Costco Bakery Cookies Ranked — From Crumbly Disasters to Must-Buys

Costco’s bakery section is legendary — from oversized muffins to fresh-baked pies, there’s no shortage of sweet indulgence. But if there’s one thing that truly tempts shoppers every visit, it’s the cookies. Whether you’re stocking up for a party or looking for a treat with your afternoon coffee, Costco’s cookie selection is hard to beat.

To help you decide which cookie belongs in your cart, we taste-tested six popular Costco bakery cookies, ranking them from worst to best based on flavor, texture, and overall enjoyment. Here’s how they stacked up.

Worst

6. Sugar Cookie $8.99/24 oz

Costco’s sugar cookies look like a bakery classic — soft, frosted, and festive. But looks can be deceiving.

Taste Review

Overly sweet with a chemical-tasting afterbite, this cookie was the least enjoyable of the bunch. The frosting was too thick, and the cookie itself lacked depth or buttery richness.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 190
• Fat 9g
• Carbs 27g
• Sodium 110mg
• Dietary Fiber 0g
• Sugar 18g
• Protein 1g

Ingredients

Enriched flour, sugar, palm oil, eggs, artificial vanilla flavor, frosting (with food coloring and preservatives)

Preparation Instructions

Ready to eat. Best served chilled or at room temperature.

5. Double Nut Cookie $9.49/28 oz

Packed with chopped walnuts and pecans, this cookie aims to satisfy nut lovers with a crunchy, buttery bite.

Taste Review

Sadly, this cookie leaned too far into dryness. The nuts overpowered the cookie base, and the flavor felt one-note with a chalky finish.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 210
• Fat 13g
• Carbs 22g
• Sodium 120mg
• Dietary Fiber 1g
• Sugar 14g
• Protein 3g

Ingredients

Flour, butter, pecans, walnuts, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, baking soda, salt

Preparation Instructions

Enjoy straight from the box. Can be lightly warmed for a softer texture.

4. Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie – $6.99/24 oz

These bite-sized treats are Costco’s spin on the lunchbox classic — soft, mini cookies packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Taste Review

Fun and easy to eat, but overly sweet and lacking the chewiness you want from a classic chocolate chip cookie. Tasted more like cookie dough than a baked good.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 160
• Fat 8g
• Carbs 22g
• Sodium 105mg
• Dietary Fiber 0g
• Sugar 13g
• Protein 2g

Ingredients

Flour, sugar, chocolate chips, butter, eggs, baking powder, natural flavors

Preparation Instructions

Serve as-is or warm slightly for a gooier bite.

Best

3. Oatmeal Raisin Cookie – $9.49/28 oz

Chewy oats, juicy raisins, and hints of cinnamon come together in this classic cookie, which is perfect for those who like a less sugary treat.

Taste Review

Surprisingly moist and flavorful, the oatmeal raisin cookie has a homemade feel. Slight cinnamon warmth and a chewy bite make this a strong contender.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 200
• Fat 9g
• Carbs 27g
• Sodium 115mg
• Dietary Fiber 1g
• Sugar 15g
• Protein 2g

Ingredients

Rolled oats, raisins, flour, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, eggs

Preparation Instructions

Serve with a glass of milk or warm in a toaster oven for 3–4 minutes.

2. Palmier Cookie – $8.49/20 oz

These French-inspired cookies — sometimes called “elephant ears” — are made with layers of puff pastry baked with sugar until caramelized and crisp.

Taste Review

Delicate, buttery, and crispy with just the right amount of sweetness. These palmiers are light and elegant — perfect for pairing with coffee or tea.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 150
• Fat 9g
• Carbs 17g
• Sodium 80mg
• Dietary Fiber 0g
• Sugar 9g
• Protein 1g

Ingredients

Wheat flour, butter, sugar, salt

Preparation Instructions

No heating needed. Best enjoyed fresh with hot beverages.

Best Overall

1. Chocolate Chunk Cookie – $9.99/28 oz

Thick, gooey, and packed with big chunks of chocolate, these oversized cookies are Costco’s crowd-pleasing version of a bakery classic.

Taste Review

Rich, buttery, and full of melty chocolate. The texture hits the perfect balance between soft and chewy, with a slightly crisp edge. Hands-down the best cookie in the Costco bakery.

Nutritional Facts

• Calories 240
• Fat 12g
• Carbs 31g
• Sodium 130mg
• Dietary Fiber 1g
• Sugar 20g
• Protein 3g

Ingredients

Flour, butter, chocolate chunks, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda

Preparation Instructions

For ultimate indulgence, warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.

Final Bite

Costco’s cookie selection is big and bold — but not all cookies are created equal. While the sugar cookie and nut options fell flat, the Chocolate Chunk Cookie stole the show with its gooey, rich flavor. Pair it with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream and call it a day. Want something crisp and classy? The Palmier Cookie won’t disappoint.