The 5 Best Trader Joe’s Crunchy Snacks of All Time, According to Customers

Customer's voted: These are the snacks you can't leave TJ's without.

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It's no secret that Trader Joe's is home to some of the wildest, crunchiest, tastiest snacks out there, but thanks to the store's annual Customer Choice Awards we were able to compile a list of all the absolute best ones. Each year customers vote on their favorite products—all the snacks you'll see below were ranked in the top 5 for best snacks over the years. Not only are they all delicious, but most of them will take you right back to some of your favorite childhood snack memories.

The Best Trader Joe's Crunchy Snacks

Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets

It only feels right to start off with the snack-of-all snacks, the Peanut Butter-Filled Pretzel Nuggets. These crunchy, salty bites won their place in the Trader Joe's Hall of Fame due to being a #1 fan favorite for several years in a row. Once a snack reaches this level of popularity, Trader Joe's retires it from the running to give other snacks a chance at first place. It's no surprise these made it as far as they did, because who doesn't love a peanut butter pretzel.

Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips

Chances are you're familiar with these popular chili lime tortilla chips, and if you're not, they're basically a copycat of the popular snack, Takis. They're spicy, zesty, tangy, and completely irresistible. Although you could serve them alongside your favorite dip, you certainly won't have a problem eating them alone.

World's Puffiest White Cheddar Corn Puffs

These cheesy corn puffs are like Pirate's Booty—but even puffier, lighter, and crunchier than the original childhood snack. and although they do have a bit more texture, you'll find they instantly melt in your mouth.

Organic Corn Chip Dippers

These Corn Chip Dippers often compared to Fritos' Scoops. Their shell-like shape makes them the perfect vessel for salsa, guacamole, and other fun dips. I love dipping them into chili or crushing them over taco salads.

Organic Elote Corn Chip Dippers

It's not hard to see why these Elote Corn Chip Dippers were in the running for #1 best snack for 3 years in a row. Although the original Corn Chip Dippers are great, I'd choose these Mexican street-corn-inspired chips any day. They're blasting with flavor, and are seasoned with chipotle and habanero pepper, and a hint of lime.

Crunchy Curls

I would be lying if I said there wasn't always an extra bag of these Crunchy Curls hiding in my kitchen. They're everything you could ask for in a crunchy snack and more; crispy, salty, and most importantly, fun to eat. They're made from potatoes and lentils, and although not the most flavorful of snacks, they certainly always hit the spot.

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