the refrigerator, and they're great added to a salad or pasta dish.

Tyson Protein Cups Garlic & Herb Chicken Bites are available at Target for $3.99.

Tteokbokki is a Korean dish consisting of chewy rice cakes dressed in a fiery chili sauce, and there are many modern twists on the classic, including one inspired by Italian cuisine and featuring a creamy pepper sauce. This so-called rose tteokbokki can be a little finicky to prepare at home and may require a special trip to an Asian market. However, you can now enjoy it nearly instantly with these Korean Bros cups that include a cheesy, spicy sauce and are ready in minutes.

The Korean Bros Tteokbokki Rose Cup is available at Target for $3.99.

Matzo is a type of unleavened bread that resembles a large water cracker and is most typically consumed during the Jewish holiday of Passover (aka Pesach). It's usually very crispy, and its subtle flavor is a perfect foil for all sorts of flavorings and toppings (for example, matzo brei makes a fantastic pizza base that's kosher for Pesach). The Matzo Project decided to take this traditional unleavened bread and turn it into a fun bagel-inspired snack with the addition of Everything Seasoning, plus paprika and crushed red pepper for a kick. It also includes a little oil to give these chips a touch of richness. It's a nice alternative to bagel chips and would be excellent with cream cheese.

The Matzo Project Everything Matzo Chips are available at Target for $4.29.

There's nothing stopping you from having ice cream for breakfast, but it may not always be the most, ahem, nutritious way to start your day. While these Culture Cups aren't necessarily intended for breakfast, despite what the name says, they are a more nutrition-conscious alternative to many other frozen treats and contain probiotics and prebiotics along with only nine grams of sugar. The ice cream is cereal milk flavored and features a strawberry hard shell, as well as a sprinkle of Purely Elizabeth granola to give you that breakfast experience in frozen form.

A four-count package of Alec's x Purely Elizabeth Ice Cream for Breakfast Culture Cup is available at Target for $6.79.

Di Fara is a renowned pizzeria based in Brooklyn, New York, that's over 60 years old and prides itself on the quality of its ingredients and dedication to the craft. It recently launched a line of frozen pizzas that Target just started selling this month. You can find a variety of topping options, including the pizzeria's original and pepperoni pies. However, the one featuring vodka sauce is the most distinctive and includes an ingredients list that reads like something that would be made in an old-school pizzeria.

Di Fara Vodka Sauce 12" Frozen Pizza is available at Target for $9.99.

Alani Nu is one of the beverages that has more caffeine than a cup of coffee, at 200 milligrams per serving. It comes in a variety of whimsical flavors, but this October, Target is featuring a limited-time version just in time for Halloween. The Witch's Brew Energy Drink only sounds creepy, and the flavor is actually reminiscent of caramel apples. It's a fun way to get energy with zero sugar during the spooky season.

Alani Nu Witch's Brew Fall Halloween Energy Drink is available at Target for $2.79.

Beekeeper is a brand of ready-made coffee drinks that are sweetened in part with honey, which gives these beverages a more nuanced flavor than if they contained sugar alone. While there are a variety of flavors now available at Target, the honey pairs exceptionally well with the flavors of horchata, a Mexican rice drink scented with vanilla and a touch of cinnamon. Each serving also includes five milligrams of protein. While you can enjoy it on its own, it would be excellent paired with easy homemade churros using this shortcut.

Beekeeper Coffee Cold Brew – Horchata is available at Target for $3.99.

Even though Sweden is known for producing Volvo cars, they're not as popular as these car-shaped gummy candies in the Scandinavian nation. Similar to Bubs, these imported candies are soft and fluffy, giving them a texture that's somewhere between marshmallows and traditional gummies. In fact, the founder of the company was trying to replicate American-style marshmallows but couldn't get the texture right, so he ended up with these, and they've been a hit since the 1950s. They're also made with natural plant colors, like spirulina and turmeric.

A bag of Bilar Original Candy is available at Target for $3.99.

Ube is a type of yam from Southeast Asia with a deep purple color and a taste that is more than just your average sweet potato, featuring some notes of vanilla and butter along with some nuttiness. It's a popular addition to many sweets and drinks in the region, and it can now be a part of your coffee drink with this Chobani Dairy Coffee Creamer. The ingredients are natural and feature genuine ube powder along with sweet potato and carrot concentrates to give it a more intense color. It comes in Halloween-themed packaging, but we hope this drop lasts beyond the holiday.

Chobani Ube Dairy Coffee Creamer is available at Target for $5.79.

If you're a fan of Harry Potter, then chances are you are very familiar with the iconic scene from the first movie (or book) in which Hagrid brings the titular character a birthday cake. Well, now you can recreate that scene right at home with this Target and Harry Potter collaboration baking kit. It includes everything you need to make the sponge, frosting, and lettering. You can spell out the same message as in the movie or customize it for a Wizarding World-themed birthday party.

Harry Potter x Target Harry's Birthday Cake Baking Kit is available at Target for $8.99.

Apple pie is looking like it's on its way to replace pumpkin spice as the newest trendy flavor of the season, and Noosa is on top of the trend with its apple pie yogurt. The brand specializes in Australian-style yogurt, which is unstrained and made with whole milk, giving it a silky, looser consistency than the Greek or Icelandic style. This particular one features chunks of cooked apple, making it feel like you're actually enjoying a homemade apple pie.

Noosa Apple Pie Aussie Style Yogurt is available at Target for $2.19.

Pop-Tarts may not need any introduction — the toaster pastries have been a breakfast fixture for many kids since the 1960s. This newer version, however, has one big difference: over twice the amount of protein per serving. They're currently available with strawberry, brown sugar and cinnamon, and blueberry fillings just like the originals, and they're a great option for when you want some extra protein in your breakfast but also want a sweet treat.

Pop-Tarts Protein Frosted Slammin' Strawberry Toaster Pastries are available at Target for $3.99.

A list of October's best grocery drops wouldn't be complete without at least one pumpkin spice item, and this is the one to look out for this season at Target. Besides featuring the iconic fall flavor, these fluffy little guys are shaped like adorable pumpkins. They're the finishing touch you never knew you needed in your PSL.

Jet-Puffed Fall Harvest Pumpkin Spice Marshmallows are available at Target for $1.69.