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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
I Tried Costco's Viral New Peaches And Cream Cake — Here's My Honest Take As A Former Bakery Worker
As someone who's spent time schlepping 50-pound bags of flour and wrestling with mixers the size of small children in professional bakeries, I'm not too proud to admit: I love a good Costco bakery moment. There's something about the unbeatable combo of price, portion size, and surprising quality that always gets me. So when I saw the new Peaches and Cream Bar Cake making its rounds on the internet and creating quite a buzz, I knew I had to run and try it for myself. After narrowly escaping several parking lot fender benders (what is it about Costco parking lots that turns everyone into a demolition derby driver?), I made it through the doors and power-walked to the back of the store like the woman on a mission I was. From a few aisles away, I spotted her: a glorious golden vision in the bakery cold case. There were dozens of identical cakes in the case. Painted a vibrant yellow on top, generously layered, and one was about to be mine. I was excited! At 16 inches long, this dessert is no joke — it barely fit in my fridge. (Pro tip: Make room before you shop.) While the cake doesn't come with storage instructions, I definitely recommend refrigerating it. The layers include a stabilized whipped cream that's prone to softening at room temperature, and in my opinion, it tastes best chilled anyway, especially on a hot day. Hey, you! Wanna cook 7,500+ recipes in step-by-step mode (with helpful videos) right from your phone? Download the free Tasty app right now. At $18.99, the Peaches and Cream Bar Cake clocks in at over two pounds and could easily feed a party of 20. This thing is not just big — it's layered. You get a soft, classic vanilla cake base, a lightly sweet whipped cream layer, and the star of the show: a peach jelly layer that adds a pop of bright, fruity flavor. The layers are so visually satisfying — perfectly even and clean — that you almost hesitate to dig in…almost. But one bite in, and you realize those precise layers aren't just pretty, they make every forkful balanced and delicious. The peach jelly reminded me of a French-style gelée, aka fancy jelly; the kind you find in elegant mousse cakes and entremets. It brought a surprisingly sophisticated texture and flavor that worked in balance with the cream and cake beautifully. When all three layers work together, something magically refreshing, perfectly sweet, and satisfyingly subtle happens. There's also something undeniably summery about this cake. Some of the criticism of it is how subtle the peach flavor is, but I have to disagree. I think the subtlety is what makes it the perfect summer treat. If it were too sweet or packed with fake peach flavor, I think the cake would lean too heavy. Instead, the bright peach flavor makes it feel like the dessert version of a lazy afternoon by the pool. Because it's not heavy or overly rich, it's perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Honestly, if summer had a signature cake, this might be it. I tried the cake that night after dinner, and let me tell you — it was a hit! My toddler asked for seconds (naturally), and when we served it again the next night for some friends and neighbors, everyone was satisfied. Our friend's son, Auggie, gave it a glowing 'very good' (truly hard to get praise like that from a 3-year-old), and my 20-month-old son didn't even pause to take a breath between bites — he just power-shoveled it into his mouth like he was in a peachy fever dream. Honestly, same. He gets it from his mama. Overall, whether you're bringing dessert to a summer BBQ or just want to treat yourself to something special without firing up the oven, Costco's Peaches and Cream Bar Cake delivers big time. It's bright, creamy, fruity, and just indulgent enough — all without breaking the bank. If you've been wondering if this viral treat is worth the fridge space (and the perilous parking lot journey), the answer is a resounding YES. Peach season has officially peaked! Let us know if you give this one a shot. For more peachy desserts, download the free Tasty app to browse and save some of our favorite recipes — no subscription required.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Costco Has a Brand-New Cake in the Bakery—and Customers Are Eating Half in One Day
Costco's bakery is full of showstoppers, with both seasonal specials and year-round favorites. And because of that, loyal fans always have a stake in what's going on behind the bakery counter, whether it's a muffin revamp or a new twist on a classic pastry. But nothing gets Costco fans talking quite like the cakes—and for good reason. Just look at the layers on the Caramel Tres Leches Bar Cake, stacked with caramel custard mousse. Or the White Chocolate Raspberry Round Cake that dropped last Christmas—you'd be lying if you said you didn't want a slice of that. Thanks to Costco's proven track record of delivering high-quality cakes, every new launch feels like a mini celebration. And the latest launch for summer is no exception. Costco just rolled out a brand-new layered bar cake featuring one of the trendiest flavors of summer: peaches and cream. Like other Costco bar cakes, this one looks like it belongs in a bakery display window. It's made with three layers of vanilla cake filled with whipped cream and a sweet peach jam between each layer. The top is finished with a delicate peach glaze and a sprinkle of white chocolate curls for a refined, elegant touch. And frankly, we're still trying to figure out how they manage to get those cut edges so clean. Shoppers who've tried the cake describe it as 'light and fluffy' and 'not too sweet'—just what you want in a summer dessert. 'The cake and whipped cream layers are so light on this one, and if you love peaches, you are going to love it,' shared Instagram creator @costcohotfinds. If you're anything like me, summer desserts always involve peaches in some way, whether it's grilled peaches with cream or a crispy peach cobbler topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This cake delivers those nostalgic flavors, but in a more elegant, stylish, and convenient format. It's easy to serve, easy to eat, and easy to love. 'I bought this yesterday and half is gone already,' one shopper said. 'That peach gives it a little sour punch. Great combined with the whipped cream.' The limited-time dessert is available now for $18.99. Even if Costco cakes aren't usually on your shopping list, this one definitely looks worthy of a spot in your cart—if not its own special trip. Read the original article on ALLRECIPES
