These Are The Best Spicy Snacks You Can Get At Aldi

I pity those who live outside Aldi’s sphere of influence. For those out of the know, Aldi is a rapidly expanding grocery chain, born in Germany, but becoming increasingly popular stateside. But it’s not what you think of when you think of a typical grocery store. To me, Aldi is a communist utopia. There’s no excess or anything frivolous, just everything that you could possibly need and nothing more. Almost all products come from the store’s house brands, so the savings are unmatched. And the fact that you have to insert a quarter to unlock a cart? Come on—who can resist the charm?

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But one thing that I love more than Aldi is spicy food, so I thought, “why not combine my two loves?” I got my hands on every spicy snack I could find here so I could identify the best. Pick up one of these flavor-packed morsels in your next Aldi haul if you’re looking for a savory treat that packs a punch. A specter is haunting America—the specter of Aldi. And I’m here for it. 

Savoritz Nordic Sourdough Jalapeño Crackers

These crackers are a lot more sourdough than they are jalapeño, so they’re a great choice even for those who don’t love spice. The peppery flavor combined with the classic sourdough tang is unique enough that they can be devoured on their own, but they’re exceptional with a mild cheese or hummus. But their crunch is what really sells me. They might be a little too hard for some, but the seeded texture makes them irresistible and seemingly better for you than, say, Ritz.

Park Street Deli Significantly Spicy Hummus

This hummus is pure fire and not much else, and that’s kind of what makes it so delicious. On its own, it’s a little boring, but paired with a flavorful chip, it adds rich creaminess and loads of spice. I like it paired with a garlicky cracker or something dusted with umami seasoning. It’s also great as a salad topper or spread on a vegan sandwich.

Park Street Deli Stuffed Red Peppers

Are they exceptionally spicy? Not really. But these stuffed peppers are straight out of a bougie New York deli. The cream cheese inside stays firm and doesn’t get too mushy in the oil. Plus, the peppers themselves are the perfect balance between crisp and soft with a bright, sweet, slightly spicy flavor. Add these to a charcuterie board or just go to town on them as-is.

Southern Grove Cajun Trail Mix

Everyone agrees—this is Aldi’s best trail mix, bar none. It’s not quite authentic Cajun, but the seasoning on this mix is super flavorful and spicy, but not so much that you can’t eat half a bag in one sitting. There’s so much going on here, including Cajun-style corn sticks, roasted corn, honey roasted sesame sticks, and almonds. It leans more savory, but the little pops of sugary, butter-toffee peanuts are my favorite part. You won’t find another trail mix like it.

Clancy’s Kettle Cooked Jalapeño Chips

Can we all just come to terms with the fact that kettle chips are superior? Especially the way Aldi does it. Unlike most jalapeño chips—which come dusted with a conservative, mild seasoning—these morsels are absolutely loaded with a thick layer of peppery, sweet-and-savory dust. If that wasn’t enough to sell you, their texture is exactly what you’d want in a kettle chip: thick and crunchy but still delicate enough to melt in your mouth.