The Best Chips and Crackers of 2025: See the Winners From SELF’s Pantry Awards

One tester said: “I was surprised by how strong they are in flavor! They definitely have latke vibes. Great for dipping, sneaking into a sandwich, or just snacking on when you’re craving something salty.”

Best Puffs: Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Canyon Poppers, Aged White Cheddar

Best Puffs

Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Canyon Poppers, Aged White Cheddar

Why we love them: Sometimes the crunchy-then-barely-there vibe of a puff just hits in a way that a typical chip or cracker can’t. These ones are giving Cheetos, all grown-up. The aged white cheddar brings a more deep cheesy flavor, and the texture is perfectly crispy yet airy.

One tester said: “They taste exactly like the cheese puffs I used to eat as a kid, and I only needed a handful or two to satisfy my savory cravings.”

Best Crackers

Best Seed Cracker: Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed

Best Seed Cracker

Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed

Why we love them: It’s a cracker that can do both: solo snack and complementary vessel for dips and cheeses of all kinds. Mary’s get their bite from a seedy medley (including sunflower, pumpkin, flax, sesame, and poppy seeds) that imparts an earthy taste and serious body. You won’t even miss the flour, which is a bonus for gluten-free folks. They come in six flavors, but our testers’ favorites were Everything, Basil+Garlic, and Jalapeño—the last of which is spicier than you might think, fair warning.

One tester said: “They’re perfectly crispy, and thin and light enough that you don’t get too full [from eating them], but they’re still a really satisfying snack.”

Best Cheesy Cracker: Simple Mills Pizza Pop Mmms Baked Snack Crackers

Best Cheesy Cracker

Simple Mills Pizza Pop Mmms Baked Snack Crackers

Why we love them: These puffed-up poppers are tiny and airy enough to crunch by the handful, and their pizza flavor will have you doing just that. It’s another cracker version of a beloved food that tastes just like its namesake (noticing a trend on this list?), and we’re here for it. They’re also made with a veggie flour containing butternut squash and red beans, so gluten-free folks can get in on the action.

One tester said: “These are like lighter, airier Cheez-Its but with a distinctly pizza flavor…. And I love them!”

Best Charcuterie Board Cracker: Simple Mills Fine Ground Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers

Best Charcuterie Board Cracker

Simple Mills Fine Ground Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers

Why we love them: Like the perfect plain white T-shirt of crackers, these get their power from their versatility. A few of our testers lauded them as the ideal vessel for dips and spreads—a pantry staple, given their simple taste and sturdiness. If you entertain often, you’ll want to keep them stocked for boards and platters, particularly if you or someone in your life doesn’t eat gluten.

One tester said: “They’re easy to snack on and don’t create so much residue that you have to wash your hands after eating a few.”

Best “Fancy” Cracker: Lesley Stowe Raincoast Crisps

Best “Fancy” Cracker

Lesley Stowe Raincoast Crisps

Why we love them: You know those crackers they serve at cutesy wine bars that kinda look like a mosaic of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits? These are basically them, and if you want to switch up your charcuterie board or just love a little sweet with your savory, we recommend purchasing immediately. They come in a few flavors, but our testers ranked the fig and olive as tops.