5 Most Consumed Candies in the US

This piece will look at the 5 most consumed candies in the US. If you want to read our analysis of what’s been happening in the candy market over the past year, head on to 20 Most Consumed Candies in the US.

5. Hot Tamales

Search Volume by Keyword in the United States: 22,200

Hot Tamales is one of the most consumed candies in the United States and is a popular treat choice for Halloween. Hot Tamales is owned by the Ferrara Candy Company, a division of the Italian Ferrero Company. The candy was created and introduced to the market in 1922. With a search volume of 22,200 in the United States, the bar stands as the fifth most consumed candy in the US.

4. Starburst

Search Volume by Keyword in the United States: 49,500

Starburst is a popular candy owned by the Mars Wrigley Confectionary, a division of Mars Incorporated. The candy was created and introduced to the market in the 1960s. The candy is ranked as the fourth most consumed candy in the United States according to Candystore.com.

3. M&M’s

Search Volume by Keyword in the United States: 40,500

M&M’s is owned by Mars Wrigley Confectionary, a division of Mars Incorporated. The candy was introduced in 1941, and since then has been one of the most consumed candies in the United States. The candy comes in different flavors, contributing to its popularity among kids of all ages.

2. Skittles

Search Volume by Keyword in the United States: 110,000

Skittles, owned by Mars Incorporated, is sold across the United States contributing to its ranking as one of the most consumed candies in the United States. The candy was first introduced in 1974. Skittles are popular among kids for their colorful packaging.

1. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Search Volume by Keyword in the United States: 18,100

Global Search Volume by Keyword: 37,500

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups is sold in over 60 countries and is owned by The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY). The candy was first created and introduced to the market in 1928. The candy is a popular Halloween staple. With a high sales volume in the United States as per Candystore.com, the bar stands as the most consumed candy in the US.

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