The Best March Madness Snacks

March Madness (March 18-April 7) is like a Super Bowl that goes on for weeks and weeks. Every game is sudden death (so dramatic) and there’s a lot of betting and partying going on. Naturally, it can be stressful. What does stress call for? Snacks. What do parties call for? Snacks. What do you need to survive March Madness? Snacks. But not just any snacks, you need the best of the best March Madness party snacks. This isn’t the regular season—this is the championship, baby! Get your head in the game! Fortunately, we’re on your team, and we want nothing but gold for you, so here are some snack options that will have you feeling like a winner even if your team gets knocked out in the first round. 

Best Potato Chips

Sometimes all you want when you’re sitting on the couch is a really, really good potato chip. Some may say you want to be a couch potato. I wouldn’t say something that corny, but I bet someone would. No judgment. I guess I already judged. Ugh, whatever. All judgment is self-judgment. I don’t know if that’s true. Here are some really, really good potato chips to take your mind off everything I just said. 

Best Dips

Dip is THE classic party snack. No March Madness party snack table is complete without at least a couple of dips and chips to go with. Whether you’re a guac gal or a bean dip dude, we’ve found the best version.

Best Frozen Soft Pretzels

Stress eating bits of soft pretzel doesn’t have to be an activity that’s reserved for when you’re actually in the stands. These frozen soft pretzels will bring that age-old sports tradition right to your living room. 

Best Microwave Popcorn

Another classic sporting event snack. And honestly, this popcorn will be better than what you’d spend $8 on at the arena cuz it’ll be nice and warm thanks to the electromagnetic waves of that mysterious kitchen appliance, the microwave. Here’s the best popcorn seasoning to throw on top. (And if you don’t have a microwave…congrats. Here’s the best stovetop popcorn.)

Best Grocery Store Wings

If you want to go all out for your March Madness party, but you won’t go so far as to bust out the air fryer for frozen wings, we found the best ready-to-eat chicken wings you’ll find at the grocery store. They’ll be great on their own or with an assortment of sauces, most critically ranch and Buffalo, of course.

Best Cookies

It’s always a good idea to have a couple sweet treats on the table. I actually believe that to be true at all times, but especially when they’re surrounded by salty game-day delicacies like chicken wings and soft pretzels. You’ll need variety, so here’s a comprehensive list of the best cookies at the grocery store ranging from chocolate chip to macaroons to oatmeal raisin  

Looking for drink ideas for your March Madness party? We have you covered there, too.