Costco’s 58‑Ounce Kirkland Pumpkin Pie Returns at $5.99, Fans Praise the Value
The oversized in‑store bakery pumpkin pie is back for autumn, underscoring Costco’s long‑standing strategy of low‑priced signature food items that draw shoppers.
Costco Wholesale’s jumbo Kirkland Signature Pumpkin Pie is back on store bakery shelves for the fall season, and shoppers have again noted the dessert’s large size and low price.
The pumpkin pie weighs 58 ounces — just under 3 pounds, 10 ounces — and is sold for $5.99, the same price it has carried for several years. The confection is made in Costco’s own bakery and has become a seasonal staple for members as pumpkin spice products appear earlier each year.
Reaction on social media and among shoppers has been largely positive, with many highlighting the pie as a strong value. One person said they had bought the pie and gave a slice to a 104‑year‑old neighbor, who was "excited." Another shopper posted, "Someone tell me how they can sell this for only $5.99? It is the best deal!!!" Several commenters noted they plan to freeze slices and defrost them as needed to manage the pie’s size.
Not all responses were enthusiastic about the portion size. Some shoppers said the 58‑ounce pie is difficult to finish for someone living alone and suggested either smaller options or single slices sold in the food court. One user wrote that "slices in the food court would be amazing." Others joked about resisting temptation but acknowledged the low price.
Costco has long maintained low, stable prices on a handful of bakery and food‑court items, a strategy shoppers point to as part of the retailer’s broader value proposition. The warehouse chain’s $1.50 hot dog and soda combo is a frequent example cited by members and observers; the price has remained unchanged for years and is frequently referenced as a loss‑leader that helps attract and retain shoppers.
Retail analysts have noted that deeply priced signature items can serve multiple roles for a membership retailer: they can bring customers into stores, encourage impulse purchases, and reinforce perceptions of overall value. Costco does not break out sales for individual bakery items, and the company did not provide comment to this article.
Availability of the pumpkin pie is seasonal and can vary by location. Shoppers looking to stretch a single pie over multiple occasions have offered practical tips, including wrapping portions in plastic and freezing them, then thawing in the refrigerator for about 24 hours before serving.
As the fall selling season begins, the return of large, low‑priced bakery items like the Kirkland Signature Pumpkin Pie illustrates Costco’s continued emphasis on member value and its ability to generate attention through a mix of product scale and steady pricing. The pie’s relaunch also reflects broader retail patterns, with autumnal products appearing earlier each year and prompting social media discussion that helps amplify in‑store offerings.
Shoppers planning purchases are advised to check with local warehouses for current stock, as demand for seasonal items can outpace supply at peak times. Costco members who prefer smaller portions may consider splitting a pie among family members, freezing individual slices, or waiting to see whether stores offer alternative portion sizes in the coming weeks.
