Top 5 Nigerian Cookies and Biscuits You Can Buy Online or In-Store This Weekend

Sometimes all you need is a little taste of home. For Nigerians living in Canada, nothing hits the spot like the crunchy, sweet, and nostalgic snacks we grew up with. From crispy chinchin to buttery shortbread, these treats bring back memories of school breaks, street snacks, and family gatherings.

The best part? You don’t have to wait for someone to bring them from Nigeria—Joe’s African Caribbean Market makes it easy to shop for your favorite Nigerian cookies and biscuits online or in-store across Canada.

Here are the top 5 you’ll want to grab this weekend.

1. Burger Peanuts – Crunchy & Addictive

If you grew up in Nigeria, you know Burger Peanuts are more than just a snack—they’re a full-on craving. Coated in a crunchy shell with just the right hint of sweetness, these peanuts are the perfect balance between nutty and tasty.

Great for road trips, movie nights, or just snacking while chatting with friends.

 

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2. McVitie’s Shortbread – Buttery Goodness

McVitie’s Shortbread is a Nigerian favorite snack that has stood the test of time. Buttery, crumbly, and just the right amount of sweet, these biscuits go perfectly with a cup of drink.

If you’re looking for something comforting, McVitie’s is a classic choice you can’t go wrong with.

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3. Cake Fried Dumpling – Sweet & Filling

These bite-sized fried dumplings are like little cakes you can pop into your mouth. Golden on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re a common Nigerian street snack and also a favorite at home.

Fried dumplings are a quick treat that satisfies both hunger and sweet tooth cravings.

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4. Chinchin – Crunchy Nigerian Classic

No Nigerian snack list is complete without chin chin. These small, crunchy fried dough pieces are a necessary snack at parties, holiday celebrations, and everyday snacking. With their slightly sweet, nutmeg-spiced flavor, they’re the kind of treat you can never stop munching on.

It perfectly goes with a soft drink or even as a quick grab-and-go snack.

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5. Sweets—Colorful & Nostalgic

Sometimes it’s the simple things that remind us most of home. Nigerian sweets—bright, colorful, and full of fruity flavors—are the little candies that bring back memories of childhood, corner shops, and after-school moments.

A bag of these will instantly take you back to the streets of Nigeria.

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Where to Get These Nigerian Snacks in Canada

Finding Nigerian cookies, biscuits, and sweets in Canada doesn’t have to be a struggle. At Joe’s African Caribbean Market, we stock all your favorites—Burger Peanuts, McVitie’s Shortbread, Chinchin, and more—so you can enjoy them whenever the craving strikes.

If you love African snacks in general, you’ll also enjoy our guide: Craving African Snacks? Here’s Where to Get Them in Canada.

Bringing the Taste of Nigeria to Your Door

Snacking is more than just eating—it’s a way to connect with culture, memories, and moments of comfort. Whether you shop online for delivery across Canada or stop by in-store, Joe’s African Caribbean Market has you covered with all the Nigerian cookies, biscuits, and sweets you know and love.

Shop now at Joe’s African Caribbean Market and make this weekend sweeter with your favorite Nigerian snacks.

Because no matter where you are in Canada, the taste of home is just one bite away.