HobNobs

HobNobs is a brand of biscuit produced by McVitie's in the United Kingdom. It is an oat-based cookie with a roughly textured surface and a crisp, crumbly bite. The name is linked to the English verb hobnob, which refers to socializing and sharing a treat, a connection reflected in the biscuit’s traditional role as a tea-time snack.

The plain HobNobs is the original variety, made from rolled oats and wheat flour. Chocolate HobNobs, available in milk chocolate and in some markets dark chocolate, coat the biscuit with chocolate for a sweeter option. Over the years, additional market variants and regional versions have appeared, but the core product remains an oat biscuit designed to be enjoyed with beverages.

HobNobs is widely sold in the United Kingdom and Ireland and is distributed internationally through supermarkets and online retailers. It is commonly associated with teatime and is frequently dunked in tea or coffee. The biscuits are typically packaged in a box or sleeve and marketed as a sturdy, flavorful oat biscuit suitable for everyday snacking.

Nutritional and allergen information varies by variant and market. The product contains gluten from cereals and wheat, and oats are a key ingredient. It may be produced on facilities that handle other allergens, so consumers with allergies should consult packaging for specifics. HobNobs remains one of McVitie’s recognizable legacy products, frequently listed among staple British biscuits.