The Super Bowl is coming, and you know what that means – it’s time for some awesome snacks. You’re looking for something crunchy and delicious to munch on while watching the game.
Let’s talk about spicy nacho bites and other yummy treats that are perfect for the big game. We’ve got 17 tasty ideas that are sure to be a touchdown with your friends and family. From spicy to sweet, we’ve got all sorts of crunchy bites that you’ll love.
Get ready to score big with our Super Bowl snack ideas and make your game-day party one to remember!
Crunchy Chicken Tenders
Crispy chicken strips perfect for Super Bowl gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into strips and set aside.
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture, then the eggs, and finally the panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken strips in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy chicken tenders hot and enjoy.
Spicy Nacho Bites
Crispy tortilla bites filled with spicy nacho cheese and toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 package of tortilla chips
- 1 cup of nacho cheese
- 1/2 cup of diced jalapeños
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Crush the tortilla chips into fine crumbs and place in a bowl.
- Mix the nacho cheese, diced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro in a separate bowl.
- Spoon a small amount of the cheese mixture onto each tortilla chip crumb.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Mini Caprese Skewers
Mini Caprese Skewers are a simple, bite-sized snack.
Ingredients
- Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Toothpicks
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
- Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into small balls.
- Thread a cherry tomato, a mozzarella ball, and a basil leaf onto each toothpick.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the skewers.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Crispy Bacon Wraps
Crispy Bacon Wraps are a savory and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
- 1 package of large flour tortillas
- 1 package of bacon
- 1 cup of shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the bacon into halves and cook in a skillet until crispy.
- In a bowl, mix together shredded cheese, chopped scallions, and ranch seasoning.
- Lay a tortilla flat and sprinkle a quarter of the cheese mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
- Arrange 4-5 pieces of cooked bacon on top of the cheese mixture.
- Fold the bottom half of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up the wrap.
- Place the wraps seam-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Potato Skin Bites
Crispy potato skin bites filled with cheese and bacon.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub and dry the potatoes, then poke some holes in them with a fork.
- Bake the potatoes for 45-60 minutes, or until they’re tender.
- Let the potatoes cool, then slice them in half and scoop out some of the flesh.
- Cut the potato skins into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces.
- Fill each potato skin piece with cheese, bacon, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Sprinkle chives on top of each piece and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the potato skin bites warm and enjoy.
Zesty Ranch Dip Bites
Crispy bites filled with creamy zesty ranch dip perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 package of frozen puff pastry
- 1 cup of ranch dip
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- Cut out small squares of pastry, about 3 inches per side.
- Spoon a small amount of ranch dip onto one half of each square, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and chopped chives over the dip.
- Fold the other half of the pastry square over the filling to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal.
- Brush the tops of the pastry with a little bit of water and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Place the dip bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Fried Pickle Chips
Crispy fried pickle chips are a delicious snack.
Ingredients
- 1 large dill pickle
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the pickle into 1/8-inch thick rounds.
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour buttermilk into a separate shallow dish.
- Dip each pickle slice into the buttermilk, coating completely, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
- Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the coated pickle slices in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried pickle chips from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the fried pickle chips hot and enjoy.
Meatball Sliders
Mini meatball sliders are a crowd-pleasing Super Bowl snack.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small slider buns
- Marinara sauce
- Provolone cheese slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything together with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Use your hands to shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, toast the slider buns in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the sliders by placing a few meatballs on each bun, topping with marinara sauce and a slice of provolone cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Cheese and Charcuterie Board
A colorful and savory snack featuring assorted cheeses and cured meats.
Ingredients
- 1 block of cheddar cheese
- 1 block of brie cheese
- 1 block of gouda cheese
- 1 pack of salami
- 1 pack of prosciutto
- 1 cup of grapes
- 1 cup of berries
- 1 baguette
- 1 jar of fig jam
Instructions
- Arrange the cheeses on a large platter or board.
- Add the salami and prosciutto slices around the cheeses.
- Place the grapes and berries in small bowls and add to the board.
- Slice the baguette into thin rounds and add to the board.
- Open the jar of fig jam and serve alongside the cheeses and meats.
- Serve immediately and let guests assemble their own snack.
Jalapeño Poppers
Spicy jalapeño peppers filled with creamy cheese and crispy coating.
Ingredients
- 20 jalapeño peppers
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.
- Cut off the stems of the jalapeño peppers and scoop out the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each jalapeño pepper with the cheese mixture.
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, and in another dish, beat the egg.
- In a third dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each stuffed jalapeño pepper in the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs.
- Fry the jalapeño poppers in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the poppers from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve the jalapeño poppers hot and enjoy.
Roasted Veggie Sticks
Crispy roasted veggie sticks perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini
- 1 large carrot
- 1 large bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and slice the zucchini, carrot, and bell pepper into stick shapes.
- Place the veggie sticks in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and garlic powder over the veggie sticks and toss to coat.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the veggie sticks in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Bites
Crispy bites filled with spicy buffalo chicken dip.
Ingredients
- 1 package of cream cheese
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup of buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup of chopped green onions
- 1 package of wonton wrappers
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chicken, buffalo sauce, and green onions in a bowl.
- Lay a wonton wrapper on a flat surface and place a tablespoon of the mixture in the center.
- Dip finger in egg wash and run it along the edges of the wonton wrapper.
- Fold the wonton wrapper into a triangle and press the edges together to seal.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and mixture.
- Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Mini Quesadillas
Mini quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make snack perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 1 package of miniature tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup diced chicken
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper and cook until they are soft.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until heated through.
- In a separate pan or griddle, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto half of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chicken mixture.
- Fold the tortillas in half to enclose the filling.
- Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot.
Crispy Onion Rings
Crispy Onion Rings are a delicious snack made with breaded and fried onion slices.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Slice the onion into 1/2-inch thick rings and separate them into individual rings.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow dish.
- Dip each onion ring into the buttermilk, coating completely, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
- Dip the flour-coated onion ring into the buttermilk again, then roll in the panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the onion rings in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the onion rings from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Crispy Onion Rings hot and enjoy.
Garlic and Herb Focaccia Bites
Crispy Garlic and Herb Focaccia Bites are perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast, let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the bowl, mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 10 minutes until it becomes smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough, divide into 1-inch pieces, and shape into balls.
- Roll out each ball into a thin circle, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Bites
Crispy puff pastry filled with creamy spinach and artichoke dip.
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry
- 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts
- 1 package frozen spinach
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into small squares.
- In a bowl, mix artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and parsley.
- Place a spoonful of the artichoke mixture onto each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry in half to form a triangle and press edges to seal.
- Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Pigs in a Blanket
Mini hot dogs wrapped in flaky croissant dough make a delicious snack.
Ingredients
- 1 package of mini hot dogs
- 1 package of croissant dough
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the croissant dough and cut into triangles.
- Place a mini hot dog on the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up the dough to form a croissant, starting from the wide end.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg mixed with water.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Conclusion
You’re scoring big with these 17 crunchy bites, a touchdown for your taste buds. Imagine the crunch of crispy onion rings and crispy bacon wraps, the spice of jalapeño poppers, and the savory flavor of spinach and artichoke dip bites – a delicious Super Bowl snack attack that’s sure to satisfy your cravings!
