Dollar General shoppers woke up to a fun surprise today — several unexpected penny items are ringing up for just $0.01! These surprise finds aren’t listed on the official penny list, but they are scanning for a penny at registers as of September 23, 2025.
If you’re new to penny shopping, here’s a quick reminder: once items penny out, stores are supposed to pull them from shelves, but if you find them and they scan for $0.01, you can buy them. Employees cannot refuse to sell you a penny item, so happy hunting!
Surprise Penny Items Found 09/23
This is what was found in the app:
- Folgers 1850 Black Gold Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 12 oz
UPC: 25500605166 - Dunkin’ Original Blend Coffee, Medium Roast, 22 K-Cup Pods
UPC: 881334012675 - Kellogg’s Apple Jacks Glazed Donut Holes Cereal, 10 oz
UPC: 41192108914 - Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Glazed Donut Holes Cereal, 10 oz
UPC: 41192107146 - OREO S’mOREO Limited Edition Sandwich Cookies, 10.68 oz
UPC: 44000081522 - Sweet Smiles Milk Chocolate Covered Raisins, 16 oz
UPC: 28744201002 - Prime Hydration Drink – Future Freeze, 16.9 oz
UPC: 810116126804
Tips for Scoring Surprise Pennies
- Scan first: Always use your Dollar General app to scan items before heading to checkout.
- Check clearance sections: Penny items often linger in clearance or endcap displays.
- Be discreet: Don’t ask employees about penny items. Just scan and buy if they ring up for $0.01.
- Act fast: These won’t last long — once word spreads, shelves empty quickly.
Final Thoughts
Surprise penny drops like this make shopping at Dollar General exciting! Whether you’re a coffee lover stocking up on Folgers or Dunkin’, or you’ve got a sweet tooth for OREOs and Kellogg’s cereals, today is the perfect day to hunt.
📌 Don’t forget: these are surprise finds, so availability will vary by store and location. Good luck and let us know in the comments what you scored!