The 7 Best Sale Items at Costco in April

Whether you’re a dedicated Costco shopper or a curious rookie, it’s always wise to enter your next bulk shopping experience with the sales flyer in hand. After all, Costco can be a bit of an overwhelming experience—with towers of shelves looming overhead and what feels like acres of good deals spread before you, it’s pretty easy to forget what you actually came into the store looking for. 

This month, Costco is running all kinds of exciting sales, including discounts on ground, whole bean and Keurig-ready coffees, plus $100 off KitchenAid stand mixers. We’ve rounded up some of the deals we’re most excited to shop, from irresistible snack options to fun drinks. With these seven items on your list, you’re definitely coming out ahead on your next grocery run.

1. Sensible Portions Veggie Straws

Everybody has that crunchy, savory snack they love to keep tucked into the pantry or stowed in a desk drawer for easy access—since these veggie straws come in tidy single-serving bags, they make a great option for midday munching. Right now, you can snag a 42-pack of 1-ounce veggie straw bags at $5 off the typical price at your local Costco. While we wouldn’t recommend veggie straws as an alternative to potato chips—if you’re wanting potato chips, you’re better off satisfying that craving—veggie straws aren’t a bad option if you’re interested in a salty snack.

2. Siete Grain-Free Tortilla Chips

These chips are great for folks who love snacking on chips and salsa, but want to avoid gluten and dairy. (They’re also a good option to keep on hand in case you have pals with dietary restrictions stop by for a quick bite.) If you snag a bag for $2.40 off its list price, we’d recommend pairing a handful of chips with fun recipes like our Roasted Tomatillo Salsa or Cauliflower-Jalapeño Dip. And while some chips can be a little high in sodium for folks who aim for a heart-healthy diet, Siete does offer salt-free chips that you can keep your eyes peeled for.

3. Nature Valley Biscuits with Almond Butter

For those days when you have no time to put together a quick breakfast or snack, these Nature Valley biscuits are a fun option that you can grab and go. The creamy layer of almond butter in these sandwiches gives them a tad more staying power, as do the whole grains in each serving. With 3 grams of fiber and 3 grams of protein in each biscuit, they’re a solid mid-afternoon snack option, too. Just pair one with a crunchy apple for a little more fiber, or with a small yogurt for a kick of protein. Best of all, you can grab a box of 30 at Costco this month at $4.80 off.

4. Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars

If you’re nostalgic for the days of snacking on Fruit by the Foot, these little fruit bars might be the pantry snack you need. Each little bar is made with fruit juices and purées, so flavors like raspberry lemonade, strawberry-banana and pineapple-passionfruit have a zip of fresh flavor. In April, you can grab a variety pack of 28 bars at $4 off the list price, giving you more than enough bars to take along on a hike, covertly sneak into a movie theater or just enjoy between work meetings.

5. Rao’s Homemade Marinara Sauce

While making marinara sauce at home can be a fun, healthy cooking project—we’re especially fond of this slow-cooker version—sometimes you just want a simple dinner that comes together with the help of some canned pasta sauce. And if you’re shopping for jarred marinara, Rao’s is definitely the brand to buy. (We named it best overall in terms of flavor and nutrition in our last pasta sauce taste test—and that’s out of the 50 sauces tasted!) If pasta sauce is a staple in your kitchen, you might want to snag Costco’s 2-pack of 28-ounce Rao’s jars while they’re $3 off this month. Then you can use that luscious, irresistible sauce as the starter to your next simple meal of whole-wheat pasta, sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan or parsley. You could even use it to kick off many of our favorite weeknight recipes—here are just a few to get you inspired. 

6. Vita Coco Coconut Water

Whether you want a fun beverage to reach for in the middle of the day or want a workout recovery drink without lots of added sugar, coconut water might just be the perfect option for you. It’s no secret that coconut water is electrolyte-packed and deliciously hydrating, making it a nice alternative to sipping on water. And this month, you can get $5.50 off your purchase of an 18-pack of Vita Coco bottles. If, by chance, you get out of your coconut water drinking habit, you can also use spare bottles on fun recipes, like our Coconut Margarita, Vietnamese-Style Coconut Brussels Sprouts or Pineapple-Grapefruit Detox Smoothie.

7. Good Foods Chunky Guacamole and Wholly Guacamole Bowls

If you need something to pair with those grain-free chips, zip over to the refrigerated dips section. This month, Costco is offering $4 off their 3-packs of Good Foods Organic Chunky Guacamole and classic style Wholly Guacamole. The Good Foods pack comes with three 10-ounce bowls, while the Wholly version offers three 15-ounce bowls—that means they’re both perfect for meal prepping, picnicking and just about any other snacking occasion. (We love keeping ready-made guacamole in our office fridge, especially when it’s paired with fresh veggies!) And whether you’re packing sandwiches and snacks in your kids’ lunchboxes or putting something together for your own work day munching, using this guac in recipes like our High-Fiber Guacamole Jar or Avocado, Tomato & Chicken Sandwich is sure to be a deliciously simple shortcut.