The 60-Cent Costco Find I Always Keep in My Bag

In a world of full-meal eaters and grazers, I’m firmly in the latter camp, which means I often get hangry... and fast. That’s why I like to keep snacks on hand at all times: in my bag, the seat backs of my car, even in the drawers of my desk for those never-ending on-camera meetings.

On my ongoing quest for the perfect snack (not too loud, not too messy, not too sugary), I discovered Kirkland Signature Nut Bars at Costco. Made with almonds, cashews, and peanuts, and finished with just a drizzle of chocolate, they somehow check every box, even for my picky snack cravings.

They’re everything I want in a snack: portable, satisfying, and not too sweet. Unlike grain- or fruit-only bars, the nuts give me that little energy boost I need to keep going. And at just 60 cents a bar, they’re a no-brainer must-buy.

Why I Love Kirkland Signature Nut Bars

These bars check every box for me when it comes to on-the-go snacking. For starters, they’re discreet. Whether it’s that mid-meeting tummy grumble or the painfully quiet wait at the doctor’s office, there’s nothing worse, in my opinion, than loudly crunching through a snack that announces itself before you do.

They don’t make a mess either, unlike a banana or granola bar that crumbles everywhere and leaves sticky fingers with nowhere to wipe. And these are completely scent-free, so you never have to worry about pungent smells. I’ve never once felt self-conscious pulling one out on public transit or during a midday lull at a conference.

The nut mix keeps me full longer than other bars, and the drizzle of chocolate gives just the right amount of sweetness to make them craveable, not cloying.

Best of all, they’re practically indestructible. I can toss one into the bottom of my bottomless purse and forget about it until I need it weeks (or even months) later. No melting, no crumbling, no weird smells. Just reliable, satisfying fuel when I need it most.

Pro tip: Never skip reading any product review section! That’s where I found this genius trick: Stash the bars in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes. They taste just like an Almond Roca, a total upgrade to these already delicious bars.

Eat them straight from the freezer for a cool, crunchy snack, or crumble one over vanilla ice cream for a nutty topping. It’s like your emergency purse snack went full dessert mode.

If you’ve ever found yourself hangry and snack-less at 3 p.m., consider this your sign: Grab the Kirkland nut bars. Your future self will thank you.

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