Trying Italy’s HOTTEST Snack Trends of 2025!
Italy is famous for its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and, of course, Italian cuisine. But while even I focus a lot on pizza, pasta, and gelato, let’s not forget one of Italy’s best-kept secrets—its variety of snacks!
Italy isn’t just about long, leisurely meals at a trattoria; it’s also home to some of the most delicious, high-quality, and, maybe even, life-changing snacks. The best part? There are mostly decent ingredients in these items (considering they are packaged) and they’re easy to carry around while exploring, so you can snack your way through Italy without hunger pains (not that we thought there was a possibility you could go hungry!)
Recently, I dived into the best Italian snack foods, but my next venture was all about trying those deemed the most popular Italian snacks of 2025 to see if they truly live up to the hype. For the most part, these also make great edible souvenirs, so leave some extra room in your suitcase if travelling to Italy this year!
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Italy’s Most Popular Snacks of 2025
Here’s what I taste tested:
- PiùGusto Porchetta
- PiùGusto Cacio e Pepe
- Grissini
- Baiocchi
- Gocciole Finger
- Tartelle
- Nutella B-ready
- Kornetti
- CioccoSole
- Rossana Pistacchio
- Venchi Cremino Pistacchio
PiùGusto Porchetta
San Carlo is hands down the king of Italian chips (or crisps, depending on where you come from) —and for good reason. Their crisps are baked, not fried, gluten-free, made with natural ingredients, and contain no artificial colouring. So when I saw they had a porchetta-flavoured version, you know I had to try it.
The moment I opened the bag, I was hit with a wonderful aroma of spices, especially rosemary. The crunch? Perfect. At first, the flavour seemed mild, but then, like an explosion in my mouth, a wave of porchetta goodness hit my taste buds. It was flavourful, savory, well-balanced, and absolutely worth trying for anyone visiting Italy. A brilliant idea for a chip flavour, and honestly, San Carlo nailed it.
Score: 10/10.
PiùGusto Cacio e Pepe
Next up in my Most Popular Italian Snacks review,, another offering from San Carlo, so again, gluten-free, free from artificial colouring, and baked—not fried. But here’s where things get interesting: this one is supposed to be cacio e pepe-flavoured, so you can imagine my excitement.
When I opened the bag, I got a light, cheesy aroma, and I could definitely see the black pepper specks on the crisps. This was a good sign, but after a few tastes, I wasn’t impressed. I was expecting a bold, creamy cheese with a peppery kick, but instead… it was pretty mild. The potato chips were nice, but they didn’t create a cacio e pepe experience for me.
Score 5/10
Grissini
These spelt-based breadsticks (known as farro in Italian) were store-bought, but far from ordinary. Spelt is an ancient grain, high in fiber and packed with nutrients, so a great alternative to regular wheat.
The dark colour of the grissini give them a more rustic, artisan feel, and they are crunchy, yet slightly chewy in texture with a beautiful depth of flavour. Not your average breadcrumb-like breadstick.
They aren’t an everyday snack for me but a really strong contendor for fantastic quality and flavour.
Score 10/10
Baiocchi (Pistachio Flavored Snack)
When it comes to biscuits, Mulino Bianco never disappoints, and as many of you already know I can’t resist a delicious biscuit (so yes in Italy biscuits are considered very appropriate snacks!). Baiocchi are already a classic, usually filled with chocolate-hazelnut spread, but the newest version filled with pistachio are next level.
As soon as I opened one, I was greeted by a beautiful, rich pistachio filling. The flavour? Delicate, nutty, and incredibly smooth. I would even go as so far as to say they are superior to the original chocolate version. The biscuit itself is baked perfectly, with just the right amount of crumble.
This is the kind of snack which is impossible to stop at just one—I could have easily finished the whole pack in one sitting. So glad it’s part of the Most Popular Italian Snacks review!
Score 10/10
Gocciole Finger
I grew up eating Gocciole biscuits, the classic teardrop-shaped cookies loved by so many in Italy. But today, I tried a different version—the Gocciole Finger.
This one had a cookie stick shape, with chocolate on one side and biscuit on the other. The texture was crumbly and light, and the chocolate had a nice flavour. But honestly? The original Gocciole is still the best.
It wasn’t a bad snack, but I wouldn’t call it a must-try when visiting Italy. If you want to experience Gocciole, stick to the classic teardrop-shaped version—these don’t come close.
Score 7/10
Tartelle
This snack immediately caught my attention—made with 100% Italian apples, fresh eggs, and artisan butter, it promised a quality experience. They also come in individual packaging, making them perfect for an everyday snack, for work, school, or on the go.
The moment I opened one, I was hit with a beautiful apple aroma. The shortcrust pastry was moist, delicate, and melted in my mouth, while the apple filling was rich, flavourful, and packed with real apple pieces.
It’s the kind of snack that makes you proud to see on Italian supermarket shelves. If you love apple-based desserts like strudel or apple pie, then this is definitely a great snack to try.
Score 10/10
Nutella B-ready
In this Most Popular Italian Snacks taste test, my 4 year old son Sebastian joined me—mainly because this is an irresistible snack for him!
Nutella B-Ready comes in the shape of a mini bread roll, with small dents on top, almost like a scored loaf. Ferrero Rocher, a global giant, produces it, making it widely available worldwide. But let’s be honest—Nutella is always a win.
The moment you bite into it, you get a burst of creamy Nutella inside, perfectly balanced by the crispy biscuit shell. And because they’re small, it’s dangerously easy to finish one in seconds.
Sebastian fully approved—and I have to agree!
Score 9/10
Kornetti (Another snack from Kinder)
Kornetti is often confused with a croissant, but in Italy, cornetti are actually closer to a brioche-style pastry.
One great thing about Kornetti? The individual packaging, making it an easy on-the-go snack. It had a nice shape and a soft texture, and it wasn’t too big—a good portion size.
But when it came to flavour? A bit disappointing. Sebastian tried it too, and while he thought it was okay, neither of us were particularly impressed. The pastry wasn’t too dry, but it wasn’t really moist either. And the biggest letdown was that there was not enough chocolate inside! I was expecting a rich, creamy filling, but there just wasn’t much there.
Score 6/10
CioccoSole (Another snack from Mulino Bianco)
This one stood out because of its green packaging—which in their range means high-quality ingredients. This snack was gluten-free, lactose-free, and higher in fibre, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.
These come in small individual packets, with four biscuits per pack—perfect for portion control (or not, depending on your self-control ha!). The biscuits were chocolatey and rich, and you could clearly see the chocolate chips inside each one.
Sebastian loved them, and honestly, so did I! Even though they were gluten- and lactose-free, I was pleasantly surprised by the texture and the aftertaste—no compromise on flavour at all.
Score 10/10
Rossana pistacchio
If you grew up in Italy, you definitely know Rossana. They make iconic Italian candies, and I’ve been a huge fan for years—especially their classic caramel-flavoured ones. If you grew up outside of Italy but with origins there, than your Nonni probably always had these in their bag!
This time, I tried their pistachio version, made with Sicilian pistachios. It was a hard candy on the outside, but inside? A soft, creamy pistachio filling that melted beautifully in the mouth.
Did I like it? Yes. Was it as good as the original? Not quite. The classic Rossana flavour still wins, but this pistachio twist was definitely enjoyable.
Score 8/10
Venchi Cremino Pistacchio
In my opinion, Venchi is the best chocolate maker in Italy. If you ever visit Rome, you’ll find a Venchi shop near the Pantheon—and trust me, it’s worth stopping by, not just for their chocolate but also for their incredible gelato. Luckily, you don’t have to be in Rome to try it; Venchi products are available all over Italy.
When I unwrapped the gold foil, I was met with a beautiful green chocolate. It had classic chocolate in the middle, surrounded by pistachio-infused chocolate on the outside and visually was really beautiful.
As a chocolate lover, this was a great experience, but I like my chocolate to be just chocolate. I don’t mind nuts in a chocolate bar, but when I want dark chocolate, I want pure chocolate, not too many extra flavours. So while this was a fantastic idea and a well-made product, it wasn’t for me. Not terrible, but not my first choice.
Score 7/10
Bonus: Most Popular Italian Snacks Review – Haribo Kimono
Sebastian picked this one out—a liquorice snack from Haribo (and not at all Italian, but I did buy them while visiting!!). These have no artificial colouring, and althought a bit hard, they’re perfect for sharing. Even Nonna loves it, which says a lot!
Sebastian’s final verdict? A solid 10/10!
Final Thoughts on Italy’s Best Snacks
I hope you enjoyed this review of Most Popular Italian Snacks for 2025 and had fun seeing Sebastian join in towards the end. He definitely had some strong opinions!
So, which of these Italian snacks would you love to try? And is there an Italian snack you’d like me to review next? Let me know in the comments! I’m always on the hunt for more delicious Italian treats to taste and share.
I also reviewed the Most Popular Italian Pastries, like the vanilla custard-filled Zeppole di San Giuseppe and the classic Crostatina. So if you love sweet snacks, this is for you.
Cannoli is one of the Most Popular Italian Pastries, and you don’t have to travel to Italy to enjoy it—make it at home with this recipe
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