9 Most Addictive Chips Fans Say They Can't Stop Eating
Potato-based snacks are the most popular snack category in the United States—we just can't get enough of those salty, addictive treats, from corn chips to kettle chips, puffs, stacks, sticks, and everything in between. Chips are designed to be addictive, hence the old Pringles slogan "Once you pop, you can't stop!", but what do the real chip fanatics have to say? Analyzing Reddit threads and social media, I looked at what people were saying about their favorite snacks, considering factors such as popularity and mentions, fan enthusiasm, unique flavors, and even the nostalgia factor, to rank the chips from least to most favorite. Here are the 9 most addictive chips, according to snack experts.
SunChips Harvest Cheddar
The SunChips Harvest Cheddar chips are considered some of the more "healthy" options for snacks, but don't let that scare you—they're delicious. "I will never not want those," one Redditor stated. French Onion SunChips also got a mention tasting amazing, and the Garden Salsa Sun Chips are a big hit too.
Zapp's Voodoo Chips
Zapp's Voodoo Kettle Potato Chips are a big hit with chip lovers, who can't get enough of that sweet, spicy taste. "Came to say this. I rarely eat others since I've discovered these," one Redditor said. "I'm from Nola so I know how yal feel about these lol," another responded. "Zapps Jalapeño for me!!" a third chimed in.
Kettle Brand Chips
The Kettle brand of potato chips are a firm favorite with chip-lovers, who wish the flavors (like jalapeno) were more widely available. The brand comes up again and again in discussions of the best potato chip, and it's clear the selection has something for everyone. "Kettle brand is the goat, a lot of the flavors are hard to find," one fan said. "Honey Dijon Kettle chips 🤤," another commented.
Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili
Doritos rules the corn chip roost, with more than flavor making the list. One popular flavor is the Spicy Sweet Chili flavor (right on trend with the "swicy" craze). Spicy Nacho Doritos are also frequently mentioned as a top-tier chip, as are the Doritos Rancheritos chips, apparently very difficult to get outside of Texas.
Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream
We love a ruffled chip, and the Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream is a fan favorite, as are other Ruffles flavors like Queso and Double Crunch Honey Mustard. While other brands have their own ruffled chips, this was the only one mentioned specifically as being a delicious and addictive product. "So good," snackers say.
Lay's Limon
Coming in at number 4, Lay's Limon is mentioned several times as a must-have chip, usually part of a lineup of the best chips people love. The tart, crunchy, refreshing chips are thoroughly addictive and have that unique Lay's texture that makes it hard to pass up. Flamin Hot Limon Cheetos are also mentioned as a thoroughly tasty snack for chip-lovers. Speaking of Cheetos…
Flamin' Hot Cheetos
Flamin' Hot Cheetos comes in hot at number 3, orange fingers be darned. Hot Cheetos are the most popular flavor in terms of how much they are mentioned, but some snackers recommend other more unique flavors, too. "Mexican street corn Cheetos are the best Cheetos product," one Redditor said. "I miss Doritos Jacked but I settled for flaming hot Cheetos," another commented.
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Fritos Honey BBQ Twists
Fritos are massively popular with chip fans, which is while the snack is ranked number 2. "I love Fritos Twisted Honey BBQ but they give me heartburn so bad I can't get them often," one Redditor shared. "Fritos bbq twists are top tier," another said.
Doritos Nacho Cheese
And there you have it—the most addictive chips are the original Doritos Nacho Cheese, one of the most popular and best-selling chips of all time. "I'm a big fan of the Lays Sweet and Spicy Honey chips, though Doritos Nacho Cheese are a classic," one fan said. "Spicy Nacho and Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos!!!" another raved. In this case, you really can't have just one!
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