Inside Costco's New Strawberry Cream Pie: Taste Test, Photos, and Weight Breakdown
Costco bakery labels typically state a minimum net weight, but real-world packages often exceed the printed figure. We zeroed a commercial digital kitchen scale to evaluate the true contents against previous summer benchmarks.
| Bakery Item | Retail Price | Labeled Weight | Cost Per Pound |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkland Strawberry Cream Pie | $18.99, $19.99 | 58.0 oz (3.62 lbs) | $5.24, $5.52 / lb |
| Kirkland Signature Key Lime Pie | $15.99, $16.99 | 68.0 oz (4.25 lbs) | $3.76, $3.99 / lb |
| Kirkland Signature Pumpkin Pie | $5.99 | 58.0 oz (3.62 lbs) | $1.65 / lb |
| Kirkland Tuxedo Mousse Cake | $17.99, $18.99 | 44.0 oz (2.75 lbs) | $6.54, $6.90 / lb |
Our test sample registered at 63.2 ounces (3.95 pounds) on the counter scale, comfortably surpassing the listed container minimum. The crust accounts for roughly 22% of the pie's total weight, creating a solid base. The fruit and glaze crown contributes 31%, while the strawberry mousse center occupies the remaining 47%. The sheer volume yields 12 generous slices or 16 modest servings for larger parties.