{
  "id": 19364356,
  "title": "I tried cheesecakes from Costco, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Walmart. There's just one I'd buy again.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/i-tried-cheesecakes-from-costco-trader-joes-whole-foods-and-walmart",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-10T16:35:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/best-cheesecake-to-buy-grocery-store-review-2026-11"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I sampled New York-style cheesecakes from four different grocery stores to determine which one was the best. I began by trying a Trader Joe's option, which came frozen and lacked the tangy flavor characteristic of a classic cheesecake. It was also the cheapest option, but I wouldn't purchase it again due to its lackluster taste and insufficient filling. Next, I examined a Whole Foods cheesecake, which had flecks of vanilla bean and a berry and cream topping. The crust was thin, but the cake itself looked delicious, but upon tasting, it was overly sweet and lacked the tangy creaminess I expect from a New York-style cheesecake. This option was also the most expensive per ounce, so I was disappointed with the overall flavor. Moving on to Walmart, I expected a better experience given my general satisfaction with the company's products. The presliced 40-ounce New York-style cheesecake was decent for the price, with a heavier filling and a promising flavor, but the crust was thin, floury, and left grease at the bottom of the pan. Lastly, I tried Costco's cheesecake. Coming with a generous 72-ounce portion at a very reasonable price, this option proved to be the best overall. The dense, creamy, and tangy filling was authentic and well-balanced, while the crust delivered a classic, buttery graham-cracker flavor. Although the sugary frosting detracted from the overall experience, this Costco cheesecake was my favorite choice, offering excellent value for money.",
  "summary": "I tried New York-style cheesecakes from Costco, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Walmart to find the best one. I compared each based on taste and value.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}