From better-for-you snacks to pantry upgrades and viral favorites, I tested the newest Costco finds to see what’s actually worth your cart.
Here’s a quick, no-nonsense breakdown of the standout buys—and a few items you’re better off skipping.
1. Jackson’s Avocado Oil Snack Variety Pack
Introduction: A massive 30-bag variety pack that finally solves the “healthy chip” dilemma. With sweet potato, kettle, and veggie straws all cooked in premium avocado oil, it’s the cleanest bulk snack in the warehouse right now.
Price: $25.00
Taste Test: The kettle chips offer a neutral, clean potato flavor, while the sweet potato chips hit that perfect savory-sweet note. Community consensus? “Toddler approved” and surprisingly rich without the heavy aftertaste of cheap oils.
Texture Summary: Superbly crunchy. The veggie straws are light and airy, while the kettle chips have a sturdy, satisfying snap.
Make It Better: Use the veggie straws as “croutons” on a summer salad for a gluten-free crunch.
Perfect Pairings: Pairs beautifully with a light hummus or a fresh Greek yogurt dip.
Final Verdict: Buy. It’s a 3:1 value compared to buying “clean” chips at a standard grocer.
2. Boulder Canyon Beef Tallow Kettle Chips
Catchy Title: Retro-Frying Perfection: The Beef Tallow Revolution
Introduction: A “monster bag” of three-ingredient chips that use beef tallow for frying. It’s a throwback to how chips were made before industrial seed oils took over the aisles.
Price: $7.99
Taste Test: Deeply savory with a faint “beef broth” or umami undertone. Some users report a “greasy” mouthfeel because tallow solidifies at room temp, but most find it reminiscent of old-school McDonald’s fries.
Texture Summary: Thick, hearty, and very hard-crunch. These aren’t your thin, fragile Lays.
Make It Better: Give them a 30-second “warm up” in the air fryer to melt the tallow slightly for a “fresh out of the fryer” experience.
Perfect Pairings: A cold lager or a sharp, aged cheddar.
Final Verdict: Buy (Silver). It’s a polarizing “love it or hate it” item, but for flavor purists, it’s a nostalgic win.
3. Organic Take & Bake Sourdough (3-Pack)
Introduction: A logistical marvel for home cooks—vacuum-sealed organic loaves with a months-long shelf life and zero preservatives. It’s the ultimate “emergency” artisanal bread.
Price: $10.20
Taste Test: A mild, approachable tang. It isn’t a “slap you in the face” sourness, making it perfect for families who find traditional sourdough too intense.
Texture Summary: The crust shatters perfectly, while the inside stays chewy and dense.
Make It Better: Ignore the “whole loaf” instructions. Slice thick rounds first and air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes for a superior crust-to-softness ratio.
Perfect Pairings: Spread with room-temperature Normandy Brie and a drizzle of honey.
Final Verdict: Buy. A mechanical necessity for any pantry.
4. Tosi Crunchy Seed and Nut Bars
Introduction: 16 bars of pure nuts and seeds for the price of four premium bars elsewhere. It’s a clean-label powerhouse that skips the “candy bar disguised as health food” trap.
Price: $15.99
Taste Test: Not cloyingly sweet. The Cashew Coconut variety is the community favorite, offering a tropical, nutty finish.
Texture Summary: Exceptionally crunchy but slightly crumbly. Warning: Do not eat these over a keyboard!
Make It Better: Crumble a bar over plain Greek yogurt for a high-protein breakfast parfait.
Perfect Pairings: A cup of mushroom coffee for a sustained 2 p.m. energy boost.
Final Verdict: Buy. The best price-to-ingredient ratio in the snack aisle.
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5. Kirkland Double Crème Brie (Normandy, France)
Introduction: Real-deal French Brie with an AOP designation. This isn’t “French-style” cheese; it’s the actual export from Normandy at a Costco price point.
Price: $13.27
Taste Test: Buttery, earthy, and complex. It continues to ripen in your fridge—mild when first bought, pungent and “gooey” if you wait a few weeks.
Texture Summary: Velvety and spreadable.
Make It Better: Crucial: Let it sit out for exactly 60 minutes before serving. Cold Brie is a wasted Brie.
Perfect Pairings: Warm sourdough and fresh apple slices.
Final Verdict: Buy. A restaurant-grade experience for the price of a fast-food meal.
6. Organic Almond Butter Stuffed Dates
Introduction: Individually wrapped Medjool dates stuffed with creamy almond butter. It’s the perfect portable fuel that balances high-energy fruit sugar with slowing-burning fats.
Price: $12.89
Taste Test: Like a gourmet caramel. The sweetness of the date is perfectly cut by the salt and creaminess of the almond butter.
Texture Summary: Gooey, “wet,” and dense. Very satisfying—one is usually enough.
Make It Better: Keep them in the freezer for a “frozen truffle” texture that lasts longer and tastes like dessert.
Perfect Pairings: A handful of walnuts or a dark roast coffee.
Final Verdict: Buy. A “Gold” item for anyone managing long days or intensive projects.
7. Organic Mushroom Coffee (Peruvian Single Origin)
Introduction: A 2 lb bag of organic coffee infused with Lion’s Mane, Chaga, and Cordyceps. It’s the wellness trend made affordable for daily drinkers.
Price: $18.79
Taste Test: Surprisingly normal. It tastes like a complex, full-bodied dark roast with a tiny hint of earthiness. Most people won’t even know there are mushrooms in it.
Texture Summary: Smooth and clean. No “grit” or powder residue often found in cheaper mushroom blends.
Make It Better: Use a French Press to preserve the natural oils and the subtle adaptogenic notes.
Perfect Pairings: One almond butter stuffed date.
Final Verdict: Buy. If you’re curious about adaptogens, this is the lowest-risk way to try them.
8. Organic Frozen Mango Chunks
Introduction: 5 lbs of organic mango for about ten bucks. Because it’s flash-frozen at peak ripeness, it often has more Vitamin C than the “fresh” mangoes sitting in the produce bin.
Price: $12.30
Taste Test: Hit or miss. When they’re on, they are candy-sweet. Some batches can be slightly tart, but they shine in blended formats.
Texture Summary: Soft when thawed, but best used while still partially frozen for that “sorbet” feel.
Make It Better: Blend with coconut milk and a scoop of protein powder for a 90-second meal replacement.
Perfect Pairings: Pairs perfectly with pineapple or in a spicy mango salsa.
Final Verdict: Buy. The sheer volume for the price makes it a staple for anyone who makes smoothies.
9. THE SKIPS: Grillo’s Pickle Chips & Organic Granola Bites
Grillo’s Pickle Chips ($ Skip): The “natural flavors” and yeast extract muddy the ingredient list. While the crunch is 8.5/10, the “pickle” taste is often described as artificial compared to the actual pickles.
Organic Granola Bites ($ Skip): Contains sunflower oil and natural flavors. For a product marketed as “clean,” it’s a pass—grab the Toasty Crunchy Bars instead for a better nutritional profile.
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