16 Must-Grab April Costco Bargains Worth Stocking Your Pantry With

Whether you need to replenish your almond butter stash or find ways to save time cooking, one of your Costco membership perks is that you get access to a vast and ever-changing pantry selection.

We perused the aisles to find the best April deals. From protein pasta to shelf-stable smoothies, these items are worth adding to your cart on your next grocery haul.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $10.49

If you don't have time to make dinner, these Tasty Bite microwavable bowls are packed with protein and nutrition. They're made with plant-based ingredients, including brown rice, quinoa, corn, black beans, and red bell peppers.

After microwaving for a minute, drizzle on the zingy citrus cilantro dressing and serve. Just one bowl costs $3.66 at Walmart, but you can get a four-pack for $10.49 at Costco.

Price: $6.79

If you want to add more protein to your pasta nights, swap traditional pasta for this protein-packed Banza rotini.

The pasta is made with chickpeas, so each serving has 20 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber. It cooks in just seven to nine minutes, and you should expect some foaminess.

A 2.5-pound box of the spiral pasta is $6.79 at Costco, which is much cheaper than $2.99 for an 8-ounce box at Target.

Price: $5.89

Whether it's taco night or you're whipping up eggs for breakfast, this green chile sauce will spice up your meal.

Made with green chile peppers, tomatoes, and onion, the gluten-free sauce has a medium heat and is just 10 calories per serving. Costco's price beats Walmart's by 10 cents per ounce.

Price: $16.99

These snack bars are vegan, organic, gluten-free, and have no added sugar. Made with dates, almond butter, and dark unsweetened chocolate, the 90-calorie bars have a truly minimalist ingredients list.

The 30-pack costs $16.99 and comes in the flavors Cookie Dough and Choco Brownie. A 25-bar pack on Amazon costs $7.50 more than you would pay at Costco.

Price: $9.69

Nut butter is a classic, healthy pantry staple, especially if you opt for this organic almond butter. The main ingredient in the creamy, protein-packed spread is organic roasted almonds.

The 27-ounce jar contains 24 servings and costs less than $10. Whole Foods' 365 Organic Creamy Almond Butter is $8.99 for a 16-ounce jar, which is 20 cents more per ounce than Costco's version.

Price: $11.99

Pickling is all the rage, and this variety pack of pickled veggies is a welcome addition to charcuterie boards or an easy way to dress up your lunch.

The three 16-ounce jars at Costco will cost you $4 each, while two jars of pickled carrots cost $13.48 each on Amazon.

The three-pack includes asparagus, carrots, and beans pickled in classic ingredients like vinegar, dill, and crushed chili pepper. Spice up your pantry selection with this beautiful trio or gift them to a hostess.

Price: $15.49

Pasta is a pretty basic, affordable pantry staple, but this variety pack of organic Italian pasta is a fun way to mix up your grocery list while still saving cash.

The box comes with six shapes of pasta: orecchiette, fusilli, Cicatelli, pettini tricolore, gnocchetti tricolore, and maccheroni tricolore. The cooking time for the pasta varies from seven to 15 minutes, depending on the type.

The 4.6-pound of artisanal Di Bari pasta is $15.49 at Costco, which is a bargain considering a 1-pound bag of pasta from the same brand sells for $5.99 at World Market.

Price: $7.99

These herby potato chips are the perfect spring snack for chip lovers. The dill-flavored kettle chips are made with a gourmet, infused sea salt. Pair the chips with a fresh, lemony dip or spring salad.

The massive, 14-ounce bag is $7.99 at Costco, while a 7.5-ounce bag of Kettle Brand dill pickle-flavored chips is almost $6 at Walmart.

Price: $8.69

If you're a fan of the chicken-focused fast food chain, then stash this two-pack of Chick-fil-A Sauce in your pantry.

The tangy, mustardy sauce is great for dipping chicken and fries or spreading on sandwiches. A 16-fluid-ounce bottle at Target is more than $4, whereas you can get two 24-fluid-ounce bottles for $8.69 at Costco.

Price: $17.99

Smoothies are a great way to easily consume fruits, veggies, vitamins, and even protein. Save yourself the time and mess of making one from scratch with this 12-pack of premade organic smoothies by Noka.

These are made with banana, strawberry, pineapple juice, brown rice protein, flax seeds, and more. Each 4.22-ounce squeezable pouch has 120 calories, 5 grams of protein, and 5 grams of fiber. Costco's price beats Walmar's by 61 cents per pouch.

Price: $9.39

These organic multi-grain crackers are a must-have pantry staple in my house, whether dipping in soup or eating with cheese. Milton's crackers are made with wheat flour, grains, oats, and seeds for a delicious, versatile snack.

One 8.4-ounce sleeve of the crackers costs me $5.49 at Safeway, but the Costco four-pack saves me $3.24 per sleeve.

Price: $12.99

If you're craving Indian food, this tikka masala simmer sauce is a handy thing to have in your pantry for quick meals.

Add the mild tomato-based sauce to chicken and rice, and you have a well-balanced, flavorful meal that's a lot cheaper than takeout and quicker than cooking from scratch.

The three 16-ounce jars total $12.99 at Costco, which is $4.33 each. In comparison, a 12.5-ounce jar of the same sauce is $5.40 at Walmart.

Price: $10.99

While Costco has some great jarred marinara sauce options, this Lemon & Herb Ricotta Pasta Sauce is a suitable option for those who prefer a non-tomato-based sauce.

The sauce is made with cream, buttermilk, ricotta, Romano cheese, and lemon juice. The same amount of sauce would cost about double on Amazon, so take advantage of Costco's deal.

Price: $12.99

When you don't have fresh fruit in the fridge, reach for these jarred California peaches, which are sliced and preserved in a light syrup. The sweet peaches are great on their own or as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal. You can even use them to bake a peach cobbler or pie.

The peaches come in a four-pack of 24-ounce jars for $12.99, which works out to $3.25 per jar. In comparison, you'll pay $4.79 for one jar of Yellow Cling Peach Halves at Trader Joe's.

Price: $14.99

I love having an easy microwave meal, like these pho bowls, in my pantry for quick lunches. The beef-flavored Snapdragon Pho contains rice noodles, dried veggies, and chili oil, which you can adjust to your preferred spice level.

While one 220-calorie serving of the pho is $2.69 at Target, you can get nine bowls at Costco for $14.99 or $1.67 each.

Price: $16.69

Sweets are a must in my pantry, which is why these cookies immediately caught my eye during my latest Costco trip. The massive 50.7-ounce box contains 60 cookies, which are 120 calories each and made with chocolate and peanut butter.

At $16.69 for the box, you'll pay about 28 cents per cookie, which is not bad considering Walmart's Marketside Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies are 87 cents each.

Shopping for pantry items over fresh ingredients is often an effective way to save money on groceries, especially if you're shopping at Costco. The retailer offers some impressive discounts on must-have items, quick meals, and delicious snacks.

If you're having trouble calculating how much you're saving at Costco, check the price per ounce and compare it to other retailers like your local grocery store or Walmart.