20 Game Night Snacks for Ultimate Fun and Flavor

Nobody can deny that game night is a fun time for everyone, no matter if you’re six or sixty-eight. But you might still be asking, how can I make my game night better? Besides the people you invite and the games themselves, one of the best parts of a good game night gathering is the snack spread. This doesn’t mean you have to spend hours preparing a bunch of food, either. 

Sometimes it’s all about the variety of colors, flavors, textures, and ease of eating that has everyone congregating around the snacks for game night. Simply having something to nosh on while socializing and laughing about the ridiculousness of some of the game choices is enough to elevate the fun of game night.

Whether you ask your guests to bring something to contribute to the table or are providing the whole delicious shebang, here are some sweet, savory, and healthy game night snack ideas. 

Savory Game Night Snacks

Savory snacks are a great option especially if your game night is taking place around dinnertime or your guests crave game night appetizers before diving into the sweets.

Mini Sliders

Everybody loves tiny hamburgers! Serve bite-sized burgers with toppings like cheese, pickles, sliced tomatoes, and caramelized onions, with ketchup, mustard, or mayo. Or, try this recipe for Cheeseburger Sliders With Hawaiian Rolls.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

This is a creamy, spicy dip served with pita chips or sliced veggies like baby carrots, celery sticks, or bell peppers for a kick of flavor.

Stuffed Mushrooms

Grab a box of white button mushrooms and make them shine! Remove the stems, fill them with savory insides like a mixture of cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs, then bake them in the oven until golden. For inspiration, here’s a recipe for Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms — for which you could use our Jalapeno Beef sticks!

Spinach, Artichoke, and Chomps Pinwheels

Pinwheels can be made with either puff pastry or tortillas. Simply roll them with delicious ingredients like spinach, artichoke, sliced Chomps (try our Sea Salt Beef or Pepperoni Seasoned Turkey varieties), and cream cheese filling, then slice into pinwheels and bake.

Garlic Parmesan Pretzel Bites

Pretzels are a staple game night food, so make them count! Try soft pretzel bites coated in garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, and serve them with either a Dijon or honey mustard and savory cheese sauce for dipping.

Game Night Sweet Treats

Game night food ideas wouldn’t be complete with dessert. There’s always space for sweet treats at game night, especially as you’re celebrating big wins. 

Chocolate-Covered Pretzels

A delightful combination for folks who prefer salty and sweet, all you have to do is grab some storebought chocolate-covered pretzels (we’ve seen dark chocolate, white chocolate, and even strawberry coated) or a bag of hard pretzels and dip them yourself.

Brownie Bites

A little brownie never hurt anyone. Serve your guests a tray of small, bite-sized brownies that are easy to handle and perfect for sharing. You could even make a few different kinds by dividing the batter or try these No-Bake Brownie Bites.

Rice Krispies Treats

Not just for kids, rice krispies treats are a classic, gooey, and crunchy treat that can be cut into smaller pieces or into fun shapes for game night.

Fruit Skewers with Chocolate Dip

Fresh fruit skewered and served with a side of melted chocolate for dipping offers a healthier sweet option that still feels indulgent. You can make these with whatever fruit you have on hand or on sale, like berries, banana slices, grapes, and apples. 

Healthy Game Night Snack Options

Just because some game night snacks are healthier than others doesn’t mean they’re lacking in flavor appeal. These healthy snacks for game night add a bit more fiber to help keep your guests satisfied and energized into the next round.

Veggie Sticks with Hummus

Game night is a perfect opportunity for everyone to get more veggies. For example, make a colorful tray full of carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and celery sticks paired with hummus for a fiber-rich, satisfying snack.

Roasted Chickpeas

Seasoned, roasted chickpeas provide a high-protein, high-fiber alternative to other crunchy snacks. You can purchase various flavors from the store or easily make your own by draining, rinsing, and patting dry canned chickpeas, adding a little olive oil and seasoning, and roasting until crispy. This Roasted Chickpeas recipe is a good place to start!

Fruit and Nut Mix

Create a mix of dried fruits like apricots, pitted dates, and cranberries with almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, providing a sweet and crunchy snack with healthy fats and protein.

Chomps, Cheese, and Crackers Plate

While your mind is on creating healthy spreads, consider sharing a few different flavors of Chomps (like our Jalapeno Turkey or Italian Style Beef) alongside some cheese cubes and whole-grain crackers. Guests might enjoy making little sandwiches or just pairing these items together.

Greek Yogurt Dip with Whole-Grain Crackers

Greek yogurt makes for a creamy base for homemade dip. All you need is herbs and spices to mix in, plus some crackers, for an easy game night snack.

Baked Sweet Potato or Kale Chips

Sure, everyone loves potato chips, but have you ever made sweet potato or kale chips in the air fryer? With little effort required, this provides a simple, healthy snack that doesn’t leave guests feeling guilty or stuffed. 

Game Night Finger Foods

Every successful game night requires plenty of finger foods that travel well between the kitchen and living room or to enjoy at the gaming table.

Chicken Wings

Classic buffalo or barbecue-flavored wings are always a hit for game nights. Plus, they’re easy — just toss them on a cooking sheet, roast, and serve with flavorful dips. 

Mini Quesadillas

Give quesadillas a makeover by packing them with fajita veggies, thin strips of tempeh, or refried beans, and serve them with salsa and guacamole for dipping.

Chomps in a Blanket

Take a twist on a classic social dish by wrapping some of our Original Turkey or Original Beef Chomps in puff pastry or crescent roll dough, baked until golden and crispy. Alternatively, grab a variety of our Chomplings, a mini version of our meat sticks in all your favorite flavors. 

Caprese Skewers

Pack skewers with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and basil leaves drizzled with balsamic glaze for a refreshing and no-bake snack. Optionally, you could add cubes of baked tofu for more protein. Check out a yummy Caprese Salad Skewers recipe here.

Spring Rolls

Grab some fresh or baked spring rolls filled with vegetables, shrimp, or chicken to serve on a big platter alongside some peanut or sweet chili dipping sauce. 

Game Night Snack Ideas: Upping Your Game

There may be instructions for how to play charades, board games, and card games, but that doesn’t mean there’s a rulebook for what game night snacks you serve. Make your game night snack table as fun and unique as the group of friends you’ve invited. 

Whether you’re looking for something healthy like fresh veggies with dip, savory like Chomps pinwheels, or sweet like chocolate-covered pretzels, take the opportunity to serve some favorites and try new things. Consider having several dips available, setting our your snacks on an easily accessible serving table, or labeling the foods for your guests. However you plan to take your game night snacks to the next level, we’re sure it will be a good time. 

Looking for great additions to buy in bulk? Check out our full Chomps collection, which you might incorporate into certain snack recipes or serve on their own.