Reddit Says This Kirkland Sweet Treat Is Better Than Name Brands

In theory, name brands offer higher quality than store brands. However, this doesn't always play out in practice. According to Reddit, Kirkland ice cream bars give name brands like Häagen-Dazs a run for their money. The recipe is fairly simple: vanilla ice cream covered in a chocolate-flavored coating, sprinkled with roasted almonds. "They are so fantastic I've had to stop buying them," one user claimed. "I ate one a day for like 3 months straight ... The Häagen-Dazs ones are typically more expensive and taste worse in my opinion." Longtime Costco shoppers won't be surprised. Kirkland has some great dairy products; its whipped cream is surprisingly delicious. So, it stands to reason that its ice cream bars taste just as flavorful.

There is a downside, though. While the ice cream is great, some people are put off by the fake chocolate coating. Brands like Häagen-Dazs use real chocolate, giving them a richer taste for bona fide chocolate lovers. If you don't care either way, let the cost convince you. For a box of 18 ice cream bars, you'll pay $12.47. Costs do vary from region to region. Some Redditors claim that, in their area, it's $9.99 a box. Häagen-Dazs is a few dollars more, at $15.88.

While Kirkland's ice cream bars might be their crown jewel, don't let them distract you from the other goodies in the freezer aisle. Kirkland Super Premium Vanilla Ice Cream is similarly adored. This ice cream comes from a big brand name that is preservative-free and includes real vanilla as a key ingredient. Like all Costco products, you'll also get the most bang for your buck. Just ask Reddit. One user refers to half-gallons of Kirkland ice cream as the real deal, noting that name brands often falsely label three pints' worth as half-gallons. "You are getting 33% more ..." they said. Some people complain about the texture, but most agree that the price — $16.79 for a half gallon — is unbeatable. "It's not the best, but it's usually better than you expect for the price," one commenter admitted, saying they've come to trust the Kirkland brand.

Unfortunately, these two desserts are all the Kirkland brand has to offer as far as ice cream goes. However, Costco still offers up some yummy alternatives. Reddit can confirm that Costco cakes are worth every bite. Users say they've taken to ordering Costco cakes for weddings, birthdays, and pretty much every other occasion you can think of. They're just that good. "My parents got me the white sheet cake for my HS graduation almost 15 ish years ago," one commenter said. "My friends and I still talk about it. I now get the white sheet cake for every office party we have." 

Basically, whichever Kirkland dessert you go for, you'll be set. Try the ice cream bars first, though. Those are the best.