The American snack invasion of UK supermarkets is well underway. What started with Oreos and Pringles has expanded into a wide range of US brands landing on mainstream shelves. Here is what you can reliably find, where to look, and which are worth buying.
Crisps and Salty Snacks
Takis are the spiciest American arrival of recent years. The rolled corn tortilla chips, famous for their intense chilli and lime punch, are now officially stocked at Morrisons, Co-op, Iceland, Aldi, and Farmfoods. Fuego (the original) and Blue Heat are the most widely available flavours in the UK. Use the Takis Near Me search tool to find your nearest stockist by postcode.
Cheetos Flamin' Hot are sold in the UK via Walkers / PepsiCo and available in Tesco, Sainsbury's, and larger Asda stores. The UK version carries a solid chilli heat — milder than the US original but still notably spicy. The Crunchy variety is the better match to Takis' texture if that is what you are after.
Doritos are technically American (PepsiCo) and have been in UK supermarkets for decades. The UK range is narrower than in the US, but Chilli Heatwave, Cool Original, and Tangy Cheese are permanent fixtures everywhere. Chilli Heatwave is the closest widely-available crisp to Takis' flavour profile.
Pringles — another American brand (Kellogg's, now Kellanova) — are ubiquitous in the UK. The Hot & Spicy and Paprika varieties give you a spicy fix without the intense heat of Takis.
Chocolate and Candy
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are probably the most successful American candy crossover in the UK. They are now stocked permanently in Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, and most convenience stores. The combination of milk chocolate and peanut butter has won over British palates decisively. Bigger supermarkets carry the cups, pieces, and Reese's-branded chocolate bars.
Hershey's chocolate bars and Kisses are available in Tesco and Asda. British chocolate fans often find Hershey's divisive — the slight tanginess comes from a different manufacturing process — but it is an authentic American experience. Kisses in particular make an affordable American novelty.
M&Ms and Skittles are American brands (both Mars group) that have been available in the UK for many years. The core ranges are in every supermarket. American-exclusive flavours and giant formats are available through Amazon UK and specialist importers.
Cookies and Biscuits
Oreos are the world's best-selling cookie and widely available in the UK. Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, Aldi, and Lidl all carry the standard variety, with Tesco and Sainsbury's stocking Thins, Double Stuf, and rotating seasonal flavours. The UK version is made in a different facility to the US original but the taste is essentially the same.
Breakfast and Pastry
Pop-Tarts became a permanent UK supermarket fixture around 2023 and are now found in Tesco, Asda, and Morrisons. Strawberry and Blueberry are the most commonly stocked flavours. They are best toasted — eating them cold dramatically undersells them.
Lucky Charms are available in larger Tesco and Asda stores, typically shelved in the world foods or cereals section. They are more of an occasional novelty at UK prices than a daily breakfast choice, but they are genuinely on mainstream shelves now.
Where to Find American Snacks in UK Supermarkets
- Tesco and Sainsbury's — broadest range. Most items on this list are stocked here permanently.
- Asda — strong for American candy, especially Reese's and Hershey's.
- Iceland — a surprisingly good source for American snacks, including Takis and Cheetos.
- Morrisons — stocks Takis, Reese's, and a growing American section in larger stores.
- Farmfoods and Aldi — reliable for Takis; other American products rotate in and out as special buys.
- Amazon UK and Ocado — best for variety and harder-to-find flavours without visiting a specialist.
- American candy shops — retailers like American Fizz and American Candy Co carry the widest ranges, including US-exclusive flavours unavailable in supermarkets.
Availability varies significantly by store size and region — a large out-of-town superstore will carry far more than a small city-centre branch. For Takis specifically, use the Takis Near Me search tool to check live stockist data for your nearest store by postcode.