7 Costco Bakery Buys Worth Stocking Up On (#2 Tastes Homemade)

You may have a list of delicious dinner options that you always grab at Costco, like a rotisserie chicken, but what about breakfast options?

One of the best Costco membership perks is access to delicious baked goods in the store's bakery that are perfect for a no-fuss morning meal, like the following affordable favorites.

Many of these items come in large packs, so you can stock up for the week, share with a crowd, or freeze the extras for later. Here's what to look for on your next trip, plus tips to help you get the most out of each buy.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $6.99

The Kirkland Signature Muffins come in eight-packs, and you can mix and match flavors or get one kind.

Flavors can vary by location, so check back at the bakery whenever you're at Costco to see which new options may be available. Recent options have included blueberries and cream, lemon raspberry, triple chocolate, and vanilla chocolate chip. 

At $6.99 for eight, each muffin costs less than $1. A Food Republic taster called the blueberry cream very moist and suggested warming them for about 15 seconds in the microwave and buying only one or two flavors at a time so none go to waste.

Price: $5.99

Add a traditional French dish to your morning routine with a dozen Kirkland Signature Butter Croissants.

The flaky croissants are easy to grab on your way out the door, or you can slow down and enjoy one at home in the morning. You can also slice them in half and add ingredients for the perfect breakfast (or lunch) sandwich. 

At $5.99 for 12, each croissant costs about 50 cents. Each one has about 300 calories, according to the Costcuisine blog, which notes that the croissants are best eaten within about five days of purchase. The reviewer also says they freeze well, so you can save extras for busy mornings.

Price: $8.99

Add some bright tartness to your morning with the Kirkland Signature Lemon Blueberry Loaf.

The lemon loaf is packed with blueberries for extra flavor and topped with a crumble topping and lemon icing for extra sweetness. 

The 33-ounce loaf serves 10 to 12 people. It's best within about five days of packaging, but you can slice and freeze any portion you won't finish in time. 

A reviewer on the Costcuisine blog noted that it's on the sweet side, so it may work best as an occasional treat. It contains wheat, egg, and milk.

Price: $4.99

Grab a pack of eight Kirkland Signature Plain Bagels for a traditional and easy breakfast option.

You can also head to the store's refrigerated section for some Kirkland Signature Cream Cheese to spread on your bagels for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal. The bagels are boiled before they're baked, which gives them a chewy crust and dense interior. 

Costco now sells its bagels in single eight-packs instead of two six-packs, so you no longer need to mix and match to complete a set. 

At $4.99 for eight, each bagel costs about 62 cents. Other flavors include everything, sesame, Parmesan, pretzel, and cinnamon raisin. 

Bagels freeze well for up to three to four months, according to the Costco Food Database, so you can stash some for later.

Price: $6.99

Costco has some traditional favorites that you might want to try for a reliable breakfast option.

Take the Kirkland Signature Butter Pound Cake, for example. Slice off a piece or two for a great dish with coffee or tea. 

The all-butter loaf weighs 32 ounces, so it can easily feed a crowd. It's also versatile. You can top a slice with fresh fruit and whipped cream for a strawberry shortcake-style breakfast or dessert, or turn it into ice cream sandwiches. 

One Reddit user quoted by Chowhound called it the "best pound cake I have had outside of Europe."

Price: $11.99

Mixing and matching danishes is a signature part of the Costco bakery shopping experience and can help you save money shopping if you are hosting a big breakfast. 

You can pick up two packs of four danishes as part of the store's mix-and-match option with flavors like cherry, almond, and cream cheese. At $11.99 for eight, each danish costs about $1.50. 

Each one weighs about 4.5 ounces, according to the Costco Food Database. For the best texture, the site recommends warming them in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. 

Danishes keep in the fridge for about five to seven days, or you can wrap and freeze them for later.

Price: $5.99

Put a twist on your traditional toast with the Kirkland Signature Rustic Italian Bread. You can make thin slices or thick slices of the soft bread with a crispy crust before popping it in the toaster.

Check out Costco's shelves for plenty of options to top your toast, like jam, butter, or cream cheese. The hearth-baked loaf weighs roughly 2 pounds and is made with extra virgin olive oil, a natural starter, and sea salt. 

Its large slices also work well for hearty sandwiches. Some shoppers have reported inconsistent loaves, so give yours a quick check before you buy.

Start your morning right with some cost-efficient breakfast options from the Costco bakery that taste great.

These options can help you save money on groceries by buying in bulk. Just make sure to plan to eat (or freeze) them in a timely manner.

Most bakery items have a short shelf life, so slice and freeze what you won't eat within a few days. When you're ready, a quick warm-up in the oven, toaster, or microwave can bring them back to life. That way, you can enjoy fresh-tasting pastries all week without letting any of your bakery haul go to waste.