Costco’s bakery section has achieved near-legendary status among shoppers — and for good reason. The aroma alone is enough to pull you in, but it’s the unbeatable combo of quality, price, and portion size that keeps customers hooked.
From buttery croissants to decadent desserts big enough to feed a crowd, these 12 Costco bakery finds are so good, people can’t stop talking about them.
1. Costco Butter Croissants — $7.93
Costco’s signature butter croissants are golden, flaky perfection with a rich, buttery aroma that rivals a Parisian bakery. Light yet indulgent, they’re perfect for sandwiches, breakfast spreads, or enjoying warm with a touch of jam.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 300 per croissant
- Fat: 17g
- Carbs: 31g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Enriched wheat flour, butter (cream, salt), water, sugar, yeast, salt, milk, and egg wash.
2. Costco Cheesecake — $22.69
This ultra-creamy cheesecake is a Costco classic — dense, velvety, and lightly sweetened with a graham cracker crust that melts in your mouth. It’s rich enough for celebrations but affordable enough for any weekend treat.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 420 per slice (1/16 of cake)
- Fat: 29g
- Carbs: 33g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 7g
Ingredients:
Cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, graham crumbs, butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Costco Bagels — $9.07
Soft on the inside, chewy on the outside — Costco bagels are baked fresh daily and come in varieties like plain, everything, and cinnamon raisin. Perfect for toasting or freezing for later.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 290 per bagel
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 58g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 11g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, water, yeast, sugar, salt, malt syrup, and enzymes.
4. Costco Muffins — $8.69
Famous for their jumbo size and bakery-fresh taste, Costco muffins are basically dessert disguised as breakfast. Popular flavors include double chocolate, blueberry, and coffee cake.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 650 per muffin
- Fat: 33g
- Carbs: 80g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 40g
- Protein: 9g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, soybean oil, eggs, milk, chocolate chips or blueberries, leavening agents, and flavorings.
5. Costco Cookies — $11.99
Soft, chewy, and baked to perfection — these cookies are Costco’s sweet crowd-pleaser. Each pack includes a mix of chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and white chocolate macadamia.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 210 per cookie
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, chocolate chips, baking soda, and vanilla extract.
6. Costco Seasonal Pies — $7.49
Costco’s pies are the stuff of legend — especially the Pumpkin Pie and Apple Pie that hit shelves every fall. They’re massive, delicious, and baked fresh in-house daily.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 380 per slice
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 55g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 33g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Pumpkin purée or apple filling, sugar, eggs, flour, butter, spices, and pie crust.
7. Costco Dessert Bars — $24.99
These bars are layered perfection—chewy, chocolatey, and rich enough to share (though you won’t want to). They vary by season, from brownie bites to caramel oat squares.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 280 per bar
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 24g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, sugar, eggs, chocolate, caramel, oats, and vanilla extract.
8. Costco Loaf Cakes — $12.29
Costco loaf cakes come in irresistible flavors like lemon, marble, and coffee crumb. Moist, buttery, and perfect for brunches or gifting.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 320 per slice
- Fat: 16g
- Carbs: 39g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Enriched wheat flour, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, baking powder, and flavoring extracts.
9. Costco Bread and Rolls — $5.99
From dinner rolls to sandwich loaves, Costco’s fresh bread selection is simple, fluffy, and baked daily. Their brioche rolls are particularly loved for burgers and sliders.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 130 per roll
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, yeast, salt, butter, and water.
10. Costco Cupcakes — $12.99
These oversized cupcakes rival anything from a boutique bakery. Each one is topped with a generous swirl of frosting and comes in rotating flavors like vanilla, red velvet, or chocolate fudge.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 680 per cupcake
- Fat: 36g
- Carbs: 78g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 55g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, cocoa, and natural flavoring.
11. Costco Pastries — $11.99
From flaky apple turnovers to buttery danishes, Costco’s pastries deliver gourmet quality at wholesale prices. Best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 370 per pastry
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 43g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 21g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, sugar, yeast, milk, fruit filling, and eggs.
12. Costco Custom Cakes — Starting at $24.99 (10” round or half sheet)
Costco’s custom cakes are famous for feeding a crowd without emptying your wallet. Moist cake, rich icing, and fully customizable designs make them perfect for any celebration.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 380 per slice (1/24 of sheet)
- Fat: 17g
- Carbs: 53g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 36g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, cocoa (for chocolate versions), and vanilla flavoring.
Final Thoughts
Costco’s bakery never misses — whether you’re stocking up on buttery croissants, creamy cheesecake, or giant muffins that double as dessert. These 12 items are proof that the warehouse bakery is one of the best values in America.
Just remember to bring extra freezer space — you’ll want to buy more than one of each.
