While many people know and love Costco for its gigantic selection and one-of-a-kind deals,
one thing it isn’t known for is its frozen yogurt.
From company secrets to little flavor hacks, here are 10 Untold Truths About Costco’s
Frozen Yogurt that are almost as good as their free samples.
DIY Chocolate Flavor
Easily one of America’s favorite flavors, you might assume that chocolate frozen yogurt
would be a hit at Costco.
Unfortunately, this wasn’t the case, and the chocolate flavor was recently removed
from the menu, along with a few other items.
Luckily, there are a few ways to get around this by carefully placing your order and becoming
a fro-yo hacker extraordinaire - and it only takes a few quick steps.
To start, order Costco’s cold brew mocha freeze with premium chocolate on your plain
frozen yogurt.
They might look at you strange, but just go with it; it will totally be worth it after
your sweet tooth's been satisfied.
The mocha freeze is made with cold brew coffee, Columbian beans, and premium chocolate, which
almost trumps any other chocolate wannabes that might have otherwise been on the menu.
But this isn’t the only way to achieve some chocolatey goodness - you also have the option
to just add a chocolate drizzle to a vanilla frozen yogurt, which achieves almost the same
results.
It’s not actually listed on the menu, but so many people do it, it may as well be.
Since their chocolate-flavored sauces are some of their more expensive add-ons, some
employees might be hesitant to oblige, but if you’re kind enough when asking, they
might just be the chocolate fro-yo fairy godmother you needed.
BYOT fro-yo
If none of the flavors of frozen yogurt at Costco appeal to you, don’t you worry.
There’s one more little trick that can help you reach the zenith of fro-yo skill.
If you’ve ever wished that a restaurant carried exactly the toppings you wanted, this
is a hack you’ll want to hear.
When you order a plain vanilla frozen yogurt at Costco, you have the option to just bring
your own toppings to the store and sprinkle away!
A little known hack used by frequent Costco-goers, this can save you those extra couple of cents
if you’re looking to stick to a budget while perusing the food court; plus, you can bring
whatever you want and customize your own perfect frozen treat.
But if you feel like it’s too much of a shady trick to play, there’s also the option
to take a look at some of the great toppers available to purchase right at the store.
That way, it’s like you’re paying for the yogurt and the toppings all in the same
place but with a crafty, DIY feeling.
As another bonus, you can buy these in bulk right there at Costco and season all your
yogurts with your chosen additions from then on.
Long live the Costco fro-yo.
A Fro-yo And A Churro
After years and years of customers creating this masterpiece on their own, Costco finally
added this special item to their official menu.
It legitimized the awesomeness of the combination: a fro-yo and a churro.
For those who didn't know about this before, the official DIY recipe was to order a vanilla
fro-yo and a churro separately and to combine the two by dipping the churro in the yogurt.
But for ease of access, customers can now order the two together for just one dollar
extra and enjoy a snack that frequent Costco-goers already love.
Marketed at only $2.35, the crunchy, fried outside of the churro makes for great dipping
material, while the sugar and cinnamon add a bit of flavor to the vanilla frozen yogurt.
It makes for an excellent snack after you shop.
Both items are also available separately, but who would want to pull apart this perfectly
suited couple?
According to Costco experts, the best time of day to order a Churro fro-yo is around
lunchtime, as this is when most of the rush happens.
If there’s a line out the door, it means churros are being made fresh instead of simply
being heated up, because who wants a lukewarm churro?
Waiting for the right time to go also makes the extra dollar worth your while.
A Hint Of Acai
For those who are still missing the dual flavored chocolate and vanilla swirl, here is an interesting
and tasty alternative that will surely satisfy your fro-yo cravings.
This aesthetically pleasing dual-colored scoop comes from the Acai and Vanilla frozen yogurt.
Sitting pretty on Costco’s health-conscious menu, this Acai blend tastes amazing with
the sweet Vanilla flavor and notes of tangy berry with every bite.
And although the Acai flavor comes as regular soft-serve fro-yo, it’s not without the
original health benefits that accompany the amazing fruit.
It’s no wonder the chocolate flavor was removed from the menu to make room for this
awesome treat - some customers might even enjoy the Acai better!
As a common superfood included in many general wellness products, health nuts and Costco
regulars will definitely go wild for this flavor.
It’s always a good feeling when healthy foods look and taste amazing while also boosting
your immune system.
Reviews of this flavor have only been positive.
One Costco customer said that the acai sorbet was tangy and sweet and perfectly balanced
with the vanilla.
It truly is a versatile snack.
Hole-y Fro-yo
Have you ever noticed that there’s always a hole in the center of the frozen yogurt
at Costco?
Have you felt the disappointment - being able to see the very bottom of the cup because
you were expecting to get a full serving of amazing soft serve?
Well, apparently, there’s a reason for this, and it has to do with the fro-yo aesthetic.
Each frozen yogurt is priced by weight, and each one is meant to be exactly 12 ounces.
The only problem is, when you fill a Costco cup with 12 ounces worth of yogurt, it doesn’t
exactly look full.
So, employees are trained to create a hole in the center of the cup in order to make
it look fuller than it is.
But don’t worry, they’re not skimping on the content.
You’re still paying the right amount for what you get: it’s only the look that is
affected by this technique.
But who can really blame Costco for wanting their fro-yo cups to look fuller than they
are?
In the wild feeding ground of the food court, how the food looks is everything, and if it’s
not technically breaking any rules, then who are we to complain.
The hole in the center can also be a helpful addition when you’re shopping, as any melting
yogurt will just drip into the center of the cup rather than down the sides.
So, there you go.
A bright side to every situation and a feat of engineering Costco didn’t even know they
created.
Very Berry
The Vanilla fro-yo isn’t the only flavor you can add a churro to.
Next time you’re in Costco, consider dropping by the food court to try out the Very Berry
yogurt with a side of a churro.
This is a great combination if you still want the thrill of living the DIY life, as unlike
the Vanilla and churro combo, the Very Berry comes on its own.
All you have to do to achieve this great snack is to order both the Very Berry yogurt and
a churro separately.
Then, like the vanilla combo, stick the churro in the fro-yo and enjoy.
If you thought the original was a great tasting snack, this one would literally blow your
mind.
Infused with fresh, sweet berries, the Very Berry yogurt offers an extra bit of sweetness
and flavor to the otherwise plain vanilla.
Reviews have also cited it being like a mini strawberry shortcake, which truly sounds amazing.
The churro's cinnamon and sugar also add another layer of flavor to the snack, making it one
of the best Costco menu combinations available to create on your own.
And, since there’s a handy little space in the middle of the yogurt, it’s a great
spot to house your churro while you enjoy the taste of berries and vanilla.
Reports from people who have tried this combination have also said that it can feed up to three
people - these people have obviously never met my friends.
So next time you’re looking for a shareable treat for you and your shopping buddies, head
over to the cafeteria to mix and match.
Skip the Lines
As many frequent Costco shoppers know, the lines at the store can be very long to say
the least.
Customers have tried to beat the rush by doing their shopping earlier or later in their day,
but nothing seems to really lessen the craziness that can erupt in store when the food court
is open.
So, if you’ve ever wanted a hack to help skip the lines for food, here’s a bit of
intel you’ll want to hear.
Walking around Costco can be tiring, so by the end of your trip, you’ll definitely
want to have a little snack, but don’t head there right away with all your unpurchased
merchandise.
First, head to the regular checkout to pay for your items.
While you’re there, you can order your frozen yogurt right at the cash without standing
in line at the food court for eons.
Then, you can walk over to the frozen yogurt line and waltz by all smug with your receipt
in hand, straight to the pick-up section, where the line is almost definitely shorter.
You may still have to wait a bit for your yogurt to come through, but at least you won’t
have to wait to order.
Plus, you’ve already paid for your shopping as well, so you can walk out of the store
with a fresh frozen yogurt without it melting all over you.
Everyone who has ever spent time waiting around in line must be clenching their fists in frustration.
Who knew there was such an easy fix to this issue?
Now everyone can shop like a pro.
Color Differences
As consumers, we’ve gotten used to the idea that nothing really looks exactly like it
does in the ads.
Food especially, is one of the commodities that are heavily edited and visually embellished
when being marketed to the masses to make it seem more appealing.
But when we have it in front of us, it doesn’t always hold up to the same standards.
In this case, it’s the color of the vanilla frozen yogurt at Costco.
Every ad for the treat showcases a perfectly white and fluffy looking soft serve with a
perfect twist and curl at the top.
The real thing, especially at rush hour, looks nothing like this imagined version but tastes
just fine.
Customers have noticed that the coloring of the vanilla fro-yo, in particular, can be
a little yellow sometimes, prompting questions about different varieties of the flavor or
storing issues.
But none of these concerns are necessary, as the company has explained the difference.
According to employees, the yogurt sits out to thaw before being placed in the serving
machine, which creates those perfect spirals.
If it’s put in too early, the consistency can suffer and cause air bubbles to form,
making the end product a little fluffier than intended.
This also changes the color of the yogurt, turning it from bright white to a shade of
yellow.
Both versions of the yogurt are perfectly safe to eat, it’s just the thawing process
that can differ.
Some customers even prefer the more concentrated version!
Acai Bowls
Marketed as a separate product from the Acai and vanilla swirl, this frozen yogurt bowl
is meant for vegan and vegetarian customers and is also a part of the newer health menu
at Costco.
And while its sister product is a delicious soft-serve fro-yo like the rest of the menu's
products, this Acai bowl is not.
You might think that this item would be as much a staple as the other Acai flavored treat,
but unfortunately, it wasn’t as much of a hit.
Customers have reported it being almost too sweet for their liking, and it’s no wonder
since the bowl contains about 30 grams of sugar which seems like a lot for a health-conscious
item.
Consumers have also reported that it is way too chemical tasting which begs the question
of whether it is really made from natural ingredients or not.
What would be the point of having a healthy menu if it didn’t deliver what it set out
to?
After trying the Acai Bowl, many customers said they would not spend the money on it
again.
Unfortunate but true, this Acai treat isn’t one of the best.
Thankfully, the vanilla and Acai blend is a great treat to fall back on if you’re
really hankering for that tangy flavor.
Root Beer Float Anyone?
Another little known secret about Costco’s frozen yogurt - the possibility of making
a genuine root beer float out of a few items available right in the store.
Like the chocolate flavor, this engineering feat can be created by combining two other
Costco products: Vanilla frozen yogurt and root beer.
Once you’ve ordered your plain fro-yo, order an empty soda cup and head over to the soda
station where you can fill the cup up about three-quarters of the way with root beer.
From there, it’s simple.
Spoon as much of the yogurt into the drink and top it all off with a couple more pumps
of root beer, and you’re all set.
You’ve now created a genuine float at a super low cost.
And if you’re feeling in the mood for a second snack after that, you can also turn
the rest of the frozen yogurt into another float by pumping more soda into the original
container.
Two floats for the price of one - could it get any better?
I don't think so!
You can also do this with any other soda of your liking and make it a creamsicle float
or a traditional Coke float.
There’s no end to the creativity when you have the whole soda bar at your disposal!
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