12 Cheap and Tasty Costco Snacks You Should Buy Right Now

There’s no shortage of tasty foods you can buy at Costco, whether it’s the famous $1.50 hot dog combo or their new giant chocolate chip cookie.

In addition to the yummy treats in the food court, the big-box retailer can make your membership worth it with a wide variety of delicious snacks that can be found on store shelves and in the warehouse.

Options range from simple dried fruit to decadent chocolate bites. So, try one or more of the following treats that Costco members love.

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1. Pepper jack crisps

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Options for people on the keto diet have improved greatly in the last decade, and Sonoma Creamery Pepper Jack Crisps are a prime example.

They’re made from aged parmesan cheese and have a solid crunch when you bite into them, almost like real chips. Reviewers on the Costco website give these crisps a solid 4.7 out of 5 stars overall.

2. Honey roasted nut mix

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Savanna Orchards Honey Roasted Nut & Pistachios is one of the best nut mixes you can get at Costco.

You won’t find any filler peanuts in here — just pecans, almonds, cashews, and pistachios. The sweet coating puts this snack over the top.

Almost 2,200 members weighed in on the mix, which earned 4.7 stars. “They are simply delicious and irresistible,” one remarks.

3. Organic dried mango

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If you’re a fan of dried fruit, Kirkland Signature Organic Dried Mangoe s should be on your radar.

Mango performs well in its dried state thanks to its naturally deep flavor and smooth texture. Plus, there’s no added sugar to worry about in this product.

“Be warned, it's addicting, and I always end up eating too much in one sitting,” one member cautions. Sounds like a good problem to have.

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4. Organic dried dates

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Dates have an excellent nutrition profile, which is one reason you should eat more of them. They’re also delicious in their dried form, which is why so many members recommend Made in Nature USDA Organic Dates.

“On my own I'd probably gobble them down until I ODd,” a fan raves.

This item gets 4.5 stars from Costco customers, who also note that it’s a good value.

5. Peanut butter pretzels

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Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets hit all the right notes. They’re salty and crunchy on the outside, and creamy and slightly sweet on the inside.

Over at Amazon, more than 1,200 reviewers rave about these nuggets.

6. Shrimp chips

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No snack roundup is complete without an item that brings the umami to the table, and that’s what you’ll get in spades with SoKusa Shrimp Chips with Garlic and Butter.

Costco customers love the shrimp, garlic, and butter flavor, and more than 1,400 reviewers praise the product, which earns 4.7 stars.

And fear not — this tasty treat is made with “wild shrimp and sustainable palm oil,” keeping the environment in mind.

7. Corn and rice puffs

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The masterminds behind Pirate’s Booty cracked the code when they brought Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Snack into the world.

The company elevated rice and corn by merging them in puff form, then married that texture with a cheesy flavor with a salty kick.

8. Zebra popcorn

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If you like your snacks sweet and covered in caramel, look no further than Popcornopolis Zebra Popcorn.

You get the crunchy satisfaction of popcorn along with a sweet flavor accented by the chocolatey zebra stripes.

“Wow this should be a controlled substance,” one of more than 2,200 Costco members quips.

“It’s the best I’ve ever had,” another raves. Overall, the snack gets a rating of 4.8 stars.

9. Dark chocolate candy

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No, chocolate addicts, we haven’t forgotten you. And if you’re especially fond of the dark stuff, then you’re sure to enjoy Bouchard Belgian Napolitains Premium Dark Chocolate.

Nearly 1,500 customers rated this candy, which earns 4.7 stars. Fans cite its solid flavor and pleasing texture.

“You can really taste the cocoa, without it being overpowered by the sweetness,” one fan says.

10. Hazelnut chocolate candy

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Ferrero Rocher Fine Hazelnut Chocolates have a solid chocolate exterior that gives way to a creamy hazelnut center rounded out with bits of roasted nut pieces.

11. Moon cakes

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If you’re looking for a sweet treat that doesn’t involve chocolate, then perhaps Emperor Premium Double Egg Yolk Moon Cakes will satisfy your cravings.

“They are moist and not overly sweet,” one member says. “The salted egg yolks bring a perfect balance to the cakes.”

More than 1,300 Costco shoppers are fans of the cakes, too. The treat earns 4.2 stars.

12. Butter pecan meltaways

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The last item on our list — David's Cookies Butter Pecan Meltaways — has more than 9,000 reviews and earns 4.7 stars. Costco members love this treat.

“I can say no to pizza, ice cream, [and] chocolate but for some reason I cannot keep my hands off this… tin of cookies,” one says.

Bottom line

Thanks to Costco’s high-quality standard, the retailer offers a wide variety of tasty snack offerings. In fact, as many shoppers have pointed out, these items can be downright addictive.

What’s also great is that Costco has low prices on these items, so you get to lower your grocery bill while indulging.

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