Skip These Underwhelming Bakery Items At Costco

While there’s nothing inherently wrong with Costco’s Kirkland Signature bagels, their quantity is overwhelming. They are sold in packs of 12 with six bagels in each sleeve.

The sleeves are not airtight, so moisture can result in mold after a couple of days. They are also generously sized, making even one bagel more than what most people want to eat.

The Kirkland Signature muffins are sold in sets of 12, with six in each clamshell. One muffin can feed two people and because they are so big, they can be a bit undercooked.

Costco’s tiramisu quarter sheet cake has a cake consistency rather than spongey ladyfinger cookies. It also uses coffee syrup rather than espresso.

The tiramisu sheet cake is shipped in a tight box and can be tricky to remove without damaging one or two slices. At around $90 for 14 slices, it's also not much cheaper.

Kirkland Signature loaf cake from Costco is challenging to classify. Fritters are fried while loaves and cakes are baked, but Costco’s loaf cakes include elements of each.

Each loaf includes 10 servings and costs just over $10. It's a good purchase for the wallet and works for smaller family celebrations but for an occasional indulgence.

Costing around $160, The Cake Bake Shop’s 8-inch cake is an online exclusive that can feed only 22 people. Plus, there is always the chance of damage during shipping.