8 Pantry Items To Pick Up at Dollar Tree To Save Money
Though many prices have raised from $1.25 to $1.50, it’s hard to go wrong when buying pantry staples at Dollar Tree. Whether you’re shopping for ramen, canned goods or snacks, you can find great deals on many items that cost more at other retailers.
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Ramen
Dollar Tree has a wide assortment of instant ramen with flavors that include chicken, beef, miso pork, sriracha shrimp and more. You can find popular brands like Nissin Top Ramen, Tapatio and Maruchan at many locations and online.
You can purchase a five-pack of instant ramen for $1.50, or $0.30 each. In contrast, a six-pack of that same ramen costs $2.99, or $0.49 each, at Target.
Kettle Chips
Feeling peckish? For only $1.25, you can buy Cape Cod potato chips from Dollar Tree that come in several flavors. The exact same item costs $1.99 at Target.
Dollar Tree also has off-brand chips, which come in a variety of distinctive flavors and will satisfy your craving, too.
Del Monte Harvest Cut Green Beans
Canned veggies are more than just a great way to round out any lunch or dinner. They’re also nutritious and long-lasting, making them the perfect pantry item.
At Dollar Tree, you can purchase a 14.5-ounce can of Del Monte Harvest Cut Green Beans for $1.50. That same item costs $1.59 at Walmart. While this might not seem like a massive savings opportunity at first, it can really add up if you’re stocking up on canned goods.
Ground Pepper
If you love to cook or need a little bit of a kick to your meals, it’s hard to go wrong with ground black pepper. For only $1.25, you can purchase a two-ounce tin of Spice Time Pure Ground Black Pepper from Dollar Tree. A similar item, McCormick’s Ground Black Pepper, costs $2.49 for a lesser quantity at Walmart.
The great thing about ground black pepper is that it has a long shelf life. Plus, it’s hard to tell the difference between most brands, such as those you find at Dollar Tree versus elsewhere.
Honey
Honey’s one of those things that belongs in nearly every pantry. It goes well with so many things, including bread, tea and scones. And it’s great for when your throat’s feeling sore.
But honey can be expensive to buy. Fortunately, you can pick up an eight-ounce container of Global Brands Little Bear Blend Honey Syrup for only $1.50 at Dollar Tree — or $0.19 per ounce. In comparison, Target’s own Good & Gather Clover Honey costs $4.39 — or $0.37 an ounce.
Ketchup
A 25-ounce container of Vine Ripe Ketchup only costs $1.50 at Dollar Tree. This is a steal when you consider the cost of ketchup from other brands or retailers. At Target, for example, expect to spend around $3.79 for a 14-ounce container of Heinz ketchup.
You can also pick up other affordable condiments for your pantry at Dollar Tree, like A.1. steak sauce.
Aluminum Foil
Did you know you can use aluminum foil for more than just lining baking trays or covering dishes? You can also use it to line kitchen drawers, clean your grill and more.
But if you find yourself using a lot of it, you probably already know how quickly the cost of aluminum foil can rack up. At Dollar Tree, you can purchase this pantry essential for $1.75 per 40-square-foot roll — or $0.04 per square foot. If you were to buy Reynolds Aluminum Foil from Walmart, you can expect to pay close to double that amount per square foot.
Food Storage Bags
Fold lock sandwich bags are great for sandwiches and small snacks, such as dried banana chips, cookies, carrots or pretzels. They’re also convenient for holding small quantities of spices or other ingredients at home.
At Dollar Tree, you can purchase 150-count Sure Fresh Fold Lock Plastic Sandwich Bags for $1.50. Target also sells 150-count fold top sandwich bags, but for around $0.25 more.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of March 10, 2026, and are subject to change.
This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.
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