Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cakes

The scoop

Spotted on clearance: the Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cakes, a fun frozen treat that’s worth a closer look if you’re into unique snack finds at Costco.

These are frozen mini cakes shaped like walnuts — yes, the cakes themselves are walnut-shaped — filled with a vanilla custard-style filling and real walnuts. The vanilla flavor is artificially flavored, so keep that in mind if you’re particular about natural vs. artificial ingredients. Pulmuone is a well-known Korean brand that’s been expanding its presence in U.S. Costco warehouses, and this product is a great example of the kind of interesting international snacks that pop up on Costco shelves.

These walnut cakes (known as “hodugwaja” in Korean cuisine) are a beloved street food snack in Korea, and having a frozen version you can enjoy at home is genuinely convenient. They’re the kind of treat that works equally well as an afternoon snack, a dessert after dinner, or something fun to set out when you have guests over. The combination of the soft cake exterior, creamy custard filling, and crunchy walnut pieces gives you a nice range of textures in each bite.

As a clearance find, this one likely won’t stick around long. Frozen international snack items tend to rotate through Costco’s inventory, and once they hit clearance, they can disappear quickly. If you’ve been curious about trying hodugwaja but haven’t pulled the trigger, now’s a solid time. It’s also worth noting that these are a frozen product, so stock up if you have the freezer space — they’ll keep well.

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The Bottom Line: If you’re a fan of unique international snacks or just love custard-filled pastries, the Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cakes is a fun clearance pickup. Have you tried hodugwaja before — or is this one new to you? Let us know in the comments.