10 Best Mexican Snacks in 2022 (Takis, Pelon, and More)

Pelon's tamarind candy offers a unique combination of sweet-sour tamarind and spicy chili flavors in the form of jelly. Simply squeeze the bottle to enjoy the gooey surprise! In one pack, there are 36 bottles so there are plenty for you to share with your friends.

This candy has an acquired taste, so some buyers do not really like it. But the majority really like its sweet, tangy, and spicy flavor. They further mention that the candy is individually wrapped, so it's fresh and great as a gift. Kids also find this tamarind candy delicious and cannot stop eating it. 

Takis' rolled tortilla chips combine spicy hot chili pepper with zesty lime for a fiery flavor combination that will satisfy spice lovers. You can use these chips to spice up your meals, too! Add them to a burrito, cornbread, or quesadilla for delicious crispiness or drizzle some nacho cheese on top of the chips. 

A few buyers found the tortilla chips to be stale or open upon arrival. On the other hand, many reviewers love that the chips are flavorful and add that the flavor combination of spicy and tangy is addictive. Kids love these chips, too! 

You might think it's weird that "Japanese" peanuts are on our list. Actually, they're not really Japanese, and are one of the most popular snacks in Mexico. Manzela's peanuts are seasoned with soy sauce and have a crunchy coating. They pair really well with a cold beer! 

Some buyers find the shell too hard to bite, but most love the crunchy shell. They also praise the well-balanced flavor of these peanuts, mentioning they are not too salty with just the right amount of spice. They're so addictive that many can't stop themselves from eating just one pack. Buyers say they're filling and great for road trips, too! 

Duritos are a Mexican snack made of wheat flour. They start out hard, orange-colored, and have a wagon wheel shape. Once deep-fried in hot oil, they fluff up and have a crispy, light and airy texture. They are usually sprinkled with salt, lime juice, and chili powder, or dipped in sauces like salsa. 

The majority love the flavor and say it's very easy to cook the chips. They mention that they cook well in the microwave and air fryer, too! Buyers further note that the snack is great with sugar and cinnamon, or salted and drizzled with Valentina hot sauce.

This variety pack brings you six different types of snacks from six famous Mexican brands. You will get strawberry-flavored cookies with sweet marshmallows and coconut on top, an assortment of chocolate cookies, and lemon cream sandwich cookies. There are also simple saltine crackers, milk cookies, and coconut cookies.

Some buyers said the flavor of most was nothing special, but the majority love every single item in this variety pack. The cookies with marshmallows seem to be the favorite of many people. They say all the goodies have a different flavor and taste pretty fresh. Reviewers also specify that the sweet kinds are not very sweet. 

De La Rosa's Pulparindo is a candy bar made with real tamarind pulp, salt, sugar, and chiles. It's sweet, sour, and salty with a slight hint of spice. Each candy bar is individually wrapped, so you can take one with you easily wherever you go. 

Some people notice that there's some white stuff on the candy bar, but many reviewers say it's sugar powder to keep the candy from sticking to the wrapper. On another note, most buyers love the unique flavor of this candy, saying it strikes the right balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and tangy. 

Obleas are thin, round wafers and are traditional Mexican snacks. However, these wafers from Kalan MNA are a healthier version of the regular obleas, as they're made with amaranth flour and tapioca flour and sweetened with stevia. They are also vegan and come in 11 different flavors.

One reviewer thought they tasted like paper. However, many love the assortment of flavors and say every one is delicious. While they are great on their own with coffee, reviewers also enjoy eating them with some melted chocolate, nut butter, or jelly. Another plus point for buyers is that the wafers are healthy and very low in calories. 

Ricolino's candy spread has a silky-smooth and creamy texture that's quite similar to pudding. You can eat this candy spread by itself, or dip your favorite cookies in it! This variety pack includes three flavors: strawberry and vanilla, strawberry and hazelnut, and hazelnut and vanilla. 

A few buyers note that some of the packs were hard upon arrival. But most reviewers received fresh products, and say this candy spread tastes sweet, smooth, and very delicious. They further mention that kids like them a lot. 

This assortment of individual size snacks allows you to try tons of different things. If you're craving something sweet, give bandera de coco coconut candy or mini bubulubo, chocolate-covered mini sponge cakes with strawberry jelly filling, a try. For something more unique, try vero mango, a spicy-sweet mango-flavored lollipop.

Some buyers complain that the candies were stale, or that too many were spicy. Nevertheless, most reviewers love the variety of candies included in this package. They say there are all different kinds of flavors, from sweet to sour and spicy, to satisfy everyone's taste buds. 

Sonric's Rockaleta Lollipop has four layers of chili and a mango chewing gum center to take you on a multi-layered journey. It's spicy at first but will get sweeter and sweeter as you work your way down to the mango center. Each layer has a different color, too! 

A few buyers feel that the candy isn't spicy at all. But the majority find this lollipop delicious and additive. They love the combination of sweet and spicy flavors and the mango gumball in the center is definitely a plus for them.