The Best Chinese New Year Snacks In 2026 That Are Totally Worth The Calories

By Karmen on 02 Feb 2026

Digital Editor

It’s that time of year again when we have a good excuse to indulge in unlimited snacks. That said, it’s wise to avoid gorging yourself and ending up with regrets (and a few extra kilos). Your best bet is to be strategic about it and savour only the very best CNY goodies!

Wondering what Chinese New Year snacks to prioritise stomach space for? Here are our picks:

#1 Hock Wong Bak Kwa

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Bakkwa gets a bad rep for being dry and difficult to chew, but that’s only if you haven’t tried Hong Wong’s bakkwa yet! Made with premium, select cuts of mature sow hind leg, this well-marbled bakkwa is tender to a tee and also has a rich, complex flavour thanks to a 60-day slow-ageing process.

In addition to traditional bakkwa (Snack Pack 200g: $13 | Premium Gift Boxes: $49 – $72), Hong Wong has created a variety of fun variations including Minced Pork Bakkwa, Sliced Pork Bakkwa, Crispy Bakkwa Tissue, and Bacon Bakkwa. There are also delicious Special Flavours ($25.60 - $32) like Mala, Black Pepper, and this year’s limited-edition special, Jasmine Longjing Tea.

Each bakkwa is individually vacuum-packed to lock in maximum freshness, flavour, and that just-grilled quality. When you’re craving a piece, simply pop it in the microwave for a few seconds!

Shop in-store at 248 Balestier Road or online at hockwong.com.sg.

#2 BreadTalk CNY Cookies

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Looking for CNY cookies that the whole extended family will love? BreadTalk has your back with five new cookie flavours alongside one returning favourite. Go for comforting classics like Peanut Butter Cookie ($15.80), Almond Butter Cookie ($15.80), and Hazelnut Cookie ($15.80).

Mix things up with something unique like the Scallion Butter Cookie ($15.80), which has a rich creamy buttery taste and scallion aroma, as well as the Salted Egg Kuih Kapit ($15.80), classic folded love letters with salted egg filling.

These cookies are also available in trios for $42 - perfect for gifting during house visits.

Shop in-stores islandwide.

#3 Chin Mee Chin CNY Goodies

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Two snack icons - Chin Mee Chin and Bee Cheng Hiang - have teamed up to create delicious snacks blending the former's signature pastries with the latter's bakkwa and pork floss.

Expect classic bakes with a festive twist! There's the fragrant Honey Madeleine with Kaya ($12, a box of 8) and crispy Kaya Twist ($12.80, tin of 7). For a little variety, why not get some cakes too? Try the delicately airy chiffon cakes in Pandan and Yuzu ($12 each, whole) or the Pork Floss Swiss Roll ($16, whole) with a butter cream centre and generous topping of savoury floss.

P.S.: there are dine-in exclusives too, such as Bakkwa and Pork Floss French Toast ($10).

Shop in-store at 204 East Coast Road or online at chinmeechin.sg.

#4 Mister Potato Zi Char Potato Chips

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Potato chips may not be a typical CNY snack, but Mister Potato is shaking things up with two Zi Char-inspired flavours that bring on the festive vibes.

Kam Heong Chicken, a fragrant, savoury delight that tastes just like the dish, while La Zi Ji delivers a numbing, spicy kick that's sure to be a conversation-starter.

And there's good news for blind box plushie collectors: there's a new Mister Potato edition to add to your collection! To snag a box, spend $10 or more on Mister Potato products in a single receipt at participating retailers.

Shop at all Giant, FairPrice, Prime Supermarket, Sheng Siong and 7-Eleven stores.

#5 Starbucks Assorted Egg Rolls

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Egg rolls, AKA love letters, are always a crowd-favourite during CNY gatherings. One that'll make an extra good impression is Starbucks' light, crispy, and aromatic egg rolls.

Each beautifully packed box ($29.90) includes a trio of flavours: two packs of Original Egg Rolls for those who like it sweet and simple, as well as one pack each of Strawberry and one Chocolate Egg Rolls for kids and those young at heart.

#6 Kele Sanrio Collection

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Pineapple tart experts, Kele, has joined hands with Sanrio to create an adorable collection of six collectible Sanrio-designed tins. Cute factor aside, these snacks are sure to hit the spot! The tins are filled with Kele's six best-selling festive treats:

Golden Pineapple Balls - Hello Kitty Edition ($37.80)
Traditional Pineapple Tarts - Pompompurin Edition ($37.80)
Double Cheese Ball - Kuromi Edition ($39.80)
Shrimp Rolls - My Melody Edition ($27.80)
Grandparents' Almond Cookies - Cinnamoroll Edition ($28.80)
Chicken Floss Rolls - Pochacco Edition ($27.80)

Shop in-stores and at kele.sg.

#7 Ding Bakery Pineapple Tarts

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Pineapple tart aficionados, Ding Bakery has you covered. With 10 different varieties of this quintessential CNY snack, there's something to suit every craving that hits.

For something classic, go for the best-selling Premium Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pineapple Tart ($23.87) or Nyonya Pineapple Tart ($21.69). A value-for-money option is the Golden Pineapple Ball ($15.15) which also comes in other flavours including Pandan, Salted Egg, Truffle, Taro Blueberry, Matcha, and even a pineapple-less one!

Shop online at cnygoodies.sg.

#8 Mdm Ling Bakery CNY Cookies

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Mdm Ling Bakery's snack line-up has something for everyone in your family and friend group, with halal-certified and vegetarian options to stock up on for inclusive CNY parties.

For fans of not-too-sweet snacks, the Premium Pineapple Balls ($22.80) is a good pick. The old folks will appreciate good ol' traditional choices like the Traditional Nanyang Love Letters ($22.80), Premium Kueh Bangkok ($25.80), and Shrimp Rolls ($20.80). Meanwhile, kids and those with a sweet tooth will love the more contemporary picks such as Red Velvet Cheese Cookies ($20.80), Chocolate Peanut Love Letter ($24.80), and Molten Chocolate Cookies ($24.80).