Make Costco Croissants Taste Just-Made With One Easy Step

It's no secret that Costco carries virtually everything a household needs, but the company's in-house bakery is behind some of the store's most popular offerings. From extra-gooey cinnamon rolls to the cheap (and massive) signature pumpkin pie, Costco's bakery items are nothing to scoff at — and the company's croissants are no exception.

Not many baked goods can compare to a flaky, buttery croissant. Whether served on its own or with a sweet fruit jam, the French pastry is a reliably comforting way to start the day or end a tough one on a good note. Card-carrying Costco members can easily get their hands on a dozen (or even more, using a special tip for buying Kirkland baked goods in bulk). The wholesaler bakes buttery croissants fresh daily and sells them for a surprisingly low price. At only 50 cents each, it's hard to resist an inexpensive pastry that tastes rich. The rich snack is sure to keep you smiling throughout the week.

Once purchased, the only dilemma is figuring out how to finish so many croissants before they go bad. Naturally, you'll want them all to stay as flaky and fluffy as possible throughout the week. The good news is that it's super simple to revive Costco croissants so they taste practically fresh-baked. Luckily, this easy fix doesn't require any special tools or professional kitchen experience. In fact, all you really need to do is reheat them.

Many customers feel that Costco's croissants hold their own when compared to a local bakery's take on the French pastry. However, the baked goods can become a bit dull after sitting in a plastic container. To bring a Costco croissant back to its best form, turn to the oven (or air fryer). Preheat the appliance to 325 degrees Fahrenheit, then reheat the croissant for about five minutes. Once done, you'll have a toasty, flaky pastry that's soft enough to easily tear into yet firm enough for a sandwich.

If 12 croissants are too many to finish within a few days, store them in the freezer. Put each croissant in a sealable plastic bag for maximum freshness. You can follow the same steps for reheating, adding a couple of extra minutes in the oven.

Not sure how to enjoy the croissants in different ways? Besides being delicious on their own, the buttery pastries are irresistibly decadent when dipped into coffee or hot chocolate. For an extra-sweet touch, prepare a poor man's pain au chocolat by putting chocolate chips or Nutella inside the croissant before reheating it. Slice a toasted croissant in half for a ham-and-cheese sandwich; the bread-like pastry also makes one of the best egg salad sandwiches. With just a little heat from the oven, the options for improving and enjoying Costco croissants is practically endless.