The 9 Groceries I Always Order on Amazon To Save Money (And Time)

On-The-Go Nourishment: Kind Granola Bars

Not a day goes by when someone in my family isn't grabbing a granola bar, and Kind Bars are a favorite for sure. Flavors like Dark Chocolate Nuts and Sea Salt retail for $17.50* for a box of 12 on the brand's own site but are a great deal for just shy of $13 on Amazon. I also order other versions like Kind Kids Chewy granola bars at around $9 for 20 and Kind Thins which are a steal at under $7 for a box of 10.

Favorite Snack Packs: Goldfish Crackers Variety Pack

The Big Smiles Variety Pack does just that, provides us with big, cheesy grins. And they're practically giving them away at $12 for 30. The box contains three flavors—Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzel—so everyone is happy. A one-time purchase will set you back $12.88 but if you set this up for Subscribe & Save, it's just $12.24 (or 40 cents per bag).

Nabisco's Team Favorites Variety Pack with Oreo Minis, Chips Ahoy! Minis, Teddy Grahams, and Animal Crackers is a total bargain, too, priced at around $13 for 30.

Easy Kid-Friendly Dinners: Annie’s Real Aged Cheddar Shells Macaroni and Cheese

I get nervous when we start to run low on our beloved boxed mac and cheese. So I have Subscribe & Save set and it shows up without thought. This also means added savings. It ends up being $16.42 for a case of 12, or $1.37 per box—the cheapest I've seen it. The one-time price is still a great deal, too at $17.28, or $1.44 per box. This easy, beloved dinner comes in extra handy for feeding the kids on busy weeknights.

Adult Snacking: Wonderful Pistachios

As much as I like Goldfish, I need more grown-up choices to grab on-the-go as well. The Wonderful Pistachios Variety Pack fits the bill, and three flavors—Roasted & Salted Nuts, Chili Roasted, and Honey Roasted—mean something for every mood. Nine snack bags cost $7.11 via Subscribe & Save, or about 80 cents each. This is even cheaper than Costco, where they come out to 92 cents each.

Portable Protein: PBfit All-Natural Peanut Butter Powder

Portable protein like PBfit All-Natural Peanut Butter Powder, comes in handy on the regular. This review from Tom on the product page took the words right out of my mouth: “I love how easy it is to incorporate PBfit into my daily routine. Whether I'm blending it into smoothies, stirring it into oatmeal, or using it as a topping for yogurt or fruit, the possibilities are endless. It also makes a fantastic ingredient for baking, adding a delicious peanut flavor to cookies, muffins, and pancakes.”

A 30-ounce container is $13.24 (44 cents per ounce) with Subscribe & Save, or $13.94 (46 cents per ounce) for a one-time purchase.

Everyday (and Unique) Condiments

Whether it's because they are a good deal or because they are hard to find elsewhere, Amazon is a handy place to shop for your favorite condiments. For example, a Heinz Grill Pack with ketchup, relish, and mustard sits just under $6 while it’s closer to $7 at other stores like Target. If your local shops don't have the variety you're looking for, the behemoth online marketplace certainly does. Try this Kewpie dressing and marinade that goes on everything or broaden your dip game with yuzu mayo or chipotle aioli.

Specialty Items: Vanilla Paste

Specialty products are always worth a comparison, because you might score a serious discount. The same $18-$19 4-ounce jar of Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Bean Paste on Amazon is almost double that ($37) at Williams-Sonoma.

And ever since 2020 when it was nowhere to be found, Amazon remains my spot for instant yeast. I go through a fair amount to make bread, cinnamon rolls, and pizza dough, and Saf Instant Yeast, Red or Gold, never lets me down.

Fancy Water: Liquid Death

I'm in my hydration era, and I know I'm not alone. After realizing Liquid Death was not some kind of energy drink, I decided to give it a try after someone recommended ordering it from Amazon. Confusing name aside, the reviews further convinced me. When someone calls it "Shockingly, almost annoyingly good sparkling water," I had to see what the fuss is about.

Amazon offers many varieties (including my picks Mountain Still and Mountain Sparkling) for a very competitive price. A case of eight 19-ounce cans costs less than $12 with Subscribe & Save and just over $12 for a one-time purchase. The same product is close to $14 at Whole Foods (ironic since it's now owned by Amazon) and a dollar more at Target. As the brand states, “Don’t be scared. It’s just water.”

Honorable Mention: Dishwasher Pods

I get annoyed at how expensive dishwasher and laundry detergent can be...but the best price I've found for these (if you can't make it to Costco) is on Amazon. And while it's not cheaper by a lot, I still feel better about saving where I can. A 62-count tub of Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Pods is $18.94 with Subscribe & Save, or $19.94 for a one-time purchase. The same size box is typically north of $20 at other stores like Target.

Adding a quick shoutout here to the kitchen workhorse that is Dawn Powerwash Spray, which I always keep stocked from the online marketplace.