This Kirkland Signature Item In Costco's Snack Aisle Deserves More Attention

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There's an abundance of snacks at Costco that receive the hype they deserve, but there are also a few hidden gems that get overlooked within the warehouse. If you can't resist a sweet and crunchy snack, the next time you're browsing the aisles of Costco, keep an eye out for Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans. It's among one of the most underappreciated Costco items.

Unlike many treats associated with the holiday season, Costco stocks its Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans year-round. The candied nuts are made with classic ingredients: pecans, sugar, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup (not the high-fructose kind), sea salt, and natural flavors (which are probably spices or extracts like vanilla). Together, these ingredients help create everything there is to love about candied pecans: rich and buttery with caramel-like flavors and a crisp sugar-coating. But perhaps what makes Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans such an underrated buy is their value. Pecans are one of the pricier nut varieties, and specialty candied pecans can command a premium, ranging from approximately $11 to $22 per pound, depending on the brand, but not at Costco. A 2.5-pound container of Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans is listed on its website for $17.99, or about $7.20 per pound.

Though Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans aren't making headlines as much as other Costco items, that hasn't stopped the nuts from earning a 4.8-star rating across more than 3,200 submissions. Costco shoppers consistently praise their taste, with many mentioning the only problem with them is how addictive they are. However, some shoppers may find it a bit more difficult to find them. Several reviewers on the Costco site express disappointment that their local warehouse doesn't carry or has stopped carrying the pecans.

Whether you find Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans at your local Costco or order them online, don't limit yourself to enjoying them as a sweet snack. Their versatility is one reason they deserve more attention. Many Costco shoppers are putting these praline pecans to good use, adding them to everyday foods to transform them into something special. 

Try them as a granola topping replacement for your yogurt or as a mix-in for your favorite ice cream. For contrasting sweet and savory flavors, roughly chop them and toss them into a salad with a salty cheese like feta, goat cheese, or blue cheese and sweet elements like fresh or dried fruit. Or sprinkle them on top of creamy mashed sweet potatoes for some contrast. They can also add a bakery-style finish to desserts when used as a garnish for cakes and cupcakes or sprinkled over fruit crisp. These praline pecans are also an easy shortcut for entertaining. Just add them to a charcuterie board, where their sweetness can complement salty meats and cheeses while also making the pecans feel more festive. You could even divide one container of Kirkland Signature Praline Pecans into multiple nicely wrapped packages to give to guests as easy, inexpensive DIY party favors that still looks fancy.

With so many ways to enjoy and share these inexpensive nuts, Kirkland Praline Pecans might just become your new favorite pantry staple — and one you can never seem to keep stocked for long.