Too Much of a Good Thing? Costco Fans Debate Dessert Sizes and Share a Simple Fix

Costco shoppers are no strangers to the retailer’s famously oversized products. However, some beloved desserts and bakery items may be too large for certain customers, and now, those shoppers are voicing their concerns online.

Costco operates on a bulk-buying model. This means customers often purchase items in larger quantities, which helps keep prices lower than traditional retail stores.

These bulk-sized offerings are a hallmark of the entire Costco experience, including its fan-favorite bakery section. While the lower prices make it tempting to indulge, some shoppers are starting to question whether the oversized portions truly deliver the value they promise.

A Reddit post explored the customer conundrum. It’s titled, “We all obviously love Costco, but what’s one item you will never buy again from there?”

Many customers agreed that the retailer’s dessert section is troublesome for some shoppers due to the oversized portions. “Desserts. It all goes to waste,” wrote one Redditor.

A second person wrote, “Yeah, I wish they would sell 1/2 a cheesecake, pie, etc.” A third agreed, “But it’s so CHEAP, it’s hard to complain.” A fourth shopper added, “This is one of those things that you really need to go in on with another household.”

Customers Can Get Around Costco’s Mega-Sized Desserts With One Key Solution

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For some Costco customers, the sheer quantity of the desserts and bakery items can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there is a key money-saving and waste-saving solution to this problem.

Freezing Costco bakery items is an excellent way to extend their freshness and enjoy them over time. Even those with smaller spaces can utilize these shopping and storage tips.

Per Eating Well, almost all baked goods, including cupcakes, muffins, bread, and dinner rolls, can be frozen for up to three months. Here are their tips for freezing and defrosting to achieve maximum freshness and taste.

Freeze both filled or frosted cakes in an airtight plastic container and thaw in the refrigerator. Cookies can be wrapped in a double layer of airtight freezer bags and frozen for up to three months. To thaw, leave cookies wrapped and allow them to defrost at room temperature.

Biscuits, breads, and other bakery items can be wrapped in plastic wrap and then placed in an airtight freezer bag and frozen for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Muffins and quick breads, especially those without frosting or glaze, freeze beautifully for up to three months. Wrap each muffin or individual slice tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in an airtight freezer bag. Sliced bread can be frozen individually via the same method.

So the next time you find yourself eyeing that colossal croissant or family-sized cake, go ahead and indulge. After all, life’s too short to skip dessert, especially when it’s Costco-sized.