Since It's Thursday

There are Costco finds… and then there are Costco finds.

On my latest warehouse run, I spotted a bright green bag that practically screamed my name: Copper Kettle Candy Co. Dark Chocolate Pistachio Caramel Clusters. With pistachio-flavored desserts having a major moment right now—from viral Dubai chocolate-inspired treats to pistachio lattes—I knew these had to come home with me.

What Are They?

These clusters are exactly what every sweet-and-salty lover dreams about:

• Rich dark chocolate
• Roasted and salted pistachios
• Buttery kettle-cooked caramel

Each cluster is generously coated with crunchy pistachios and drizzled with dark chocolate, giving you multiple textures in every bite. The 16-ounce resealable bag makes them easy to snack on—although “resealable” only works if you have enough self-control to stop after one handful. Costco lists the clusters as featuring dark chocolate, roasted salted pistachios, and kettle-cooked caramel.

My Review

Taste: ★★★★★

The first thing you notice is the richness of the dark chocolate. It’s not overly bitter, which allows the caramel to shine without becoming overwhelmingly sweet.

The caramel is soft and buttery, while the pistachios add the perfect salty crunch. Together, the flavors create that addictive sweet-and-savory combination that keeps you reaching back into the bag.

As someone who loves pistachio desserts, these immediately earned a spot on my list of favorite Costco snacks.

Why Everyone Is Obsessed

Pistachios have become one of the biggest food trends over the past year, and Costco seems to be leaning into it with exclusive snacks like these. Online, shoppers have called these clusters “the best thing from the sweets section” and joked that they’re impossible to stop eating once the bag is open.

After trying them myself… I understand the hype.

Ways I’d Enjoy Them

These clusters are delicious straight from the bag, but they’re also perfect for:

• Adding to a dessert charcuterie board
• Chopping over vanilla ice cream
• Pairing with an espresso or cappuccino
• Serving with after-dinner coffee when guests come over
• Freezing for an extra-crunchy chocolate treat

Would I Buy Them Again?

Absolutely.

If you’re a fan of dark chocolate, caramel, or pistachios, this is one of those Costco purchases you’ll probably wish you’d grabbed two bags of.

Just don’t blame me when you realize the bag is suddenly empty.

Final Verdict

Overall Rating: 9.5/10

Pros

• Rich dark chocolate
• Plenty of roasted pistachios
• Perfect balance of sweet and salty
• Great value for the size

Cons

• Extremely addictive
• May disappear faster than expected

Since It’s Thursday Tip

If you spot these at Costco, don’t spend too much time debating. Seasonal snacks have a habit of disappearing quickly, and this is one I’d definitely stock up on before it’s gone.

Have you tried Costco’s Pistachio Caramel Clusters? Let me know if you’re team dark chocolate or if you’d love to see a milk chocolate version next!