The Only Giant Costco Snack Worth Buying

The saying goes "like peanut butter and jelly," but I'd argue the real perfect pair is peanut butter and pretzels, especially when it comes to the Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets. In my house, they disappear faster than a bag of Halloween candy.

They may come in an industrial-sized tub (presumably meant for parties), but not in my house. We've been known to knock out a whole container during a single movie night.

And if I'm hosting? The only question anyone ever asks is, "Where are the peanut butter pretzels?" They've become the snack everyone expects to see, right alongside drinks and napkins. At this point, not putting them out just isn't an option.

Why I Love the Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets

If you haven't tried Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets before, let me paint a picture: The outside is a crisp, shattery pretzel, coated in studs of salt, while the inside is full of thick peanut butter. The pretzels are delicious with something fizzy, such as a Diet Coke or a cold beer, to cut through the saltiness.

What truly sets them apart is that the peanut butter is made with Valencia peanuts, a slightly sweeter, more flavorful variety than the more commonly used Runner peanuts. Valencia peanuts bring a richness with the crisp, golden-brown pretzel shell.

The center is dense and creamy; thick, but not too thick. The contrast is what makes them so craveable.

How To Enjoy Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets

Peanut butter pretzels make a great dessert. Dunk them in melted chocolate or crumble them on top of vanilla ice cream. Don't say I didn't warn you. Are you more of a savory snacker? Try them with honey mustard for a classic combo, or sriracha mayo for a spicy, creamy kick.

They're also great in an elevated trail mix, toss them with roasted nuts, dried cherries, and dark chocolate chunks for a perfect salty-sweet combo.

At just under $12 for a massive 55-ounce jar, they're one of the best snack deals around. Whether you're snacking solo, feeding a crowd, or just trying to make it to dinner without losing steam, these pretzels always deliver. They're crunchy, salty, peanut buttery and somehow greater than the sum of their parts. Just don't be surprised when they're gone before you know it.

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