The 9 Best Cookies From Aldi, According To Customers

Aldi is a German-origin grocery store chain known for having a range of private-label products, which include fresh and tasty bakery items, frozen foods, and hidden gem snacks that shouldn't be overlooked. From the snack and bakery aisles, Aldi's large selection of cookies is highly appreciated by regular shoppers. While all the cookies are seemingly great, some outshine others because they're tasty, have a nice texture, and are also affordable.

If you aren't a regular at Aldi, you'd normally have to try a bunch of cookies (including the slightly mediocre ones) just to find out what the standout options are. But thankfully, you can skip that step, because Aldi's longtime customers have come to the rescue by listing the best ones online. And, because it might not be feasible for you to rummage through the internet, we've done all the hard work. We've gone through various platforms, including Reddit, Facebook, and YouTube, just to name a few, and carefully selected the cookies that a large number of customers have praised. We also looked at the reasons they gave for liking these options and stated those here, so that you'd know what you should expect out of each one.

Oatmeal cookies, especially packaged ones, can either be a hit or a major miss. Benton's Oatmeal Cookies from Aldi surely belong in the former category, because customers just can't stop raving about them. One wrote on Reddit, "These may be the best packaged oatmeal cookies I've ever had. Thin cookies with a crispy airy snap on the outside, while the middle is so chewy and perfect. Excellent oatmeal cookie flavor and texture without being cloyingly sweet." Others have called these cookies the best ones at Aldi, and have claimed that they just can't stop eating them.

These oatmeal cookies have also been praised for pairing very well with a bunch of beverages, including coffee, tea, regular milk, and especially vanilla-flavored almond milk. Some have even claimed they make a great base for cheesecakes. The only complaint people seem to have with Benton's Oatmeal Cookies is that they can sometimes be very hard to find, most likely because they get sold out very quickly. In that case, you better stock up on these whenever you see them if you love oatmeal cookies.

Are plain chocolate chip cookies not decadent enough for you? Then you need to try the Bake Shop Duo Cookies from Aldi, which are made with chocolate chip and double chocolate cookie dough. Regular shoppers really love these, as they often hype them up when others ask online if they're worth buying.

There are two reasons these cookies outshine other options: They have a great chocolatey flavor and they're very chewy, just as Aldi promises them to be. It's no wonder a customer wrote on Reddit, "I'm going to have to fight myself not to buy them every time I go." Even folks who aren't big fans of sweet treats can't seem to resist them, as one of them wrote on Facebook, "These cookies?? Yeah... they didn't stand a chance."

There's just one major problem with these cookies, according to a few shoppers: They go out of stock at their local Aldi too quickly. And so, they often have to recreate the Duo cookies at home with ready-to-bake dough. Unless you're willing to do the same, you might want to buy these while they are still available at the store closest to you.

If you're somewhat familiar with Aldi's cookies, you'd probably know that Benton's Milk Chocolate Flavored Butter Biscuits were previously called Specially Selected Milk Chocolate Coated Butter Cookies, which were very popular among shoppers. Considering that, you might be skeptical about buying the Benton's version, wondering if it's just as good. Well, there's no reason to have doubts, because according to one happy customer on Facebook, "the box looks different, but they're still delicious."

These cookies stand out because they're really crispy, and the buttery biscuits and smooth chocolate taste great together. Plus, they seem to be authentically German like Aldi claims. One Reddit user said, "Reminds me of visiting my grandparents in Germany when I was a kid. They always had similar cookies at their house." Shoppers also like that they taste fantastic with tea and coffee, and make a unique base for s'mores.

In case you don't know what kitchen sink cookies are made of, they're usually vanilla cookies either topped or stuffed with a bunch of different ingredients, like nuts, raisins, and chocolate. The Bake Shop Kitchen Sink Cookies by Aldi are a little different, as they are peanut butter cookies topped with peanut butter chips, white and dark chocolate chunks, coconut, and pretzels. You might think that these toppings would clash with each other, just because there are too many of them. But if we go by customer reviews, they actually complement each other well.

Along with that, every ingredient's flavor and texture shine individually. A fan put it perfectly on Facebook, writing, "The best way I can describe them is sweet, salty, chewy, with just the right amount of crunch. Every bite tastes a little different because there's so much packed into them." That explains why many people online have claimed they try not to buy these often because they can't help but eat too many at a time.

Unless you're allergic to peanuts or coconut, there's no reason not to give these Kitchen Sink Cookies a shot. And when you do try them, make sure you heat them in the microwave for about five seconds first, as that makes them taste even better, according to some fans.

When customers write comments like "The speculoos are dangerously good. My husband and I stock up like we're preparing for a hurricane," and "I got a sleeve of the speculoos on my last trip; it barely lasted 24 hours," on Reddit, it's evident that Benton's Speculoos Crunchy Cookies from Aldi are really tasty. But that's not the only thing about them that stands out. These cookies are also loved because they are the best affordable alternative to Lotus Biscoff Cookies. In fact, many people online claim that they even taste better than the name brand.

Benton's cookies have further been praised by fans for being a great base for a bunch of desserts, like cheesecakes, key lime pie, sweet potato pie, and pumpkin pie. Based on everything, it's quite obvious that you should give these cookies a go — even more so if you're a baker and have actively been looking for a cheaper yet equally delicious alternative to Lotus Biscoff Cookies.

Sometimes, it can be really hard to choose between peanut butter and chocolate cookies if you love both flavors. But there's no need to pick just one out of the two, because Benton's Peanut Butter Fudge Cookies by Aldi combine both flavors together in the best possible way. They have a peanut butter center and a coating of dark chocolate that customers really like, so much so that one wrote on Reddit, "I will eat them until I get sick."

These cookies might seem familiar to you if you've had Girl Scout Tagalongs. Well, they are similar, and if we go by the reviews provided by many Aldi customers online, Benton's cookies actually taste better, mostly because they are covered with a lot more chocolate. That said, some fans also say that both cookies are equally delicious. One reviewer even claimed that they almost couldn't tell the difference between Benton's cookies and Tagalongs. They also said that the cookie base was extra crispy and the peanut butter was rich and smooth.

Keeping the debates aside, there's one thing that everyone agrees on — it's best to chill these cookies before eating them, either in the fridge or the freezer. So, make sure you do the same before you try them out — that is, if you have enough willpower to wait.

Don't sleep on Benton's Toasted Coconut Cookie Thins if coconut-flavored baked goodies are your jam. Per one customer on Facebook, they are "sweet and a bit nutty. I could feel the real rough coconut roll around my tongue," which is exactly how you'd expect coconut cookies to be. They've also been praised for being really thin and crispy, just the way Aldi has marketed them. Given these qualities, it's not surprising that someone commented in the same Facebook post, "I [ate] the entire bag before a half hour tv program was off. That's how good they are."

The good bits about these cookies don't end there, though. Many fans have pointed out that they have a nice buttery finish along with their nutty base flavor, which makes them taste homemade. Some folks online also appreciate that they are made with clean ingredients and are low-carb, which is a big plus if that's important to you. 

Benton's Striped Fudge Cookies are technically a dupe of Keebler Fudge Stripe Cookies. And so, you might be tempted to skip them and stick to the original if you're a big Keebler fan. Don't do that though, because Aldi shoppers swear these cookies are better than the name brand, with some even calling them one of the best cookies at the store.

Customers generally love them because they are flavorful, have a crispy texture and are covered with a lot of chocolate. But apart from that, many have also given reasons why they think these are better than Keebler's cookies. For instance, one Facebook user pointed out, "they soak up milk better. Maybe I just had a bad batch last time I got Keebler but it was like there was a wax film protecting the entire cookie." Along similar lines, some others have claimed that Keebler Fudge Stripe Cookies have an artificial aftertaste, so they prefer Aldi's cookies. Lastly, they're more affordable as well — so it's evident that they tick all the boxes.

Aldi is surely doing something right with its cookie thins, because here's another flavor that customers just can't get enough of. According to one Reddit user, "They are so good it's almost criminal."

That comment checks out, because Benton's Key Lime Cookie Thins have a lovely tart flavor, and they are packed with melted white chocolate chips. And just like the coconut thins, they are buttery and crispy. Shoppers also like that they go very well with vanilla yogurt and vanilla ice cream.

While it all sounds hunky dory, which it mostly is, there is one problem — you won't get these cookies all year round. Interestingly, some people consider that a blessing in disguise rather than an issue, because they just can't stop eating them when they are available. All we can say is, if you can muster up the self control to make them last, you better grab these cookies whenever you see them.