Not every Costco favorite comes from the bakery or frozen aisle. Sometimes it’s the product you barely notice as you toss essentials into your cart. That’s the case with Boudin Sourdough Crackers, a snack that has developed a devoted following among Costco shoppers thanks to its crunchy texture and distinctive sourdough flavor.
Made by the San Francisco bakery famous for its sourdough bread, the crackers are baked twice and lightly seasoned with sea salt. While they work well on a cheese board or alongside your favorite dip, many shoppers say they’re just as good straight from the box.
The Secret Is in the Sourdough
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Boudin has been making sourdough bread in San Francisco since 1849, and these crackers are essentially an extension of that legacy. According to the bakery, they’re made using many of the same artisan methods as its famous bread, then baked twice and lightly seasoned with sea salt.
That sourdough heritage is what sets them apart from many crackers found in the snack aisle. Instead of a buttery or neutral flavor, these have a noticeable tang and a hearty crunch that keeps them from fading into the background. They’re still versatile enough for a cheese board or dip spread, but the flavor is strong enough that many shoppers seem perfectly happy eating them plain.
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Perfect for Cheese, Dips and More
While plenty of shoppers seem content eating these crackers straight from the box, they’re also an easy addition to a cheese board. The sourdough flavor pairs especially well with creamy cheeses like brie and goat cheese, while the hearty crunch can stand up to richer toppings like smoked salmon, prosciutto and pepper jelly.
They’re also sturdy enough for thicker dips. If you’ve got spinach artichoke dip, hummus or a whipped feta spread in the fridge, these crackers won’t fall apart after the first scoop. If you’re already making a Costco run, it wouldn’t be hard to build an entire snack board around the items you pick up. Add a few cheeses, some cured meat and fresh fruit, and you’ve got an easy appetizer for guests.
Shoppers Say They’re Hard to Put Down
On Reddit, one Costco shopper called Boudin Sourdough Crackers “legitimately the best crackers I’ve ever had,” praising their “Amazing sourdough flavor. Perfect amount of crunch and not too salty.”
“I 100% agree,” wrote one commenter. “I usually buy a few boxes and then eat them all in a few weeks then have to not buy them again for a while so I don’t just keep eating them.”
“These are crack. Super addictive,” one shopper commented, while another admitted, “These are so damn good, I can just sit and eat these plain out of the box.”
The only downside, according to some shoppers, is that they can be difficult to find. Several commenters noted they’ve only seen them in certain regions, while others celebrated spotting them back on shelves after a long absence.
If these crackers show up at your local Costco, you may want to toss a box into your cart. Just don’t be surprised if you find yourself going back for another.
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