Tailgate Snacks That Travel Well

Having the right food can make or break a tailgate party. But there are some essential differences between the menu you can craft at home and what works in the parking lot of a stadium or arena before you go cheer on your favorite team.

Not only do they have to taste great, but they’ll also need to be easy to enjoy at the event and able to stay just as delicious hours later as they are when prepared in your kitchen. Give these 25 travel-friendly snacks a try for your next tailgate party.

Crunchy Snacks and Snack Mixes

Touchdown Snack Mix

There’s something for everyone in this diverse snackable combination of salty, sweet, and crunchy that’s as simple to prepare as it is to transport.

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Oven Baked Chex Mix

This Chex Mix is a familiar snackable classic that can be made well ahead of time in batches large or small for any size tailgate experience.

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Candied Spiced Nuts (1 Pan!)

Sweet and spicy flavors square off in this one-pan recipe that works with whatever nuts you have on hand.

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Homemade Movie Popcorn (Butter Popcorn)

Salty, buttery, crunchy popcorn is a stadium favorite, which can be made for just pennies at home and bagged for gameday tailgates.

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Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

For a more exotic, protein-packed crunch, ordinary canned chickpeas can be transformed into this delicious treat that’s easy to take on the go.

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Baked Snacks

Bisquick Brownies - CopyKat Recipes

Make the best chocolate frosted brownies with Bisquick mix and get ready to the spread frosting. Get the quick and easy recipe for an unforgettable dessert.

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Air Fryer Wonton Chips

These Air Fryer Wonton chips are easy to make and go with any kind of dip!

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Peanut Butter Cookies {Best Recipe!} - Cooking Classy

These cookies are packed with peanut butter flavor and can be whipped up in advance or at the last minute with everyday ingredients in your pantry.

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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites - CopyKat Recipes

Love the cinnamon pretzel bites at the mall? Get the easy recipe and find out how to make the best buttery, soft cinnamon sugar pretzel bites at home.

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Dips and Spreads

The Ultimate Hummus and Vegetable Board

Equal parts healthy and flavorful, there’s no prep needed here other than some basic slicing before leaving home.

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Queso Dip | The Modern Proper

Whip up this delicious mixture the night before, and all you’ll need is some gentle heat to enjoy this ultra-cheesy pairing for chips, pretzels, veggies, and anything else you can dip.

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7 Layer Dip Recipe

7 Layer Dip is an ideal tailgate choice, providing diverse flavors in a single dish served at room temperature, with all the assembly work done well.

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Basic Pimiento Cheese

A Southern classic, Pimiento cheese is creamy, savory, and easy to make ahead of time and grab from the fridge on gameday.

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Rolls and Wraps

Turkey Pinwheels

Cold-cut sandwiches are great, but pinwheels make preparing, transporting, and enjoying them even simpler during a busy tailgate.

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Pickle Roll Ups Recipe

A Midwestern regional treat, your fellow tailgaters will love the tangy, creamy, meaty combination. You’ll love the fast prep and simple transport.

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Salads and Slaws

Italian Pasta Salad

This pasta salad provides a ton of flavor and an excellent mix of protein, veggies, and noodles to keep you full with all the work taken care of long before the tailgate.

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Easy Classic Potato Salad

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Coleslaw Recipe {Only 4 Ingredients!} - Cooking Classy

Another excellent tailgate choice that enhances other dishes and is just as tasty on its own, it benefits from being prepared ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld fully.

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Cowboy Caviar - Two Peas & Their Pod

This Southwestern-inspired salad is as simple to make as doing some chopping and opening a few cans but is packed with flavor and needs no cooking or refrigeration.

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Upscale Eats

2-Ingredient Bacon-Wrapped Dates (with Stuffed Option)

While they may look sophisticated, these quick, flavor-packed bites are good warmed or at room temperature. They can even be stuffed with cheese for a creamy boost.

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The Perfect Charcuterie Board

Few things travel better than cured cheese and meats, which can provide a tailgate snack as visually impressive and complex as it is tasty.

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Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe

Creamy and fresh, these delicious tailgate snacks can be prepared ahead of time or warmed on a grill or other heat source.

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Healthier Alternatives

Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Drizzle - Iowa Girl Eats

Incredibly fresh and easily assembled with just a few ingredients, these bites prove there’s no need for all tailgate-friendly food to be heavy or overly indulgent.

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Fruit Skewers

These skewers are a healthy, sweet treat that’s easily customizable for your favorite fruit and can be paired with dipping sauces like creamy yogurt or peanut butter.

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PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps - CopyKat Recipes

Make the filling ahead of time, which can be gently warmed or enjoyed at room temperature with cool, crisp lettuce for a healthy, tasty alternative to hot dogs, burgers, or other tailgate entrees.

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There’s something for everyone on this list of delicious tailgate snacks that travel well, whether you’re looking for crunchy snacks, sweet baked treats, delectable dips, or crave-able upscale options. But best of all, they each allow you to enjoy your tailgate more with the perfect food pairing.

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