Yahoo Lifestyle The 12 December Costco Finds Everyone's Talking About
Costco has rolled out a sleigh full of seasonal goodies just in time for December, and we couldn’t be more excited to dive in. This month, our carts will be brimming with smart hostess gifts, quick dinner solutions for busy nights, party-ready appetizers, and snacks to power us through all the festivities. Pro tip: you might want to grab an extra cart to fit it all. Keep reading for the 12 must-buy items at Costco this December.
12 December Costco Finds
Put on your game face and get ready to brave the crowds: your December Costco list is ready—these are the 12 items we're grabbing to make holiday hosting so much easier.
1. Kirkland Green Bean Casserole
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Is it really the holidays without this comforting classic? Green beans smothered in a mushroom cream sauce with a sprinkling of crispy fried onions on top—what could be better? Well, how about not having to cook it this year? Costco has whipped up a few choice sides, including this one, so you can spend more time with your friends and family. The trays cost $3.99 per pound, or $13 for about four servings. While some commenters online are loving it (and the convenience factor), others are upset about the non-traditional recipe that Costco is using: "It's tolerable. Adding red peppers to green bean casserole should be a crime," says one Redditor.
Related: The Clever Way to Make Green Bean Casserole 10x Better
2. Beecher's Worlds Best Mac & Cheese
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Beecher's “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese (which, fun fact, was once named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things) has a cult following for a reason. The Seattle-based company, which started in the famed Pike Place Market, was recently awarded Top U.S.-Made Cheese in America by the American Cheese Society—so you know the mac and cheese is going to be excellent. Currently in Pacific Northwest region Costcos, the frozen mac and cheese includes their signature Flagship and Just Jack cheeses melted over perfectly al dente penne. In a Reddit thread, one fan gushes, "My Thanksgiving Day tradition. The last two years I was by myself, and that's what I had. Just a big pan of good mac & cheese." Check it out soon in the Bay Area (where the brand's Hatch Mac & Cheese will be exiting), San Diego and Los Angeles.
Related: Costco Just Brought Back An 'All-Time Favorite' Holiday Item, and It's Sure to Fly Off Shelves Fast
3. Bark-Thins Dark Chocolate & Shortbread Caramel
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A Costco staple, you haven't really snacked until you've experienced an extra large bag of Bark Thins. And the new flavor is a must-try. Shortbread and Caramel flavored Bark Thins will be at Costco for a limited time this holiday season in Northeast and Southwest stores. The combo of dark chocolate with shortbread and caramel pieces is just plain heavenly. "Grab a cup of ice cream from the food court on the way out and toss some of these in there!" suggests one Instagrammer.
4. Kirkland Cheesy Bacon Mashed Potatoes
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"Death by potatoes," proclaims one Redditor on a dedicated thread about these limited-time potatoes. "Death by Cholesterol," replies another. The internet is split on these spuds, with some swearing by them for their holiday table and others passing them on. Whatever your feelings on this seasonal side, just know that it's more than three pounds of potatoes, mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan cheese, sour cream, butter and bacon for about $12.39. So if you're too busy to peel, boil and mash potatoes this year but still craving a cheesy carby combo, consider it done. "They’re pretty good. I like eating it for breakfast with a runny egg on top. It freezes well too," says one Instagrammer.
Related: How to Make Mashed Potatoes 10x Better, According to Bobby Flay
5. Tate’s Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookie Bark
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If you're anything like us, you're absolutely in love with Tate's Cookies (and as one Redditor humorously puts it: "Tate’s cookies are my favorite way for $7 to last 6 minutes."). Now, you can grab their newest offering, big bags of their Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookie Bark at Costcos nationwide. Their signature chocolate chip cookies are broken into pieces, covered thickly in dark chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt. It's tough to stop eating once you've opened the bag, trust us. Find them on shelves now in 14-ounce packages.
Related: We Tried 10 Tate’s Cookie Flavors and We Didn't See the Winner Coming
6. Synear Pork Dumplings
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Synear Dumplings have taken Costcos by storm recently, gaining quite a following (especially as the weather has turned cooler). This mega bag of pork soup dumplings ($14.99) is available in Costcos in the Northwest and Midwest and is rolling out nationwide beginning this month. (The brand's chicken soup dumplings are currently available in Texas Costcos.) Says one Redditor: "I followed the preferred method and steamed the dumplings for 12 minutes. They are full of soup, juicy and heavy on the robust pork flavor which some people may not like. It's pretty authentic and I would buy again."
7. Toblerone Truffles
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This month, Toblerone debuted a new holiday offering exclusive to Costco and people are pumped. Their latest addition to their “Never Square” line of premium chocolates is popping up nationwide through the holidays in the form of Toblerone Truffles. These luxurious little gems have a milk chocolate shell filled with a velvety chocolatey center and crunchy bits of honey and almond nougat. Each diamond-shaped truffle is individually wrapped making them an elegant hostess gift or a dessert table addition. Find them nationwide for $11.99 per box of 50.
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8. Crisp Power Protein Pretzels
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If you love to snack while you cook but are trying to stay somewhat healthy this holiday season, try a bag of these protein-packed pretzels, which are making their way to Costco shelves. Featuring a whopping 28 grams of protein and only 6 grams of net carbs, the keto crowd is getting loud about these plant-based snacks: "They had them at my store the other day and I picked up a bag. They are tasty and I like them a lot. I’m planning to stock up next time I go (will probably pick up 4 or 5 more bags since they are good well into 2025). They are a great alternative to the quest protein chips I enjoy a lot and similar if not better macros...for high protein, low carb pretzels these can’t be beat," says one Redditor. Grab a bag for $9.90 in the Northeast, Southeast, Texas, and California stores.
9. Kettle and Fire Turmeric Ginger Bone Broth
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If you need to warm up quickly, grab a box of Kettle and Fire's new Turmeric Ginger Bone Broth, available this month starting at Southeast Costcos. More than just a soup base, fans love this sipping broth for its versatility, high protein content and health benefits. "I drink it hot in a coffee mug on the mornings I do strength training as my 'protein shake' and I cook with it in lieu of water (for rice, etc.) so my kiddos still get important nutrients and protein even when they only eat the carb on the plate :)" says one online fan. Find the 6-pack of 16.9-ounce cartons now for $23.99.
Related: Here's Exactly What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Bone Broth Every Day
10. La Terra Fina Cranberry & Jalapeno Dip & Spread
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This popular brand's Cranberry & Jalapeno Dip & Spread is back at Costco for the holidays in the Southeast and Northeast. It's a versatile sandwich spread and veggie and chip dip that can be served hot or cold. "I'm absolutely obsessed with this stuff. I just finished one today and I have two more in reserve. I just eat it straight out of the container with pita chips," said one Redditor. Find it for $11.22 for a 31-ounce tub now.
11. British Sticky Toffee Pudding
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We all love a good holiday dessert and, well, 'tis the season. This one couldn't be easier and according to fans, freezes well to boot (up to one year!). The Sticky Toffee Pudding Company has re-released their fan fave, British Sticky Toffee Pudding, just in time for the holidays. "Sticky toffee pudding is amazing. The flavor is on point and the texture is surprisingly good for a refrigerated cake. Toffee sauce is sweet but not overly sweet. We paired with whipped coconut cream to balance," says one Redditor. Northern California Costcos are the lucky stores to get this one in for the holidays, but it should be nationwide soon. Find them in the freezer section for $14.
12. Country Archer Provisions Full-Size Beef Sticks
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The Country Archer mini beef sticks were such a hit with Costco fans that the brand has now released its full-size grass-fed beef sticks in various regions throughout the Northeast. With 9 grams of protein each, you can now grab these easy snack sticks in bulk packs of 16 for $16.99.
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