The solution to between-meals hunger pangs, the ideal accompaniment to a movie or night in front of the TV, and often the most welcome guest of all at any type of party – snacks are our saviours on so many occasions. We've searched the globe to uncover the tastiest, most popular snacks eaten in different countries, from familiar favourites to beautiful bites you might never have heard of.

Click or scroll on through our countdown of the world's most delicious snacks, from sweet treats to seriously savoury creations that pack in the flavour.

We've based our ranking on the enduring popularity of each snack in its place of origin and beyond, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

From sweet to savoury, the tastiest snacks ranked