February 5, 2026

We’re Just Here for the (Superbowl) Snacks 🏈

Editors of Late Checkout

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“SUPERBOWL! We are a big football family. We’ve been talking about what we are going to eat for Super Bowl for at least a month now.” Hedin’s golden rule: football food should hit hard without demanding constant attention.

So whether you’re Team Seahawks, Team Pats or just Team Snacks, she’s she’s sharing her playbook to tackle game day.

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Make It a Field Day

Turn your coffee table into a field. Cover it with astroturf, load it with food and let everyone stay locked on the screen.

Skip the Fryer

Her MVP move is skipping the fryer altogether and going all-in on pulled buffalo chicken for buffalo chicken tots or piled-high sandwiches,

Pack a Punch

“I love pouring big buckets of booze into a cute punch bowl.” Serve a big batch of Seahawks ‘Beast Mode’ Punch or a Boozy Church Lady Punch, which can also be made booze-free for littles to enjoy.

It’s Always Crunch Time

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“A crunchy snack is almost required for every party. For football, there’s something about crunching when nerves are running high.” Stressful fourth-down moments call for snacks with snap, think rosemary roasted cashews or ranch popcorn that can live on the table all game long.

Don’t Forget Dessert

Dessert deserves a moment and brownies are the quarterbacks here. “They’re fudgy and gooey and perfect for a ribbon of peanut butter or even with bacon.” Her Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies or Double Bacon Brownies