Travel Texas The Best Buc-ee’s Foods To Try That Are Under $5 There’s no going hungry with Buc-ee’s delicious in-house offerings. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on April 17, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email In case you haven’t heard, the whole South is experiencing Beaver fever. We’re talking about Buc-ee’s. The Texas chain has now expanded throughout the region (including the announcement of Tennessee’s first-ever location and Florida’s third location), and it’s no surprise that folks can’t get enough of the megastore and its jolly beaver mascot. Buc-ee’s is exactly the kind of multi-hyphenate we can get behind. It’s a gas station, convenience store, souvenir palace, and road trip experience all in one—with the cleanest bathrooms in America to boot. Kaitlyn Yarborough Now, we’ve divulged The Most Hilariously Southern Things You Can Find At Buc-ee’s, but for those looking to try unique Buc-ee’s foods without breaking the bank, there’s no shortage of delicious creations that are made in-house and ring in under $5. Warning: Be prepared to go back for seconds. 01 of 10 Beaver Nuggets Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $3.98-4.98 If Buc-ee the Beaver is the store's mascot, this is his favorite snack. You'll see bags upon bags of this crunchy snack on shelves all over each store. You can find a large bag of classic Beaver Nuggets for just under $5, or choose slightly smaller bags in different flavors such as White Cheddar and Cinnamon Sugar for around $4. 02 of 10 Banana Pudding Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $3.99-4.99 While Southern gas stations are known to have homemade cakes and desserts from time to time, homemade banana pudding isn't something you see often. You can indulge in either a small or large cup, and it's found in Buc-ee's prepackaged foods area near the fresh fruit cups and deli sandwiches. 03 of 10 Kolaches Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $1.99-2.99 The Czech pastry is a staple in Texas Hill Country, but luckily you can try the unique baked good at any location across the South. There's sweet variations such as Strawberry-Cream Cheese and Cherry for around $2, and heartier options on the savory side like the Sausage-and-Cheese Kolache for around $3, which makes the perfect breakfast option. 04 of 10 Hot-Roasted Nuts Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $4.49 If we could bottle up the scent of Buc-ee's, it'd be a combination of smoked brisket and the aroma of these sugary, glazed nuts that you can watch being churned in the center of the store. Choose from regular or cinnamon-glazed, as well as between different kinds of nuts. Trust us, it's hard to resist picking up a cone after smelling it in person. 05 of 10 Homemade Fudge Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $3.78 As if the in-house food selection wasn't impressive enough, the homemade fudge counter at each location feels like a trip back in time to old-fashioned soda shops. There's many different flavors you can taste-test and order by the pound, or shop the pre-cut squares that cost under $4. 06 of 10 Pork Rinds Price: $1.59 Southerners do love a crunchy pork rind alongside their candy, and Buc-ee's pork rinds are some of the most affordable snacks in the whole store. If the classic flavor isn't exciting enough, go for the flavored options, which include Dill and Habanero. 07 of 10 Pecan Log Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $2.99 This old-school roadside treat has all but disappeared in many convenience stores, but you'd be hard-pressed to find a better-tasting pecan log than the one at Buc-ee's. It's soft, chewy, and perfectly nutty. Perhaps that's why its pecan logs are piled up beside the checkout counter... 08 of 10 Beaver Chips Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $2.29 Fresh-fried chips aren't typically offered at the basic gas station. These are light, crispy, and begging to be paired with a brisket sandwich from the meat counter. Specifically, watch for new batches being set out for the freshest, best potato chips you've ever had. 09 of 10 Chamoy Peach Rings Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $2.98 This lesser-known favorite at Buc-ee's is not your average candy. You'll find it beside the other sour candies, except these peach rings have a savory, spicy twist. They're coated in chamoy, which is a condiment made of fruit (usually apricot, mango, or plums), dried chiles, and lime juice. 10 of 10 Beaver Tail Kaitlyn Yarborough Price: $3.79 For those with a major sweet tooth, how about a cinnamony croissant drizzled in icing? It's fashioned in the shape of a beaver tail and is about as large as your face, making it a decent bang for your buck. They'll even warm it up for you at the pastry counter! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit