In response to these persistent calls, PepsiCo South Africa confirmed that as of March 3, the sour cream and onion crisps are back on shelves for good.

“We all love a good comeback - especially when it’s legendary!” they said, expressing gratitude for the loyalty of South African consumers who kept the flavour alive in conversation.

They also mentioned another return to celebrate the Argentinian creamy pepper steak flavour, affirming their commitment to restoring beloved tastes to the market.

To celebrate this epic comeback, Lay’s South Africa has teamed up with football legends Lucas Radebe and Lionel Messi, promising that “nothing brings the joy of game nights quite like great football and great snacks.”

The team noted, “Seeing these two fan-favourite flavours return is like a winning goal in extra time. The crisp’s signature taste, light crunch, and quality remain a comforting constant for South Africans, whether enjoyed during a match with friends or as a solitary snack.”

As news of the official comeback spread like wildfire on social media, fans expressed their excitement.

Enthusiastic posts filled platforms, with users eagerly confirming their quest to grab the crisps. “Sour cream and onion Lay’s are back! Give me the whole box of it right now,” tweeted @Kiiiaarraa_.

Another user, @FundiT_, chimed in, “I’m gonna cry (crying emojis)” while @blue_pours exclaimed, “Getting myself a packet of the sour cream and onion crisps tomorrow since they are back.”

Even those unfamiliar with the crisps’ prior unavailability expressed joy; as @ilitha noted, “Everyone is so excited… meanwhile I didn’t even know they weren’t selling it anymore.”

This sweet comeback resonates not just with taste buds but with a community that rallied together to voice their desire for a cherished snack.

As the sour cream and onion crisps return to shelves, South Africans can once again indulge in the delightful crunch that unites them - a reminder that sometimes, the things we love can indeed come back.

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Mzansi's favourite sour cream and onion crisps make a nostalgic return to shelves