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Costco Rolls Out Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae for Autumn
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New Autumn Dessert
Costco’s U.S. food courts have introduced a seasonal Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae. The dessert layers apple-pie filling and apple chunks at the bottom of a cup, adds Costco’s signature vanilla soft-serve ice cream, and tops the mixture with additional apple pieces and crunchy bits of cinnamon-sprinkled pie crust. It is listed at $2.99 and began appearing in warehouses during October.
Seasonal Rotation and Related Menu Changes
Costco typically rotates specialty sundae flavors each quarter to match the season. Past offerings have included Caramel Brownie, Double Chocolate Mint, Caramel Churro, Strawberry Shortcake and Vanilla Cookie Crunch. The apple-pie version follows the summer-time Strawberry Shortcake Sundae that launched in June. The rollout coincides with the return of the cinnamon-sugar churro, which the company’s chief financial officer announced on the September earnings call would be back in all U.S. food courts for a limited time starting in October after being replaced by a chocolate-chunk cookie in 2024.
Pricing and Composition
The sundae’s price of $2.99 positions it as an affordable treat alongside Costco’s permanent $1.50 hot-dog and drink combo. Its ingredients—apple-pie filling, apple chunks, vanilla soft-serve, and pie-crust pieces—are consistent across the reports, though nutrition details such as calories and sugar have not been disclosed. Availability varies by location; some warehouses have the sundae already, while others have not yet received it.
Shopper Reactions
Early social-media feedback has been largely positive. Reviewers described the sundae as “the bomb,” noting generous apple topping and a balance of soft, creamy, and tart flavors. A minority of commenters expressed disappointment over the absence of caramel sauce, suggesting it would improve the dessert.
Official Comments and Future Availability
The CFO’s statement about the churro’s return underscores Costco’s strategy of pairing a classic fall treat with a new seasonal dessert. The company has not announced an end date for the Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae, but past seasonal items typically remain on the menu for only a few weeks. Shoppers are advised to check with their local warehouse or monitor recent posts to confirm current availability.