Bringing your own snacks on a flight is a smart way to save money and stay full—but not everything in your bag will make it through TSA. Some foods that seem fine, like dips or spreads, don’t meet the carry-on rules and could get tossed at security delaying your travels.
TSA limits liquids, gels, and anything spreadable to 3.4 ounces or less in carry-on bags. That includes things like hummus, peanut butter, and yogurt. If you're bringing any of those, make sure the container is small enough or plan to pack it in your checked luggage. Here are some snacks to double-check before you fly.
Meanwhile, TSA isn't only banning snacks, they have also banned seven travel essentials.
Creamy Cheeses
Cheeses like Brie or anything spreadable are limited. If it’s more than 3.4 ounces, TSA will make you toss it.
Honey
If it’s over 3.4 ounces and in your carry-on, you’ll have to leave it behind.
Hummus
Hummus and pretzels are great for the road, but hummus is considered a liquid. Most single-serve packs are too big, so check the label before packing.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter won't get through security unless it’s in a container under 3.4 ounces.
Salsa
Salsa is another one that’s considered a liquid. Anything over 3.4 ounces needs to go in your checked bag.
Pudding
TSA counts pudding as a liquid. Some snack cups sneak in under the limit, but others—like KozyShack—are too big.
Yogurt
Yogurt is also on the list. A lot of pouches or cups are just over the limit, so they’ll likely get flagged at security.
Bottom line- if you're packing snacks for your flight, double check the size and type before tossing them in your carry-on. Anything creamy, spreadable, or gel-like needs to be 3.4 ounces or less or it won’t make it past security.
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