Image: AldiAldi shoppers have chosen their favorite products for 2024 in the retailer's 6th annual Fan Favorites survey. The results were announced on Tuesday, September 24, with selections across 12 categories like The Internet Made Me Buy It and Charcuterie Favorite. “There’s a lot of love for Aldi, and the Fan Favorites survey is a great way for our customers to share their feedback on their favorite products,” said Scott Patton, Aldi’s vice president of national buying. “We appreciate all the Aldi Fans who took the time to vote and express their opinions.” This year’s survey introduced a new category, Aldi Encore, asking customers to pick the product they wish would return to the shelves. “Listening to our customers is one of the ways we stay ahead in the private label market and keep customer loyalty,” Patton added. Read on for the full list of Aldi’s 2024 Fan Favorites!
The Internet Made Me Buy It
Aldi's social media-inspired category has quickly gained popularity, receiving a significant number of votes. This year’s top pick—Barissimo Cold Foam—took advantage of the viral cold foam trend on TikTok and Instagram, quickly becoming a favorite among customers. “Nearly two million cans of Barissimo Barista Cold Foam flew off the shelves in 2024,” said Synticee Denmark, Aldi’s dairy buying director. “And we're not stopping! We've added Pumpkin Spice Cold Foam and an Oat Milk version to ensure there’s something for every taste in the Aldi Finds aisle.”
Fresh and Fabulous
Aldi’s customers rave about their fresh produce, particularly the nutritious bell peppers. The store's Fresh Multi-Colored Peppers, a vibrant trio of peppers, topped the list in this category. Available year-round, these colorful peppers are perfect for grilling, dipping, or snacking.
Sweet Treats Anyone?
Aldi offers a wide range of sweet treats, but one stands out as the customer favorite. The Bake Shop Cheesecake Sampler dominated this category, and it’s easy to understand why. Each pack contains eight slices of four different cheesecake varieties, such as strawberry swirl and triple chocolate. This is a must-have for any cheesecake lover.
Feel Good Pick
For a choice that shoppers can feel good about, they picked Park Street Deli Hummus. This nutritious option is packed with protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients. While hummus is typically used as a dip for pretzels and fresh veggies, it also makes a great addition to sandwiches or as a topping for salads and grain bowls.
In a Pinch
When you're in a rush and need a quick meal with minimal effort, Aldi has plenty of convenient options. However, the Little Salad Bar Chicken Caesar Salad Bowl stands out as a customer favorite. As the name implies, this product is essentially a chicken Caesar salad in a bowl, complete with chicken chunks, grated Parmesan cheese, and a separate dressing packet to keep the lettuce fresh. Thanks, Aldi!
Summer Cookout
The winner in this category is Black Angus Beef Choice Boneless Ribeye Steak, a tender cut made from fresh, never frozen black angus beef with a stunning marble. It outshone other top cookout picks from Aldi, including Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Thighs and Uncured Beef Franks.
Wine Time
If you haven’t explored Aldi’s wine collection yet, now is the time to dive in and indulge in their selections. From reds to whites to rosés, there's something for every taste, but the velvety cabernet sauvignon stands apart. Produced in Napa, California, this rich red wine offers notes of spring flowers, black currants, forest floor, and a hint of chocolate.
Charcuterie Favorite
No charcuterie spread is complete without cheese, and the top pick at Aldi is the Specially Selected 1,000 Day Aged Gouda Cheese. Hailing from the Netherlands, this cheese is beloved for its creamy, nutty flavor, and the crunchy crystals inside create the perfect texture contrast that shoppers rave about.
DoorDash Delights
In 2023, Aldi partnered with DoorDash, marking the first time the grocer offered nationwide delivery. Now, more than a year into this successful collaboration, Aldi customers have chosen not one, but two DoorDash favorites they can’t live without. In a rare tie during the survey, Clancy’s Restaurant Style Tortilla Chips and Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Take and Bake Deli Pizza claimed the top spot in this category. Looks like Aldi shoppers love a good party snack!
Cozy Comfort
When Aldi shoppers crave comfort food, they turn to the store’s Black Angus Beef Choice Boneless Chuck Roast. This naturally rich and marbled meat is perfect for braising with your favorite veggies and herbs. While delicious on its own, the leftovers make for even tastier meals, like Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches or beef tacos.
Aldi Encore
This year marks the introduction of a new category in the Aldi Fan Favorites survey, and the winning product, the Huntington Home Swedish Dish Cloth, truly earned its praise. “Our fans made their love for this product loud and clear, so we’re bringing the beloved Huntington Home Swedish Dish Cloth back to the Aldi Finds aisle after it sold out in just two weeks last year,” shared Chantel Hailer, Aldi’s director of buying for trends. “We’ll offer updated designs and even a new holiday edition.”
