Kid-Friendly Snacks You Should Buy at Costco
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Spotting the “goldilocks” of kid-friendly snacks is easier said than done. As you stand in the snack foods aisle, staring at the endless brands and options, three questions run through your mind: Is this snack healthy enough? Is it affordable? And, most importantly, will the kids even like it? They’re all valid questions, but some of us just don’t have the time to research every single product and read every single review. That’s why we’ve curated the only kid-friendly snacks list you’ll ever need. And the best part? All of these snacks are found at Costco.
We considered all important factors: health, ease (are the snacks easy to pack? Easy to grab while on the go?), and how they taste (will the kids immediately spit the snack out and never trust your judgment again?). In the end, we found more than twenty snacks that are worthy of the commitment of buying in bulk for Costco members.
From fruits and veggies pouches to snack mixes and crunchy favorites, here are the best kid-friendly snacks at Costco. And, don’t worry; we also tossed in a couple of indulgences — because some days just call for it. Get your snack on and sign up for a Costco membership here.
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Country Archer Provisions Beef Taco Mini Sticks
Savory, sugar-free, and packed with four grams of protein per serving, Country Archer Provisions Beef Taco Mini Sticks are made with grass-fed beef, and are the perfect lunchbox pick-me up for kids on the go. If your kids aren’t a fan of taco flavors, you can snag a bag of the original flavor at Costco instead.
Country Archer Provisions Beef Taco Mini Sticks
That’s It Mini Fruit Bars
Scanning through the ingredients while trying to pick out snacks for your kids can be a total chore, but with That’s It mini fruit bars, you don’t need to. That’s because each bar has just two ingredients! Each flavor has an apple base, and the variety pack includes strawberry, mango, and blueberry flavors, all made with just apples and those fruits.
That's It Mini Fruit Bars
MadeGood Granola Minis Variety Pack
Granola is a lot easier to eat in a convenient granola bite, so you don’t need a spoon. These MadeGood granola minis come in two tasty flavors kids will love, chocolate chip and mixed berry, and they’re nut-free, too.
MadeGood Granola Minis Variety Pack
Kirkland Signature Organic Fruit & Vegetable Pouches
A great snack to toss into the kids’ lunchboxes, this Kirkland Signature Organic Fruit & Vegetable Pouches variety pack includes two flavors: Apple Strawberry Spinach, and Apple Mango Yellow Carrot Peach. The pouches don’t contain any added sugar, and each one has about two grams of fiber. But most importantly, they’re delicious!
Kirkland Signature Organic Fruit & Vegetable Pouches
Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels Snack Bags
Sometimes all you need is some salty pretzels — by themselves or with dip they never disappoint. But seasoned pretzels are even better, and these 1 ounce bags of Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels were practically made for school snacks and lunches.
Dot's Homestyle Pretzels Snack Bags
Milano Cookies, Double Dark Chocolate
Chocolate lovers, take note: these Milano cookies have twice the chocolate of a traditional Milano. Kids will love dunking them in milk, and the grown-ups can steal a few packets to enjoy with their morning coffee.
Milano Cookies, Double Dark Chocolate
Nature Valley Sweet and Salty Granola Bar
On really busy days, it’s a big relief to have a few of these peanut Nature Valley Sweet and Salty Granola Bars in your pantry.
Nature Valley Sweet and Salty Granola Bar
Amara Organic Yogurt Smoothie Carrot Raspberry Melts
The Amara Organic Yogurt Smoothie Carrot Raspberry Melts allow parents to have nutrition and convenience. 4 bags come in each box and it is plant-based and dairy free. The best part? They are resealable packs.
Amara Organic Yogurt Smoothie Carrot Raspberry Melts
Nutella & GO! Hazelnut and Cocoa Spread With Breadsticks
Sometimes you (and the kids!) just need Nutella. We love these convenient Nutella snack packs that come with breadsticks for a sweet treat.
Nutella & GO! Hazelnut and Cocoa Spread With Breadsticks
Wonderful Pistachios
The Wonderful Pistachios variety pack comes with 24 packets. Pistachios are a source of antioxidants, protein, and fiber, which are so good for you and your mini me!
Wonderful Pistachios
Glico Pocky, Strawberry Cream Covered Biscuit Sticks
These Glico Pocky come in packs of ten, making them ideal for those looking for something light. The strawberry flavor is my particular favorite, but chocolate is also available—what a quick and wonderful snack!
Glico Pocky, Strawberry Cream Covered Biscuit Sticks
Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Crackers
Goldfish are a staple in any kid’s childhood, from eating it while watching TV to as a treat after lunch, almost everyone likes them. Made with 100% real cheddar, this box comes with 45 packs that can be taken on the go!
Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Crackers
Kirkland Signature Milk Chocolate Almonds
Everyone deserves a chocolatey treat every once in a while, and these Kirkland Signature milk chocolate-covered almonds are tasty as can be. Add them to your kid’s bento box for lunch, or keep them in the pantry so the whole fam can snack when the craving hits.
Kirkland Signature Milk Chocolate Almonds
Peanut Butter-Filled Pretzel Nuggets
When the kids (and, again, you) are craving a little sweet-and-salty mid-day treat, reach into this giant tub of Kirkland Signature peanut butter-filled pretzel nuggets.
Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets
Welch’s Fruit Snacks 90-count
Welch’s Fruit Snacks are a favorite for a reason. They have a perfect chewy yet soft (but never gooey or mushy) texture, and are made with real fruit. They do contain added sugar, but also pack in the Vitamins A, C, and E, and are a delicious sweet treat in moderation.
Welch's Fruit Snacks 90-count
Annie’s Homegrown Organic Fruit Snacks
Fruit snacks made with real fruit juice and in the shape of bunnies? Just toss ’em into your cart already.
Available in select stores
Skinny Pop Popcorn
You can’t go wrong with popcorn, which is a crunchy, satisfying whole-grain treat. Yum! These Skinny Pop mini bags are perfectly portioned for snacktime.
Skinny Pop Popcorn
Kirkland Signature Organic Applesauce
What kid doesn’t love getting their hands on a pouch of apple sauce? Pick up a 24-pack of no sugar added Kirkland Signature apple sauce pouches and save big on a staple.
Kirkland Signature Organic Applesauce
ParmCrisps Ranch Snack Mix
Here’s another protein-filled snack, and this one doesn’t even need to be refrigerated. This mix of ParmCrisps, cashews, almonds, and pistachios is the tastiest way to get your protein in, especialy with a dusting of ranch seasoning.
ParmCrisps Ranch Snack Mix
BelVita Breakfast Biscuit
These cinnamon brown sugar-flavored BelVita breakfast biscuits boast 19 grams of whole grain and they’re a good source of fiber — keeping the kids (and you) fuller for longer.
BelVita Breakfast Biscuit
Nature’s Bakery Fig Bar
These plant-based fig bars are beloved by kids and adults alike — and they don’t contain any high fructose corn syrup. Plus, this particular pack has three different flavors from which to choose: blueberry, raspberry, and original fig.
Nature's Bakery Fig Bar
Paradise Green Premium Dried Mango
Dried fruit is always a fun snack, because it’s sort of a cross between candy and fruit. This dried mango comes in a big resealable bag, and is a nutritious way to satisfy a craving for something sweet.
