Indiana’s Super Bowl Snack Showdown: Wings reign supreme, Queso takes the dip crown

INDIANA – Regarding the Super Bowl, the MVPs aren’t just on the field but on the snack table. From Buffalo Wings to Nachos, game day is just as much about scoring big with your bites as it is about the plays.

Two NFL powerhouses will square off once again for the sport’s ultimate prize: Super Bowl LIX. The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, February 9, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

Fox, which is airing Super Bowl LIX, announced that the event will be simulcast for free on Tubi, its ad-supported streaming platform.

Casino.org surveyed 3,000 Americans about their game-day go-to’s to uncover Indiana’s Super Bowl snacking habits. We asked them about their favorite snacks, dips, and drinks, whether they prefer homemade or store-bought options, and how much time they spend prepping their spreads.

Indiana’s Game Day Favorites:

  • Snack: Like in many other states, Buffalo wings reign supreme in Indiana.
  • Dip: Queso takes the crown as Indiana’s favorite Super Bowl dip, a classic choice for many.
  • Drink: Soda is the preferred beverage for most Hoosiers on game day.

Nationwide Trends:

  • Buffalo Wings: This classic snack claimed the top spot nationally, leading in 32 states.
  • Queso: This creamy dip dominated the nation, favored in 18 states.
  • Soda: Soda emerged as the most popular game day beverage in 31 states (and D.C.).

Key Findings:

  • Snack Importance: Americans rated snacks as highly important to their Super Bowl experience, giving them a 4/5 rating.
  • Homemade vs. Store-Bought: 56% of people prefer homemade snacks, showing a dedication to creating a special game day spread.
  • Prep Time: On average, Americans spend nearly an hour (56 minutes) preparing their Super Bowl snacks.

Beyond Indiana:

  • Other Popular Snacks: Chips, nachos, pizza, and cheese charcuterie boards also ranked high in different states.
  • Dip Diversity: While queso reigned supreme, Buffalo chicken dip, 7-layer dip, guacamole, ranch, and Velveeta cheese dip also had strong showings in various states.
  • The Soda vs. Beer Battle: Soda narrowly edged out beer as the most popular game-day beverage nationwide.

Conclusion

From wings to queso and a cold soda on the side, snacks are crucial to the Super Bowl experience for Hoosiers and Americans alike. Whether you’re cheering for your team or simply enjoying the show, the snack table will surely be a highlight of the day.

Methodology:

We surveyed 3,000 Americans on all things Super Bowl snacks. The data was then divided by state.