I Tried 13 Costco Desserts—These 9 Are Absolute Must-Buys (And 4 I’d Skip)

April 12, 2025

Costco’s bakery is legendary for good reason—massive portions, affordable prices, and a rotating lineup of delicious desserts. But not every item is worth the hype. After sampling 13 different Costco desserts, I found 9 that were so good I’d repurchase them in a heartbeat… and 4 I wouldn’t touch again. Whether you’re planning a party or stocking your fridge for weekend indulgence, here’s your ultimate guide to which Costco desserts are actually worth it.

Desserts I’d Happily Buy Again

1. Chocolate-Chunk Cookies $10/24 ct

Soft, chewy, and studded with rich chocolate chunks, these cookies are perfect for potlucks or weeknight cravings.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 210
Total Fat: 10g
Carbs: 27g
Sodium: 140mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 17g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

Enriched flour, butter, chocolate chunks, sugar, eggs, vanilla.

Preparation Instructions

Ready to eat. Microwave for 10 seconds for that fresh-from-the-oven feel.

2. Lemon-Blueberry Loaf $9/32 oz

Light and moist with a citrusy zing, this loaf delivers bright lemon flavor, bursts of blueberry, and a sweet crumble topping.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 15g
Carbs: 44g
Sodium: 210mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 27g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Flour, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, blueberries, butter.

Preparation Instructions

Serve at room temp or warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

3. White Cake with Vanilla-Cheesecake Mousse $16/10-inch

Elegant yet affordable, this cake blends light vanilla sponge with a rich cheesecake mousse filling.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 390
Total Fat: 20g
Carbs: 45g
Sodium: 280mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 32g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Sponge cake, cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla.

Preparation Instructions

Chill until ready to serve. Add fruit for a fresh twist.

4. Apple-Berry Pie $16/5 lbs

Packed with strawberries, raspberries, and apples under a flaky lattice crust, this pie is big enough for a crowd.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 380
Total Fat: 16g
Carbs: 58g
Sodium: 240mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 36g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Apples, berries, sugar, flour, butter, shortening.

Preparation Instructions

Heat at 300°F for 10–15 minutes for bakery-style freshness.

5. Tiramisu Cheesecake $24/4.5 lbs

A luxurious fusion of tiramisu and cheesecake, this dessert boasts layers of coffee-flavored cheesecake and whipped cream.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 460
Total Fat: 28g
Carbs: 40g
Sodium: 320mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 30g
Protein: 6g

Ingredients

Cream cheese, cocoa, espresso, graham crust, whipped topping.

Preparation Instructions

Chill and serve with coffee or sliced strawberries.

6. Kirkland Signature Cheesecake $19/12-inch

Fluffy and tangy with a soufflé-like texture, this cheesecake is a versatile classic.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 420
Total Fat: 28g
Carbs: 35g
Sodium: 310mg
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 6g

Ingredients

Cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, graham crust.

Preparation Instructions

Serve chilled with your favorite fruit topping.

7. Tuxedo Chocolate Mousse Bar Cake $18/3 lbs

This multi-layered masterpiece includes mousse, ganache, and fudgy brownie chunks.

8. Banana Cream Pie $16/10-inch

A smooth banana pudding filling over graham crust, lightly drizzled with caramel.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 370
Total Fat: 22g
Carbs: 38g
Sodium: 260mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 27g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Banana puree, graham crust, sugar, cream, caramel.

Preparation Instructions

Serve chilled with sliced bananas or whipped cream.

9. 10-Inch Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Mousse $16/10-inch

A rich chocolate cake balanced by a fluffy mousse layer—less intense than the mini cakes, and far more balanced.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 25g
Carbs: 46g
Sodium: 300mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 33g
Protein: 5g

Ingredients

Cocoa, mousse, eggs, sugar, flour, butter.

Preparation Instructions

Serve chilled or room temp. Great with fresh berries.

Desserts I’d Skip Next Time

1. Mini All-American Cakes $9/6 ct

These fudgy “mini cakes” are chocolate overload in a cupcake wrapper.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 670
Total Fat: 36g
Carbs: 75g
Sodium: 380mg
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 52g
Protein: 6g

Ingredients

Flour, cocoa, sugar, butter, eggs, chocolate.

Preparation Instructions

Best with milk—if you can manage more than one bite.

2. Strawberries-and-Cream Bar Cake $19/3 lbs

A spring-themed cake with layers of strawberry filling and cream, finished with white chocolate.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 420
Total Fat: 22g
Carbs: 48g
Sodium: 260mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 38g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients

Vanilla cake, strawberries, cream, white chocolate.

Preparation Instructions

Keep refrigerated. Best sliced cold.

3. Carrot Bar Cake $19/3 lbs

Cream-cheese frosting, walnuts, and carrot cake layers—it should be a classic.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 430
Total Fat: 28g
Carbs: 42g
Sodium: 300mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 35g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients

Carrots, sugar, flour, oil, eggs, walnuts, spices.

Preparation Instructions

Let sit at room temp for 10 minutes before serving.

4. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries $6/1 pack

Jumbo strawberries dipped in thick chocolate—often sold around holidays.

Nutritional Facts

Calories: 160
Total Fat: 9g
Carbs: 18g
Sodium: 25mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 1g

Ingredients

Strawberries, milk and dark chocolate, sugar.

Preparation Instructions

Eat same day. Keep chilled until serving.

Final Say

Costco’s bakery is full of treasures—but a few misses too. If you’re short on time (or fridge space), stick with the lemon-blueberry loaf, white cake with cheesecake mousse, or classic tiramisu cheesecake. And if you’re tempted by the pretty strawberry cakes? Maybe admire from afar. Choose wisely and enjoy every sweet bite!