21 Underrated Snacks From Costco You Should Buy This Weekend

Layered, crispy, and dusted in sweet cinnamon-sugar, these shell-shaped chips are like the love child of a churro and a cereal puff. They’re a certified TikTok favorite and a top-shelf snack for anyone with a sweet tooth and a crunch obsession.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “They remind me of Cinnamon Toast Crunch. I bought one bag and immediately regretted not getting three.”
• "Each bite has light, shatter-y layers that crunch like no other snack I've had."
  

Best for: Late-night sweet cravings, snack swaps, impressing a room full of teens (or food editors)

A giant, ultra-sweet mandarin-orange hybrid that bursts with juice and peels like a dream. And yes, that little top knot is part of the charm. Available only from January through April, it’s a seasonal treat that’s well worth stalking the warehouse aisles for.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “These are candy-level sweet but they’re fruit, so you still feel virtuous after eating three.”
• “It’s the one fruit my whole family agrees on — and that never happens.”

Best for: Peak citrus season snacking, lunchbox fruit flexes, dessert that feels healthy

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Thick, salty pretzels filled with smooth, creamy Valencia peanut butter, these nuggs are basically engineered for mindless snacking.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “These are my go-to car snack. I always keep a small container of them near my seat for road trips.”
• “The pretzel shell is thick with a craveable crunch. The peanut butter inside is great quality — tastes fresh (not rancid, like I’ve had from other brands!).”

Best for: Road trips, pantry grazing, after-school chaos

Ridged kettle chips cooked in small batches and dusted with pink salt. Their sturdy, ultra-crunchy build makes them ideal for plunging into even the thickest dips — looking at you, sour cream and onion.

Tasting Panel Comments

“The crunch is perfect and they’re just greasy enough (in the best way).”

“These are my go-to chips for scooping up dips. They're so good, I have to hide them on the top shelf.”

Best for: Party dips, backyard hangs, “I need salt” moments

This tender chocolate cake layered with pistachio cream and crisp kataif pastry is topped with a glossy ganache. It’s a dramatic, texture-loaded showstopper that feels straight out of a fancy bakery.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “Of all the TikTok-hyped Dubai-style desserts out there, this one actually lives up to it. ”
• “The chocolate cake part is great in and of itself but it’s the pastry bits that make it super special. That crunch goes on like pop rocks.”

Best for: Dinner party flex, birthday backup, texture people

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These whole strawberries flash-frozen and coated in creamy milk or white chocolate are tart, sweet, creamy, and cold. They’re a Costco cult favorite that’s basically a frozen truffle disguised as fruit.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “They’re like bougie bon bons but made with fruit so you can feel good about them.”
• “When I need something a little something sweet (but not too sweet), a couple of Tru Fru is just the ticket. The frozen chocolate is rich and indulgent, and the strawberry is a crisp counterpoint.”

Best for: Frozen dessert fix, post-dinner indulgence, healthy and balanced option

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Crunchy, buttery, and perfectly salted, these in-shell pistachios deliver big flavor with a naturally snackable pace. Cracking them open adds a soul-soothing rhythm, plus, the shells slow you down just enough to avoid inhaling the whole bowl.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “Hands down the most fulfilling ‘clean’ snack in my pantry. They’re protein-packed and actually fill me up.”
• “When they come in the shell, it’s like built-in portion control — plus it’s weirdly satisfying to crack them open.”

Best for: Protein boost, slow snacking, keeping hands occupied

This variety pack of peanut butter cups, caramel nougat bars, and candy coated dark chocolate is a go-to among food bloggers and clean-eating shoppers, thanks to less sugar and no artificial ingredients.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “The flavors are good and don’t have artificial ingredients. They feel like a quality treat.”
• “Everything tastes rich and smooth. The dark chocolate is actually good, not just ‘healthy’ good.”

Best for: Sweet tooth moments, better-for-you indulgence, upgrading your snack stash without going full granola

These iconic fish-shaped crackers have a bold flavor that’s not overwhelming, making them a fave with kids and grown-ups alike. The crunch is light and the portioned packs make them just manageable enough not to eat by the handful... but no promises.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “They taste exactly like childhood — that sharp Cheddar tang, the buttery crunch. They satisfy without being too heavy.”
• “I cannot trust myself around them. They are too compelling.”
  

Best for: Carpool munching, game nights, snack-cup refills

Crispy biscuit sticks coated in creamy chocolate, strawberry, and cookies ‘n’ cream layers — all individually wrapped and impossibly munchable.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “There’s something deeply gratifying about crunching your way through these slim little snacks one bite at a time.”
• “The variety pack makes them fun to share, even more fun to gift, and honestly? Too fun to stop eating.”

Best for: Edible stocking stuffers, snack breaks with style, keeping your candy drawer a little more international

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These individually wrapped mozzarella balls are soft, creamy, and surprisingly protein-packed — with 5 grams per bite. The texture is luxe, the flavor is clean, and the packaging? Totally portable.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “I bring them to work and feel fancy every time I eat one at my desk.”
• “It’s the kind of snack that feels rich — but it’s literally just really good cheese.”

Best for: Mini cheese boards, kid and adult lunchables, when you're just not in the mood to cook

Paper-thin roasted seaweed sheets with a sesame oil sheen. They’re crispy and salty while very low in calories (just 20 per serving). They also count toward your plant-based protein intake.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “I reach for these when I want a low-cal, low-fat snack that still packs that savory, salty crisp. They are good solo or wrapped around sliced cucumber or avocado.”
• “They scratch the same itch as chips, but I don’t feel like I just inhaled all those carbs.”

Best for: Low-cal nibbling, savory snack craving, lunchbox sides that feel a little elevated

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Light, fluffy, and rich with buttery coconut oil flavor, this air-popped popcorn tastes way more indulgent than it is. Each 3-cup serving clocks in at just 120 calories and packs in 4 grams of fiber to help keep you full (without feeling weighed down).

Tasting Panel Comments

• “This gives you the sensation of movie theater popcorn but feels less greasy.”
• “The coconut oil gives them a rich, faintly tropical flavor.”

Best for: Movie nights, after-dinner light bite, big-volume snacking

Creamy, chocolatey, and shockingly rich for something under 100 calories. Imagine your favorite childhood freezer fudge pops—but made with better ingredients.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “They taste like the ice cream truck classics I loved as a kid — just way less guilt.”
• “These are a staple in my freezer! They make for a dreamy post-dinner treat — the perfect blend of chocolatey and creamy and you don't have to dirty an extra dish to enjoy.”

Best for: Smart swap dessert, late-night chocolate fix, cooling off

Puffed corn and rice snacks dusted with white Cheddar and conveniently portioned in single serving bags. They melt in your mouth and disappear way faster than you meant to let them.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “They’re so light and airy, I call these ‘cheese clouds.’ The aged cheddar is a step above what you’d find in most cheese dust.”
• “The single-serve bags are perfect. I can actually stop at one, which never happens with the big bag.”
  

Best for: Work lunches, airplane snacks, late-night cheesy cravings

Toasty, restaurant-style tortilla chips with just the right amount of salt. They’re thick enough to stand up to guac, but not so heavy they ruin your queso-to-chip ratio.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “It’s the kind of chip you can eat straight out of the bag — or level up with some salsa.”
• "I love how sturdy they, like, you can actually get a good amount of guac without breaking the chip."
  

Best for: Game day dips, nacho night, potluck contribution

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Savory, smoky, and designed to fuel, these grass-fed beef sticks deliver 10 g of protein with zero sugar. They’re chewy, meaty, and way easier to throw in your bag than a protein bar — no refrigeration and no mess.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “I put these out in my snack assortment for the UPS and Fedex drivers and they're always the first ones to go. They love 'em!”
• “Chomps are great for travel. I stash them in my personal item because they’re shelf-stable and provide a few quick bites of protein when I sense I can’t make it to the next meal.”

Best for: Gym bags, glove compartments, flight fuel

Big, crunchy bites of roasted cashews, almonds, and pumpkin seeds lightly glazed in sweetness—and totally gluten-free. They’re basically trail mix’s overachieving cousin.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “Sweet and salty and tender and crunchy… very packable.”
• “It’s like trail mix in little cubes that are much easier to pop in your mouth. I’m obsessed!”

Best for: Afternoon pick-me-ups, commute snacking, sweet (but not too sweet) snack emergencies

These soft-baked bars are made with whole grains and real fruit puree. They feel like a grown-up fig newton with better texture and ingredients.

Tasting Panel Comments

• “I'll often reach for one of these when I'm starting to feel hangry. They're a sweet little indulgence, but also made with whole grains and real fruit (the raspberry-filled ones are my favorite!), so they're surprisingly rewarding.”
• “All of us (kids and adults) pack these for a heartier snack option. They are soft, but do not fall apart — even in a backpack that gets tossed around all day.”

Best for: Backpack snacks, school lunch upgrades, grabbing on the way out the door

Velvety, creamy, and just sweet enough, this Aussie-style yogurt delivers big flavor with a softer, creamier finish than tangy Greek varieties. Each cup packs 12 grams of protein, making it a filling choice for breakfast or a midday snack.

Tasting Panel Comments

• "Sometimes Greek yogurt is too thick. This one is looser and less tangy, which I prefer."
• “It’s one of the few yogurts that actually keeps me full — and the texture feels like dessert.”

Best for: Protein-packed breakfasts, post-workout recovery, midday cravings that need something real