But Aussie snacks don’t stop there. Like all countries, we have many food delicacies. Some are objectively delicious and some are questionable, but these are the ones you simply have to try.  

Anzac Biscuits 

Anzac Biscuits are an Aussie classic long associated with the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps established in World War I. They are sweet biscuits made of rolled oats, flour, sugar, butter, golden syrup, baking soda, boiling water, and desiccated coconut. Anzac biscuits have a soft, chewy texture and sweet coconut flavour, and are best if they’re home-made, so grab one at a café rather than a supermarket. 

Fairy bread 

The rest of the world finds it strange, but Australians are immensely proud of this food invention. Spread a (thick) layer of butter on a piece of white bread and top it with ‘hundreds and thousands’ – also known as sweet colourful sprinkles. Cut it into quarters for the authentic local presentation. This is a fun and easy snack to make and is a sure way to brighten your day and your tummy. 

Tim Tams 

As mentioned, Tim Tams are a proud Australian export. With two biscuity layers separated by a chocolatey creamy strip, all coated in thick milk chocolate, it’s hard to go wrong. You can eat the biscuits by themselves or try a Tim Tam slam – bite the diagonal corners of the rectangular biscuit, dip the bottom corner into a hot drink, and sip the drink through the top corner like a straw before munching on the whole soggy biscuit. Trust us, it’s out of control. 

Meat pies 

Ah, the classic Australian meat pie. More mystery than meat, they’re a juicy, gelatinous and often soupy meat mix all wrapped up in a crumbly pastry. Meat pies aren’t exactly a tidy food to eat. Generally, eating a meat pie involves dropping crumbs all over yourself and trying to get the sauce in the right places. Furthermore, they’re not a whole meal on their own. Enjoy them as a sit-down savoury snack. 

Cheezels 

A big hit at every Aussie kid’s birthday party and a prize if found in a lunch box, Cheezels are a type of ring-like, corn-based, cheese-flavoured Australian snack. The cheese is processed powder that will coat your fingers and leave them stained yellow for hours afterwards. You’ll find these in the chip aisle of the super market, despite them not really being a chip at all. You be the judge of this cheesy goodness.  

Lamingtons 

Lamingtons are a classic Australian sponge cake covered in chocolate sauce and dusted with coconut. Lighter and fluffier than most cakes, they crumble at a light touch. This iconic snack was first created in Brisbane, and is believed by historians to be named after either Lord Lamington, the Governor of our state of Queensland from 1896 to 1901, or his wife, Lady Lamington. Either way, they’re delicious. 

Macadamia nuts 

Macadamia nuts are grown and eaten around the world as a nut delicacy, but researchers at the University of Queensland have discovered that the global macadamia industry may have originated with a single tree from Gympie, located just a two-hour drive from Brisbane on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. One of the rare Aussie snacks that aren’t covered in sugar, this is a healthy study snack and great to have on hand when energy levels are low.  

Vegemite 

Vegemite is the most polarising of condiments. Its fans love it, its detractors utterly hate it. This is a thick, dark brown Australian food spread made from yeast extract with various vegetable and spice additives. You’re probably right to be sceptical – but somehow, the right mix of hot toast or crumpet, a slather of butter and just the right amount of Vegemite makes for an undeniably, mouth-wateringly delicious snack. If loving Vegemite is wrong, we don’t want to be right.  

Cherry Ripe 

This mixture of chocolate, cherry and coconut flavours is one of Australia’s oldest chocolate bars, and while it may be an acquired taste, most Aussies are well and truly on board. This is a ubiquitous snack that you’ll find in vending machines and on supermarket shelves all over Brisbane. Pick one up for a quick sugar fix.  

Milo 

Milo is a classic Australian staple for kids (and big kids alike). This chocolate-flavoured malted powder product is typically mixed with milk or hot water (or both) to produce a beverage – but you can also sprinkle it on ice-cream, cereal or use it in baking dishes. The key is the savoury malty goodness, mixed with the sweet chocolatey hit. If you’re cramming the night before an exam, a late-night Milo might just help to keep those eyes open a little longer.