By My 2025 Super Bowl Traeger Game Day Contest Submission
Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about football for me—it’s about firing up the Traeger and cooking food that gets people talking. This year I decided to throw my hat in the ring for the 2025 Traeger Game Day Contest, and I brought out some of my absolute favorite recipes to make it happen.
When I think game day, I want bold flavors, finger foods that keep people coming back for more, and just the right amount of backyard creativity. Here’s what I rolled out for my Super Bowl spread:
Game Day Wet Wings
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again—wings make the game. My Game Day Wet Wings are the kind of sticky, saucy perfection that you need plenty of napkins for. Smoked low, sauced heavy, and packed with flavor, these wings never last long when I set them down in front of a hungry crowd.
Party Ribs
Now this one was fun. The internet’s been buzzing about Party Ribs, and I knew I had to give them the full Traeger treatment. Cut down into smaller, bite-sized rib portions, these are perfect for grabbing with one hand while holding a cold drink in the other. Saucy, smoky, and easy to share—it’s no wonder they’ve been making the rounds online.
Jalapeño Poppers
No game day lineup is complete without a little heat, and my Game Day Jalapeño Poppers bring just that. Stuffed, wrapped, and kissed with smoke, they’ve got the perfect mix of creamy, spicy, and savory. They disappear faster than touchdowns hit the scoreboard.
Bacon Wrapped Oreos
And then there’s the wildcard—Bacon Wrapped Oreos. Yep, you read that right. Sweet meets salty meets smoky, and trust me, these little bites get the most double-takes at the table. People hesitate at first, then they try one, and suddenly the plate’s empty. That’s the kind of game day play I like to run.
Why I Chose These Recipes
For me, the Super Bowl is all about variety and fun. I wanted to showcase recipes that:
- Keep the family talking – Nothing starts conversations like bacon-wrapped desserts or ribs cut into bite-sized portions.
- Work perfectly on the Traeger – From low-and-slow smoke to quick bursts of heat, every recipe highlights what the grill can do.
- Hit all the flavor notes – Sweet, spicy, smoky, savory—I made sure every craving was covered.
Wrapping It Up
Competing in the 2025 Super Bowl Traeger Game Day contest was a blast. I had wings that made a mess in the best way possible, ribs that went viral before they even hit the plate, jalapeño poppers that brought the heat, and bacon-wrapped Oreos that stole the show.
Whether I win or not, I know one thing: my friends and family ate like champions, and that’s what game day is all about.
Ready to fire up your own Traeger spread? Give these recipes a try and make your Super Bowl Sunday unforgettable.