Campfire season just got a warehouse-sized upgrade. Costco shoppers are freaking out over a 22-ounce tub of Taste of the South Fireside S’mores Dip for just $7.99 — and yes, that’s more than twice the size of the tubs you’ll find at other grocery stores. Let’s talk about why this is the sweetest deal in the fridge case.
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Here’s the math that has deal hunters sprinting to the refrigerated aisle. Costco’s 22-ounce tub runs $7.99. Over at Kroger, a 10-ounce tub of the same dip goes for $6.99, and H-E-B has a 10-ounce tub around $4.98. Do the per-ounce math and Costco comes in at roughly 36 cents an ounce, while Kroger’s is about 70 cents. That’s nearly half price for the same s’mores-y goodness.
“Oh this looks amazingly delicious!!” — one Costco fan reacting to the giant tub, as reported by The Takeout
Another shopper who took a tub home said they “picked this up a couple of days ago” and highly recommend it. We’re not surprised.
What’s Actually Inside?
Think of it as a no-bake dessert dream: a creamy blend of cream cheese and whipped cream loaded with chocolate chips and mini marshmallows. One heads-up from the reviews — there are no graham crackers in the tub, so you’ll want to grab your own dippers. That’s a feature, not a bug, because it means you get to pick the party.
Dunkers That Make It Even Better
Graham crackers are the obvious move, but don’t stop there. Apple slices, pretzels, and cookies all make killer scoopers. Since you’re getting a jumbo tub, here are a few ways to stretch it: spread it over brownies or pumpkin bread, use it as a no-bake pie filling, drizzle it over ice cream, or use it as an instant frosting for cupcakes. Got too much? Portion it into small containers and freeze it for later.
Pair It With Your Fall Costco Haul
Building a fall dessert spread on a budget? Start with our take on the Costco pumpkin bar cake everyone is swarming the bakery for, then add the dip for the ultimate dessert table. If you’re also a s’mores fan, see what shoppers said in our Trader Joe’s s’mores bars verdict. And with candy costs climbing, our guide to beating Halloween candy price hikes will help the rest of your sweet budget.
Grab It Before It’s Gone
New Costco items can be here today and gone tomorrow, and availability varies by warehouse. Check the refrigerated dips and desserts section next to the party trays on your next run, snag a box of graham crackers, and thank us later. Spotted it at your store? Tell us in the comments — we want to hear how fast it disappeared!
Photo credits: Image: The Takeout. Prices reflect reports at time of writing and may vary by location.
