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Did you know you can score Dollar General deals for just $0.01 thanks to the Dollar General Penny List? This special list includes specific items that ring up for just one cent at checkout — if you’re lucky enough to find them still on the shelves. The Penny List usually updates each week, and we post the penny list BEFORE ANYONE ELSE, normally on a Thursday afternoon–Friday morning, so you can head out Tuesday morning ready to hunt. Make sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a new round of penny finds.


You don’t need coupons for these deals, but you do need to shop in store, since penny items are unadvertised and only discovered through scanning and searching. Alongside the weekly penny list, Dollar General also rotates new clearance items that get deeper markdowns each week until they eventually hit that magical $0.01 price.


If you’re ready to level up from regular couponing to the thrill of penny shopping, you’re in the right place. We’ll walk you through where penny items tend to hide, how to spot them, how to verify prices in the DG app, and even tips on what to say at the register. Once you learn the ropes, penny shopping becomes the ultimate treasure hunt — and the savings are unbeatable. Make sure also to follow us on Facebook HERE at Crazy For Couponing.

What Is the Dollar General Penny List?

The Dollar General Penny List is simply a list of specific items that will ring up for $0.01 at Dollar General this week (if you’re lucky enough to find them still on the shelves).

These penny items aren’t part of a regular sale — they’re actually markdown “mistakes.” Dollar General drops certain products down to $0.01 in their system so store employees know it’s time to pull them from the sales floor.

But sometimes staff miss a few items, and those products stay out on the shelves. That’s where penny shoppers score big, grabbing those overlooked items for just a penny at checkout.

Most of the time, these items have already gone through multiple markdowns — often more than 90% off — and Dollar General is just trying to clear out the remaining inventory.

Want a heads-up on what might drop to a penny soon? Keep an eye on items currently marked at 90% off. Those deals might hang around for a week, or even a few weeks, before finally dropping to just $0.01.

The biggest thing to remember when penny shopping is to pay close attention to the size, flavor, count, and variety of each item. Everything must match exactly with what’s listed on the current Penny List in order for it to ring up for $0.01 at the register.

This Week’s Dollar General Penny List

DOLLAR GENERAL
Penny List • December 23, 2025
Categories Included:
  • Harvest
  • Football
  • Smores Tier Table
Reminder: Penny items are typically $0.01 in-store and can vary by location. Always scan in the DG app and double-check at the register.
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Clearance Markdowns 12/26/2025

Things to Know About the Dollar General Penny List

1. Dollar General employees are supposed to sell you penny items.

The Dollar General Employee Handbook states that if an item scans for $0.01, employees are expected to sell it to you. That said, some stores may still refuse to complete the sale, even though the policy is on your side. If a cashier hesitates, you can politely mention the policy. If they still won’t sell it, kindly ask them to remove the penny item from your transaction and move on.

2. Grab every Dollar General penny item you want before you head to the register.

You usually get one chance to buy the quantity you want. If you only take one penny item to the checkout, it can alert the cashier to go pull the rest from the shelf — and they may not allow you to buy any more. When you find penny items, add everything you want to your cart before you check out.

3. Don’t ask employees to help you find penny items.

Avoid mentioning penny items to store employees at all. Remember, these are products that should have already been pulled from the sales floor. Asking about them just reminds staff to remove them. Don’t ask employees where penny items are, and definitely don’t call corporate over a penny item situation. Quiet hunting is the best strategy.

4. Watch out for “Penny Resets.”

Items that drop to a penny will stay at that price until there’s a “Penny Reset.” A reset happens when Dollar General restocks that same product, which causes the system to bump the price back up to full. If last season’s items are still on the shelf when the new season’s stock arrives, those older items can suddenly go back to full price — meaning they’re no longer $0.01 deals.

5. Use the Dollar General App to Check Penny Prices

You can use the Dollar General mobile app (iOS / Android) to scan items and check their prices before you ever head to the register. Just make sure your app is updated to the latest version, especially on Tuesdays when new penny markdowns go live.

Also be sure to set your store location inside the app to the exact Dollar General you’re shopping at. This ensures you’re seeing the correct, most up-to-date pricing for that specific store.

And just to clear it up — there is no separate Dollar General Penny List app. The regular DG app is what you’ll use to check for those $0.01 deals.

How To Scan Items In Your Dollar General App

Dollar General app scanner example

Use the Dollar General App Scanner

The DG app scanner is your #1 tool when searching for pennies inside the store. Follow these simple steps:

  • Open the Dollar General app.
  • Make sure you have the correct store selected in the app.
  • Tap the scanner icon at the top-right of the screen.
  • Scan the barcode of any item you suspect may have pennied.
  • If it rings up $0.01, you found a penny!

6. Check the Dollar General Penny List Every Monday

Check back here every Monday afternoon for the newest Dollar General Penny List. We usually receive the list early, but additional items can pop up later in the day, so be sure to revisit and refresh for updates.

4 Steps for Scoring Penny Deals at DOLLAR GENERAL
1
Stay In the Know
Check Crazy For Couponing Thursday–Friday, as we often get the list before anyone else. Knowing the categories ahead of time helps you shop faster and smarter.
2
Shop First Thing
Tuesday morning is the best time to penny shop. Arrive when the store opens for the best chance to find penny items still on the shelves.
3
Scan Everything
Use the Dollar General app and scan items as you shop. If an item scans at $0.01, you’ve found a penny deal. Always double-check before checkout.
4
Hunt, Don’t Ask
Penny shopping is a treasure hunt. You must locate items yourself—store employees cannot help find penny items, and that’s part of the process.

Past Dollar General Penny Lists

December 2025

Dollar General Penny List – December 23, 2025

December 16 – No New Pennies

December 09 – No New Pennies

December 2, 2025 – Penny Items

Surprise Pennies: Click here to see the current Surprise Penny Items