Junior’s Mini Cheesecakes

The scoop

Spotted something sweet on clearance: Junior’s Mini Cheesecakes are marked down at Costco, and if you’re a fan of the iconic New York cheesecake brand, this might be worth a cart detour.

This pack includes 24 mini cheesecakes weighing in at 36 ounces total. Junior’s is the legendary Brooklyn bakery that’s been perfecting their creamy, rich cheesecake recipe since 1950, and these miniature versions deliver that same signature taste in perfectly portioned servings.

At approximately 1.5 ounces per mini cheesecake, you’re getting individual desserts that are substantial enough to satisfy but not so large that you feel obligated to share (though you probably should). These typically retail in the $15-20 range at Costco, so if you’re seeing a clearance sticker, you’re likely looking at decent savings on a premium dessert brand. The real question is whether you have freezer space and enough upcoming occasions to justify 24 cheesecakes.

Clearance on frozen desserts this time of year often signals either a packaging change or Costco cycling out seasonal inventory. Since we’re at the tail end of January, warehouses are transitioning from holiday entertaining mode, which could explain why these party-friendly portion packs are getting marked down. If you see them, assume inventory is limited—these won’t languish in the freezer case for long.

If you’re a Junior’s devotee or regularly host gatherings, this clearance find delivers authentic New York cheesecake without the premium price tag. Have you tried Junior’s mini cheesecakes before, or are you team full-size-slice-only?