Top 15 Popular Australian Snacks Everyone Needs to Try
When it comes to popular Australian snacks, Aussies don’t muck about. We’re talking big flavour, weird names, and enough nostalgia to make you cry into your Milo. From bikkies that crumble perfectly into your cuppa to sweets stickier than a Sydney summer, our snack game is elite.
Ready to snack like a true-blue Aussie? Here are 15 goodies you can actually buy online, so you won’t be left drooling from afar.
1. Tim Tams: The King of All Bikkies
We all saw this one coming, didn’t we? Tim Tams are the OG Aussie treat. Two malted biscuits, a chocolatey filling, and a smooth outer layer that melts just right.
But don’t settle for just “original.” Go rogue with double coat or dark choc mint. And if you’ve never done the Tim Tam Slam, mate… go boil the kettle and change your life.
2. Shapes: Flavour That Punches You in the Gob
Pizza, Barbecue, Chicken Crimpy—you name it, Shapes has it, and they’re all bold enough to permanently stain your fingers. They’re crunchy, weirdly addictive, and every Aussie’s go-to snack since birth. Aussie Food Express has plenty of Shapes in different flavours and tastes to help you find just the perfect snack to treat your mates.
And yes, they ship globally, so you don’t have to smuggle them in your suitcase anymore. But if you’ve got lots of Aussie snacks you need to bring with you abroad, why not try using Jetkrate? More on that in a bit.
3. Milo: Hot, Cold, or Straight from the Tin
That crunchy chocolate malt powder you ate by the spoonful? Yep, Milo. It’s Aussie gold, whether served hot, chilled, or stacked five inches thick on your cereal.
You can grab a tub from Woolworths or even Amazon, depending on where you live. Just try not to eat it straight from the tin like a wild toddler (Actually… do it!)
4. Cadbury Cherry Ripe: The Mature One
Dark chocolate. Coconut. Cherries. It’s the snack equivalent of wearing linen and knowing your credit score. Not everyone’s cup of tea, but when you’re ready… it hits different. And yes, it’s one of the most popular candy Australian snacks on the market. Sophisticated sweet tooths, unite. There are plenty of online stores to get these yummy snacks, but we recommend the Australian Food Shop.
5. Sausage Rolls: Your Flaky, Meaty Mate
These flaky, golden pockets of joy might technically be a meal, but Aussies treat them like a grab-and-go snack. Heated in a servo pie warmer or savoured at mum’s Sunday lunch, they never disappoint.
Frozen versions are available at Thompson’s, or you can find Aussie-style sausage rolls from international grocers online. Just don’t forget the tomato sauce (or ketchup for non-Aussies).
6. Caramello Koala: The Cheeky Choccie Alternative to Fantales
Since Fantales, one of the most popular Australian snacks, was tragically discontinued, let’s give the spotlight to a cuddly classic—Caramello Koala. This cheeky little guy has been melting hearts and taste buds since forever. Imagine biting into a smooth milk chocolate shell, only to hit that oozy caramel centre that sticks to your teeth just enough to remind you it was worth it.
We used to ration these as a kid, convinced that eating two in a row would somehow open a portal to heaven—or at least a sugar high worthy of a time-out. And guess what? They’re still going strong in the world of popular candy and Australian snacks.
Pop a few in your online cart and thank me later. Just don’t leave them in the sun unless you’re into caramel lava.
7. Meat Pies: Pie, But Make It Portable
Forget what you think you know about pies. Aussie meat pies are gravy-soaked happiness in a pastry shell. And Four’N Twenty pies are the real MVP.
Grab frozen versions online at Woolworths. Or make one from scratch with meat pie filling and puff pastry if you’re brave and flour-covered.
8. Wagon Wheels: Marshmallow Chaos
Wagon Wheels is biscuit. It’s jam. It’s chocolate. It’s marshmallow. It’s slightly too big for your mouth, but that won’t stop you. Classic Aussie lunchbox chaos in a wheel shape. Every Aussie schoolkid has had these best Australian snacks in their lunchbox at least once—and if you didn’t, you were definitely trying to trade your carrot sticks for one. They’re a throwback to simpler times, when dessert came in wheel form and sharing was optional. One bite and bam—childhood unlocked. Also makes a great bribe for kids—or nostalgic grown-ups.
The Australian Food Shop offers Arnott Wagon Wheels at affordable prices, with worldwide deliveries, but at a hefty price. Need a cheaper way of sending this popular Australian snack to your mates in another part of the world? We’ll tell you about Jetkrate shortly.
9. Twisties
Imagine cheesy, crunchy lightning bolts of flavour. That’s Twisties. The flavour dust sticks to your soul (and your shirt) in all the best ways. These oddly shaped, neon-orange curls have a flavour that’s borderline chaotic, in a good way. Twisties leave a glorious dusting of flavour residue on your fingers (and possibly your soul). Aussies have been munching on these since the beginning of time, or at least it feels like.
A snack so loud it should come with a warning label—and we love that for it.
10. Allen’s Snakes Alive: The Long, Chewy Legends
They may all taste suspiciously similar, but you’ll still pretend to have a favourite. (It’s red. Always red.) These aren’t just lollies—they’re edible nostalgia ropes. Allen’s Snakes Alive have slithered their way into every Aussie childhood memory, from school lunchboxes to long car trips. Each snake is a chewy, stretchy, sugary delight—though let’s be honest, they all taste vaguely fruity in the same way every juice box does.
Red’s the fan favourite (obviously), followed by orange if you’re desperate. Bendy, stretchy, and just the right amount of chewy to make your jaw work for it.
Allen’s also makes a huge range of Australian snacks, from frogs to pineapples. All of them chewy. All of them dangerously addictive.
11. Burger Rings: Smells Like a Pub, Tastes Like Childhood
Burger Rings are loud—visually, aromatically, and emotionally. They look radioactive, smell like fast food, and taste like every good childhood memory smashed into one. These popular Australian snacks reek (in the best way) of tangy, smoky goodness, and one whiff takes you back to school tuck shops and birthday parties with plastic tablecloths.
Bonus: they’re a snack and a social experiment. Open a bag in public. Watch them flock.
12. Minties: Tooth Testers
Fresh, chewy, and guaranteed to pull out that dodgy molar. Minties are the kind of lolly you’ll complain about mid-chew… then reach for another. They’re dangerously moreish. Old-school, nostalgic, and one of the best Australian snacks for a long-haul flight or road trip (if you don’t mind silence while everyone chews).
13. Anzac Biscuits: Golden Syrup Glory
Crunchy or chewy? Families are divided. Either way, these oaty, coconut-laced bikkies are rich in history and even richer in flavour. Anzac biscuits aren’t just a snack—they’re edible heritage. Originally baked and sent to ANZAC soldiers during WWI, these oaty legends have stood the test of time.
Made with rolled oats, golden syrup, desiccated coconut, and zero eggs (for longevity during shipping). Pick your favourite flavour between the two camps: crunchy or chewy. Dip them in tea, smash them with ice cream, or eat them straight from the tin while pretending you’re only having one.
14. Lamingtons: Fluffy Coconut Magic
Fluffy sponge cake covered in chocolate and coconut, often with cream or jam. Lamingtons are messy, decadent, and basically edible pillows of joy. They present an excellent balance of different flavours, including the cake’s mellow sweetness, jam’s tartness, chocolate’s richness, and the coconut’s exotic sweetness.
You can even prepare your own lamington-flavoured Tim Tams, because we are a snack-obsessed nation and proud of it.
15. Cheezels: Wear ‘Em, Then Devour ‘Em
Aussie kids grow up with Cheezels on their fingers and orange dust on their shirts. Giant, cheesy rings made for munching and accessorising. Cheezels are among the most popular Australian snacks; they’re crispy puffy rings made with rice and corn and give a strong savoury cheddar cheese flavour.
If jewellery isn’t edible, what’s the point? Stick one ring to each of your fingers, then munch them one by one.
Jetkrate: Snack Smuggling Made Simple
Love this snack list, but stuck overseas? Don’t stress. Jetkrate is your secret weapon. Jetkrate gives you an Aussie shipping address, so you can order from any local store—even ones that don’t do international delivery.
You shop as many as you need. Jetkrate collects, combines your parcels, and ships them wherever you are. Whether you’re sending popular Australian snacks to your homesick mate in Canada or building your own bunker of Tim Tams in Berlin, Jetkrate makes it ridiculously easy. Sign up for a Jetkrate account to get a free local Australian address and start shopping for your favourite Australian snacks.
Final Crumbs
Whether you’re a born-and-bred Aussie chasing nostalgia or just snack-curious from afar, these popular Australian snacks are the stuff of legends. Sweet, salty, chewy, crumbly—it’s a buffet of joy in every bite. So, skip the souvenir magnets and send something that tastes like home. And remember: the Tim Tam Slam is not optional. It’s a lifestyle.
Want help bundling your snack order through Jetkrate? Get assistance placing orders and shipping your favourite Aussie snacks to your destination worldwide. Send your request via Jetkrate’s contact form and get help shopping at any local Aussie stores.