12 Discontinued Candy Bars That Should Make a Comeback
For generations, candy bars have been a favorite treat. There are so many kinds that there is one for every sweet tooth. However, over the years, some well-known candy bars have been removed from the market, making fans miss their unique tastes and textures.
- Tricia Quitales
- 5 min read
Snacks like candy bars have always been a big part of culture, and some favorites have become famous over time. Unfortunately, some of these famous bars were taken off the market, making candy fans long for their return. This article discusses 12 candy bars that were taken off the market but are still very special to many people. Because they have unique flavor combinations and bring back good memories, these candy bars have every right to be back in the candy market today.
1. Butterfinger BB’s
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The Butterfinger BBs were little versions of the original Butterfinger bar. They had the same crunchy, peanut buttery coating. Fans loved these little treats because they were just the right amount of crunchy and tasty. Unfortunately, they were taken off the market in the early 2000s, but fans still want them to return because they are so small and delicious.
2. Oh Henry!
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Oh Henry! is a candy bar full of peanuts, caramel, and fudge. It was as sweet as some of the most popular candy bars. In the 1980s and 1990s, candy lovers loved it because it was chewy and had a unique mix of flavors. Even though it’s no longer sold, many people still remember how satisfying the crunch and sweetness were.
3. Mars Delight
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The Mars Delight bar had a special mix of milk chocolate, crunchy wafers, and a light caramel center. As an alternative to the more common Mars bar, it was smooth and lighter, providing a tasty treat without being too heavy. Even though Mars Delight was very popular when it first came out, it was taken off the market, and many fans still want it to return.
4. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Crunchy Cookie
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The Crunchy Cookie version of the classic Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup had cookies inside the creamy peanut butter, which made it a fun change. The cookie bits went well with the chocolate and peanut butter, making the texture stand out. Fans wish this perfect sweet and crunchy mix would return since it was taken off the market too soon.
5. 3 Musketeers Mint
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With a mint-flavored nougat center wrapped in milk chocolate, the 3 Musketeers Mint was a fun change from the original 3 Musketeers bar. It was a cool choice for candy lovers because it was light and airy and tasted like mint. Many people still remember it as the perfect mix of mint and chocolate, even though it was taken off the market.
6. Wonka Bar
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The Wonka Bar was based on Roald Dahl’s book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and its look and taste were magical. With its rich milk chocolate and gooey caramel center, the candy stayed true to the fun and silly tone of the book. People who liked both the book and the candy have been waiting for it to come back because it had the potential to become a classic.
7. Cadbury’s Spira
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Cadbury’s Spira was a milk chocolate bar in the shape of a spiral that was smooth and satisfying. The twisty shape gave the snack a fun element and set it apart from other candy in the aisle. Even though it was only available for a short time, Cadbury’s Spira fans want it to come back with the same simple but delicious charm.
8. Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups
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There were Butterfinger’s Peanut Butter Cups before Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. They had the famously crunchy peanut butter center of a Butterfinger bar with a layer of chocolate. It was delicious, with both smooth and crunchy textures. This version was taken off the market, which is too bad, but its creative take on a well-known classic should be seen again.
9. Cherry Mash
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This bar, Cherry Mash, was made with chocolate and cherry-flavored nougat. It was the perfect mix of sweet and sour. At the time, it stood out as a fruity treat. Fans of the candy still wish it would come back, even though it has been taken off the market.
10. Nestlé’s Wonder Ball
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What was Nestlé’s Wonder Ball? It was a chocolate ball filled with candy bits that made every bite fun and unexpected. People, especially children, loved it because it was different and fun. The Wonder Ball was taken off the market, but many people still remember it fondly, and there’s a strong case for it to come back in today’s market.
11. Mounds Dark Chocolate Bar
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The more well-known Almond Joy bar made Mounds, the dark chocolate-covered coconut bar, less well-known. The Mounds bar with pure coconut and dark chocolate is a classic that deserves more attention. You can still get it in some places. People who like dark chocolate often wish that Mounds would return to the candy world.
12. Marathon Bar
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There was a braid of nougat covered in chocolate and caramel on the Marathon Bar. It was a unique, chewy candy bar that stood out. People loved it because it had a unique texture and a long, satisfying bite, but it stopped being made in the 1980s. With the popularity of caramel-based treats on the rise, the Marathon bar could easily find new fans who want to enjoy its old-fashioned taste.
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