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While retailers and coffee shops are gearing up for all things pumpkin spice, Costco’s latest bakery item is winning over shoppers who are still enjoying the long summer days and the taste of warm-weather fruit. The new find is the perfect end-of-summer treat that will instantly satisfy your sweet tooth.
When it comes to its bakery, Costco knows how to impress members, from seasonal cakes and muffins to other delicious desserts. The warehouse chain’s newest pastry looks like it’s straight out of a fancy French bakery and boasts an iconic fruit combo: strawberry and rhubarb.
Costco’s New Kirkland Signature Strawberry Rhubarb Pastry
If you’re a sucker for the baked goods from Costco like we are, get excited. The warehouse has added a new item to its bakery section: Kirkland Signature Strawberry Rhubarb Pastry. The tart-yet-sweet creation comes in a tray of nine pastries for only $11.99.
The buttery and flaky dessert has a lattice crust with sugar crystals on top. Inside is where the magic happens: a classic flavor combo that gets better with each bite. The new treats were spotted earlier this month and are already a hit among shoppers on social media.
One fan shared their thoughts on Reddit and said, “I wasn’t expecting it to be that good, but it’s really good.” The shopper went on to share that they thought the new pastries have “the perfect amount of sweetness” and aren’t overly sweet.
Another Redditor commented that their family loves the pastry and that they “finished the whole box this morning.”
On TikTok, a Costco member, @costcotvtried the strawberry rhubarb pastry and said, “I think this is my favorite pastry.” They gave the new treat a “9.5 out of 10.”
For roughly $1.33 a piece, this item is worth the purchase if you’re craving something sweet, but not too sweet. Several fans on Instagram recommended enjoying the pastries warmed up and with a side of vanilla ice cream. And we agree. That sounds like the ultimate way to celebrate the end of summer.