It’s summer, which means your Costco cart should be full of fun treats.

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Inspired by the iconic theme park treat, this new variation combines guava and passionfruit for a creamy, tropical soft-serve-style experience. The bright flavors sound extra refreshing for hot days, especially after being outside for approximately five minutes in July humidity.

Summer is prime mocktail season, and I love having fun nonalcoholic drinks around for backyard hangs. Recess just entered Costco with an exclusive party pack that contains alcohol-free, adaptogen-filled versions of a paloma, cosmo, and margarita.

Summer grilling season officially starts the second this Kinder's seasoning pack lands in your cart. Whether you’re making burgers, chicken, ribs, or grilled vegetables, these blends — combined with Heinz’s returning picnic pack — make everything taste way more impressive with basically zero extra effort.

These protein bars are made with grass-fed whey and designed for grab-and-go snacking. They’ve got a chewy texture and dessert-inspired flavor (according to Reddit fans, they taste like a Butterfinger candy bar) that makes them feel more like a treat than a gym snack.

Love Almond Joy candy bars, but want something a bit healthier? Skinny Dipped has you covered with these new coconut-almond bites coated in dark chocolate.

A giant variety pack of chips is mandatory summer hosting material. Whether you’re having people over for World Cup viewing parties, heading to a picnic, or just feeding a group of hungry kids who just ate lunch 20 minutes ago, this selection featuring fun flavors like Argentinian-Style Steak with Chimichurri and French Onion Soup is guaranteed to disappear fast.

These tropical mango and passionfruit fruit squares boast a bright, tangy sweetness perfect for warm-weather snacking. They basically taste like summer in chewy candy form.

Do Olipop sodas have a permanent spot in your fridge? Then definitely make room for this variety pack, which is making an extended run at Costco. That makes total sense since the three flavors (Strawberry Vanilla, Raspberry Sherbet, and Shirley Temple) are perfect for summer sipping.

Think of these as a better-for-you Dunkaroo. The Kokada variety pack includes two combos: pretzels with the original caramel-like coconut spread or the chocolate-infused brownie coconut spread. 

Flaky croissants and pistachio filling are already an elite combo, but warming one up in the toaster oven and enjoying it with iced coffee on the side is peak summer breakfast energy.

GoodPop’s latest offering leans straight into the sour trend, but in popsicle form. Each box comes with three flavors — Melon, Green Apple, and Lemonade — that are all made with real fruit and a sour candy-like coating.

A Costco exclusive, these Mini Lobster Cakes from Luke's Lobster are the summer entertaining shortcut all seafood lovers need. The bite-sized cakes cook in no time in the oven or air fryer. Toss onto a platter with some lemon wedges, and you've got an impressive appetizer with minimal effort.

As if a freezer full of frozen treats isn’t enough, these limited-edition Lindt truffles are inspired by three iconic ice cream flavors: Neapolitan, Fudge Swirl, and Cookies and Cream.

If you’re looking for a party snack that’ll get people talking, look no further than these drumstick-shaped puffs with the same sweet-tangy taste of orange chicken.

My kids love DeeBee’s Freezie Pops (and I’ve been known to steal them for myself), so stocking up on this Costco pack of apple juice, strawberry lemonade, and fruit punch from the mom-founded brand is a no-brainer. Not only are these free of added sugar, but they also contain prebiotic fiber.

These bars from Tosi somehow manage to feel both wholesome and snacky at the same time. They’ve got that crunchy-salty-sweet situation going on that makes them perfect for tossing into your bar or keeping in the car for summer outings.

This feels like the ideal “I don’t want to cook but still need dinner” Costco find. It’s hearty enough for feeding a group but easy enough for nights when it’s too hot to spend any more time than necessary in the kitchen.

Protein snacks are a must during the travel season, and these New Primal rotisserie chicken sticks—newly available at all Texas Costco locations—are great for tossing in beach bags or carry-ons. No more buying overpriced airport snacks.

The ultimate snack box situation, courtesy of the one and only Snoop Dogg. The Rap Snacks variety pack includes three styles of kettle-cooked chips that are as bold as the rapper himself: Sour Cream Cheddar and Ranch, Maple BBQ, and the All In (a blend of salt and vinegar, cheddar, BBQ, onion, and garlic).

Häagen-Dazs has finally jumped on the Dubai chocolate trend, just in time for all your outdoor cookout needs. The brand’s take on the viral trend features its signature mini bars, made with pistachio ice cream enrobed in milk chocolate, and crispy kataifi pieces.

True Story's organic hot dogs are made with 100% grass-fed beef and seasoned with a simple blend of spices. They have a clean ingredient list, free of added nitrates or nitrites, so you'll feel good about tossing them on the grill.

Calling all Fallout fans: Jones Soda Co. just launched a follow-up to its super-popular collab with the video-game-turned-TV-show that features a trio of new sips. Not only does the case come with a dozen bottles of Nuka-Cola Orange, Nuka-Cola Victory, and Nuka-Cherry, but it also contains a Vault-Tec magnetic bottle opener.

If you live in Texas or the Southeast, make sure to keep an eye out for Ithaca’s new Olive Oil Sea Salt flavor. Set out a tub with pita chips, veggies, or crackers, and you’re immediately ready for last-minute gatherings. Those of us in the Northeast and Northwest can continue to grab the Spicy Jalapeño Lime Hummus.

Tart lemonade combined with creamy coconut milk sounds equal parts refreshing and dessert-like. Think of this new Vita Coco drink like a sippable lemon sorbet that’s delicious all on its own, but would also make a very good base for a rum-based cocktail.

Burger sauce season is here, and Chosen Foods just dropped its version at Costco stores in the Southeast, Texas, and San Diego. Whether you’re grilling smash burgers or using it as a dipping sauce for fries, this is the flavor upgrade your summer cooking needs.

Cold coffee becomes essential survival equipment as the temps start rising, and this grab-and-go mocha cappuccino from Bolthouse Farms is ideal for busy mornings. It’s a blend of Arabica coffee, chocolate, and creamy milk that comes out to just over two bucks a bottle, aka way cheaper than a coffee shop run.

Made with a blend of seed and cassava flours and seasoned with garlic, herbs, and savory spices, these Simple Mills crackers have a light crunch that pairs perfectly with everything from hummus and cheese boards to summer dips and spreads.

If you have kids, you know how quickly they can go through fruit pouches, so it’s a good idea to stock up on these organic blends from Jennifer Garner’s baby food company in bulk.

Sweet-and-salty is an undefeated flavor combo. These sound perfect for bringing to a cookout, packing for picnics, or eating directly over the kitchen sink at midnight.

Take your morning acai bowl on the go with Sambazon’s newest juice. Each bottle is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, plus a tart, tropical passionfruit flavor.

Lazy summer meals have found their match. Honey Smoked Fish Co.'s salmon requires zero prep. Just pop it out of the package and enjoy the honey-smoked fish on toast, over salads, tucked into tacos... You get the idea.