The Best Chocolate-Covered Treat At Costco Outshines Tru Fru And Hershey's

Costco certainly has no shortage of chocolate-covered snacks, from the fruit-forward Tru Fru to Hershey's clusters and classic chocolate-covered nuts. But a certain new arrival in the freezer aisle has made a particularly strong case for the top spot: Häagen-Dazs Dubai Style Chocolate Mini Ice Cream Bars. They recently earned the number one ranking in our list of five chocolate-covered treats to buy from Costco, and it's easy to see why after trying one. The Costco-exclusive treats combine pistachio ice cream, milk chocolate, and crunchy toasted kataifi, all wrapped up in a mini package. 

The appeal starts with the texture. Toasted kataifi is a shredded pastry associated with the viral Dubai-style chocolate, and it gives the creamy ice cream a delicate crunch. Inside the shell is pistachio ice cream, which adds a nutty flavor beneath the sweetness of the chocolate. Our writer particularly liked the contrast between the crispy kataifi, thin chocolate covering, and lightly flavored ice cream.

The mini format is no doubt what makes these such a compelling Costco treat. The box contains 20 individually wrapped bars, and their relatively small size makes their richness a treat, rather than overwhelming. Online shoppers are also enthusiastic, although some admit they're tired of the overall Dubai chocolate bar viral trend. One Redditor complains, "This trend needs to end," while another responds that "it's very good though." 

Despite the dissenters, this Häagen-Dazs bar has an advantage over the simpler chocolate-covered snacks: it packs a lot of flavor and texture. Instead of just pairing chocolate with a fruit or nut, the ice cream powerhouse combined creamy, crunchy, salty-sweet, and nutty elements all in one three-bite package. This makes it feel more like a composed dessert, rather than a Costco snack you'd bring to an office party. If you're still not sold, there are a few other Häagen-Dazs mini bars at the big box store, including a cookie crumble, peppermint bark, and the classic vanilla milk chocolate almond, which we also included in our ranking of Costco's frozen desserts and ice cream. 

Costco has been carrying the Häagen-Dazs ice cream brand for a few years now, alongside its seasonal and limited-edition varieties. Unfortunately, without a Costco membership, you won't be able to try the Dubai or the peppermint bark mini bars, as both are exclusive to the store. Nevertheless, at around $15 for 20 bars, we still think it's a pretty accessible way to try the Dubai chocolate craze without having to seek out a specialty chocolate bar. If you're willing to make a little room in your freezer or befriend a Costco member, these pistachio bars are a strong contender for one of the superstore's most unique chocolatey options.