Costco Just Brought Back a Fan-Favorite Dessert and Fans Are Racing to the Bakery
I have a serious weakness for the Costco bakery. I go into the warehouse for paper towels and frozen fruit and somehow end up hovering near the dessert case like it's a museum exhibit. So when I heard whispers that a beloved treat had quietly returned, I felt that familiar rush. You know the one-the "do I need this?" debate that lasts about three seconds before you grab one.
Costco has officially brought back a dessert that first made waves in December 2025. When it debuted last year, it was marketed as a must-try holiday item and quickly became one of the most talked-about sweets in the bakery. Now it's back on shelves, and fans are once again making a beeline for the dessert section.
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Costco Brought Back the Pistachio Cheesecake
@costcoaisles Pistachio Cheesecake with Whipped Topping has returned to Costco Bakery. • #costcoaisles#costcofinds#cheesecake#pistachio#foodiesoftiktok
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User @costcoaisles shows off the returning Pistachio Cheesecake with Whipped Topping, which is priced at $25.99 in the bakery. Availability may vary by warehouse, but shoppers have already started spotting it in stores again.
This nearly five-pound cheesecake is layered with flavor. It starts with a sweet graham cracker crust, followed by a thick pistachio cheesecake filling. On top, there's a generous layer of pistachio whipped topping and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for extra texture.
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Why Shoppers Can't Stop Talking About It
When the cheesecake first launched in late 2025, fans had a lot to say. Many described it as fantastic and delicious, with some even calling it the best cheesecake Costco has ever made. Reviewers praised its creamy, dense texture and balanced pistachio flavor.
Pistachios have a deliciously delicate flavor that is often described as nutty, buttery and lightly sweet with a subtle earthy note. That unique taste has become more popular in the U.S. in recent years, thanks to the viral Dubai chocolate craze. Pistachio flavoring is now showing up in everything from chocolate bars and truffles to ice cream and specialty lattes. Costco's cheesecake leans into that trend in a big way.
Some shoppers recommend slicing the cake and freezing individual pieces for easy desserts later on. Others say the plan sounds great in theory, but it never lasts long enough to reach the freezer. With its creamy filling and crunchy crust, it tends to disappear quickly at family gatherings and holiday parties.
Personally, I can't wait to try it! I might just pick one up for Mother's Day celebrations.
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This story was originally published May 8, 2026 at 3:25 PM.