Pumpkin Caramel Kringle returns to Trader Joe’s for fall

O&H Danish Bakery says its Pumpkin Caramel Kringle is back at participating Trader Joe’s stores nationwide for a limited time this month. The seasonal pastry will also be sold directly by O&H with two-day nationwide shipping from Aug. 31 through Nov. 29, giving shoppers another way to get it before it sells out.

Why it matters: - Pumpkin Caramel Kringle is a limited seasonal item that often sells out at Trader Joe’s, making availability short and demand-driven. - O&H Danish Bakery is widening access with direct shipping, which gives customers nationwide a second way to buy the fall pastry. - The return adds another seasonal food item to Trader Joe’s shelves as fall shopping ramps up.

What happened: - O&H Danish Bakery said Pumpkin Caramel Kringle returned to participating Trader Joe’s stores nationwide in August 2026. - The pastry is available for a limited time, while supplies last. - O&H Danish Bakery will also sell Pumpkin Caramel Kringle directly with two-day nationwide shipping from Aug. 31 through Nov. 29. - All five O&H Danish Bakery locations in southeastern Wisconsin will carry the pastry from Sept. 28 through Nov. 29.

The details: - Pumpkin Caramel Kringle is a seasonal version of the traditional Danish pastry. - The pastry uses 36 layers of buttery, flaky dough shaped into an oval. - The filling combines pumpkin, warm spices and caramel. - The top is finished with chopped pecans and sweet icing. - At Trader Joe’s, shoppers can find the Kringle near the desserts and bread. - O&H’s direct lineup also includes Brown Sugar Mocha Kringle and Black Forest Kringle. - Brown Sugar Mocha Kringle is available online from Sept. 7 through Sept. 27. - Brown Sugar Mocha Kringle features brown sugar filling layered with vanilla cream and blended with espresso and chocolate. - Brown Sugar Mocha Kringle is topped with creamy caramel frosting and chocolate shavings. - Black Forest Kringle is available from Sept. 21 through Oct. 4. - Black Forest Kringle features rich chocolate filling layered with Door County Cherry filling infused with Kirsch. - Black Forest Kringle is finished with creamy vanilla frosting and chocolate shavings.

Between the lines: - The company is using Trader Joe’s distribution and its own website together to extend the sales window for a product that is tied to seasonal demand. - The staged release of multiple fall flavors suggests O&H is building a broader holiday lineup, not just a single product push. - The direct-to-consumer shipping option also helps O&H reach shoppers beyond the Midwest without depending on store inventory.

What's next: - Customers can order Pumpkin Caramel Kringle through O&H’s website beginning Aug. 31. - Shoppers near southeastern Wisconsin can buy it in O&H stores starting Sept. 28. - Availability at Trader Joe’s will continue only while supplies last, so timing will matter for anyone hoping to find it in store.

The bottom line: - Pumpkin Caramel Kringle is back for fall, but the safest way to get one may be to order early from O&H or grab it quickly at Trader Joe’s.