No-Mess Snacks You Can Eat While Gaming

The best way to immerse yourself in gaming is with no-mess snacks, so you can focus on what’s in front of you. Before you settle in and pick up that controller, check out our list of mess-free snacks that bring the fuel and flavor. Not only will you keep your hands clean, you’ll also stay energized for a weekend of skill and adventure.

What to Look for in Zero Mess Snacks

Easy Clean Up + No Dishes

Whether you’re causing major damage or grinding away, you need to concentrate. Having a pile of dirty dishes next to you can be distracting, especially when you’re close to leveling up. The best no-mess snacks eliminate the need to wash dishes and are fast and easy to clean up. 

Easy to Put Away

When you’ve set aside the time to game, the last thing you want is to leave the screen. No-mess snacks are best when they’re easy to take out and put away, allowing you to avoid pressing the pause button too frequently.

No Handwashing After (if You Like!)

Crumbs on keyboards and greasy controllers are major woes for hungry gamers. You game best when your equipment stays clean, so you’ll need snacks that won’t make your fingers grimy or slippery. 

Our Favorite Zero Mess Snacks

Jack Link’s Steak Strips

Keep your hands clean and your energy up with Jack Link’s Steak Strips. These no-mess snacks are ready-to-eat in their own tidy packages, which means no dishes or dirty fingers.

You can even get your snack on completely hands-free with these bad boys. Just stick them into your front pocket and take a bite when you need to refuel. Each strip is flawlessly seasoned and smoked to deliver a powerful punch of flavor and protein.

Lorissa’s Kitchen Sticks

Love tender jerky, but don’t want to keep reaching inside the bag? Try Lorissa’s Kitchen Meat Sticks, which have the smoked essence of jerky in a convenient stick form. Their rich flavor comes from a blend of simple ingredients and 100% grass-fed beef, allowing you to satisfy your taste buds while staying mess-free.

Cookies

When you need something sweet, go for bite-sized or soft cookies. Large, crispy cookies will likely leave crumbs, so it’s better if you can fit an entire cookie in your mouth or have something that won’t crumble.

Cut Vegetables

Trying to eat healthy? Then try a variety of cut veggies for a no-mess snack. Carrots, celery and bell peppers taste great on their own and won’t leave any greasy residue on your hands. You can even dunk them into some hummus for a no-drip dip option.

Popcorn or Chips

Sometimes popcorn and chips are the only way to satisfy a major case of the munchies. Fortunately, there’s a way to avoid the butter and grease that come with these snacks. Try caramel corn, baked chips or popcorn with a no-dust seasoning like black pepper.

Fruit

Fruit is an appetizingly sweet, no-mess snack that’s rich in nutrients. If you want to easily pop fruit into your mouth, try grapes or berries. For fruit that won’t leak juice on your lap when you bite into it, try bananas, apples or pears. 

Veggie Crisps

Veggie crisps deliver the satisfying crunch of regular potato chips without the grease. Partially crafted from dried veggies, they have a light, airy quality when you want a snack that’s not too heavy.

Yogurt

Individual cups of yogurt are easy to grab and eat, and you only need a spoon. But you can kick the no-mess factor up another notch with yogurt tubes. Just rip open and squeeze the creamy yogurt right into your mouth as you rack up points.

String Cheese

Forgo the dishes and grab some individually-wrapped string cheese. You don’t even need to pull it apart to enjoy it. Just open the package and dive right in for a simple, one-handed snack. 

Love cheese with a side of meat? Then you’ll love Jack Link’s Cold Crafted® meat and cheese combos. From cheddar and beef to pepperoni and mozzarella, these snacks are a match made in heaven.

Trail Mix

Whether you’re gaming with your friends or going on a solo quest, trail mix is a spectacular snack for any occasion. The best part is it’s totally customizable. Keep it simple with dried fruit and nuts, add some spice with wasabi peas or indulge your sweet tooth by mixing in some chocolate-covered candies or raisins.

Get Ready to Level Up With No-Mess Protein Snacks

Before you sit down for a night of crushing your enemies, make sure you’re ready to crush your hunger. From mouthwatering steak strips to tender beef sticks, we’ve got the perfect snack to fuel a night of boss-defeating gaming. Stock up on your favorite protein snacks at a store near you or shop online today.