Costco Shoppers Rate This Bakery Treat A ‘0/5 Stars’ — But Not For The Reasons You Think

If you haven’t had a chance to try Costco’s Blueberry Caramelized Cheesecake Croissants yet, you might want to skip them. This recent Costco arrival is shocking shoppers — so much so they’re actively avoiding it at their local warehouses. 

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But they aren’t avoiding this dessert-like croissant because the Costco baked treat is terrible-tasting or poor quality. Rather, it’s because this sweet item is so delicious that those who’ve tried it can’t help themselves from eating the entire container in the span of a single day (or two, if they’ve got some level of restraint).

Costco Shoppers Can’t Stop Eating the Blueberry Caramelized Cheesecake Croissants

Costco’s Blueberry Caramelized Cheesecake Croissants are one seriously decadent take on your typical croissant. They feature the very same flaky pastry as a basic croissant, but they’re upgraded with a filling that’s as rich, creamy, and sweet-tasting as a slice of blueberry cheesecake. 

Oh, and that’s not all. It’s finished with sugar for a caramelized base that adds a final sweet touch and a little crunch, particularly when you crisp the croissant up in the air fryer. The end result, as one shopper described it, is a croissant that’s “crisp and flaky” with cheesecake-inspired filling that’s “perfectly creamy with just the right amount of sweetness,” plus blueberries that are simply “delightful.”

While that sounds absolutely incredible (I mean, who wouldn’t want cheesecake for breakfast?), shoppers have found it presents a unique problem. These croissants are so good that it can be impossible to ignore them while they’re sitting in your kitchen.

Just turn to Reddit users who’ve tried — and failed — to resist the croissants’ pull. “They’re a 0/5 for me because all of them disappear into my stomach in about two hours,” one commenter said. 

Another noted that it’s been “4 months and counting since I’ve abstained,” while others tried to limit their portion size, saying, “[I] had to stop buying these — couldn’t stop myself from eating a quarter of one every time I went downstairs.”

The Trick? Try the Freezer (and Air Fryer)

If you’re daring enough to bring these cheesecake-filled croissants home with you from Costco, there is one trick shoppers recommend trying to prevent yourself from eating them all immediately. Put them in the freezer, where they’ll stay fresh for longer and out of sight. 

An added bonus? They not only “freeze fine,” according to those who’ve tried this trick, but also have to be heated up before they can be eaten. So, that’s an extra little obstacle in your path — which will help you enjoy them a little more slowly, if you’re so inclined.

And when it’s time to snack on one, Reddit users suggest freezing them in halves to extend the six-pack into more meals or snacks. Then, pop them into the air fryer to heat them up and crisp that sugared, caramelized base. For an extra decadent treat, add a scoop of ice cream and turn it into dessert.

Now, there’s just one problem left to solve: We’ve heard that a lemon version of the Blueberry Caramelized Cheesecake Croissants just arrived at Costco. And if it’s as good as the current version, it’s going to be another tough baked good to purchase if you’re hoping to practice restraint.