30 Homemade Salty Snacks That’ll Satisfy Even The Biggest Potato Chip Craving

When the craving for a super-savory, umami-laden snack hits, nothing else will do. You could turn to store-bought chips and their ilk, but if you’re here, we’re betting you’re the type who prefers something a little more homemade. Whether you’re looking for healthier options for you and your family or just like a DIY challenge, we’ve got 30 homemade salty snack recipes for you here. Bonus: They’re perfect for party spreads too, so bookmark them for your next game day or cocktail party.

Got a hankering for some chips? Try our sweet potato chips, our “fauxtato” chips (made from radishes!), our pasta chips, or our salami chips. Want something you can munch on by the handful? Check out our roasted chickpeas, our curry-lime cashews, our stovetop popcorn, or our ramen snack mix. Is your preferred snack more of a mini meal? Try our homemade chicken nuggets, our Japanese onigiri, our mac & cheese balls, or our herby baked falafel. Whichever you choose, many of these go great with dips, so go crazy with everything from tahini sauce to marinara to ranch dressing.

When a snack attack hits, we want something salty and crunchy, FAST. That’s why we’ve also included a number of air fryer recipes on this list. There really is no better way to get that crispy outside you crave, without busting out fryer oil or preheating your oven for ages. Check out our air fryer French fries, our air fryer hot pockets, our air fryer kale chips, or our air fryer broccoli ranch tots. Don’t have any air fryer? Don’t worry, most recipes have alternative oven instructions too (you just might have to wait a tiny bit longer for your snack fix!).

Want even more snack ideas? Check out our favorite sweet snacks, our top healthy snacks to buy, and our best high-fiber snack recipes too.