20 Discontinued Snack Foods We Wish Would Return
Some snacks were loved by so many people that when companies stopped making them, they couldn't help but cry. Many snack foods have been taken off the shelves over the years, leaving a hole that many people still wish could be filled.
- Tricia Quitales
- 6 min read
Some snacks will always have a special place in our hearts because they taste great and remind us of simpler times. There are many reasons why these snacks were taken off the market, but their absence has made many people want them back. This article discusses 20 much-loved snacks that are no longer sold but are still remembered with sweetness.
1. Oreo O’s Cereal
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Oreo O’s cereal was a tasty breakfast treat with the perfect amount of crunch and sweetness. Each bite tasted like an Oreo. Many homes always had this cereal because kids and adults loved it. Fans still talk about it with nostalgia, hoping it will return even though it has been taken off the shelves.
2. Pepsi Blue
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Pepsi Blue was a berry-flavored soda that quickly earned a cult following. There was nothing else like it. Its bright blue color and unique flavor made it stand out. People still remember how refreshing and sweet this short-lived drink tasted, even though it is no longer available.
3. Saber’s Red Hots
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The Saber’s Red Hots were strong, spicy candies that tasted like cinnamon. People who liked a little heat with their sweets loved these small, fiery treats. When Red Hots stopped making them, there was a hole in the market.
4. Doritos 3D
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The Doritos 3D was like a bigger tortilla chip, with a cool 3D shape and a strong taste. It was great to dip these chips in something or just eat them on their own. Even though they were very popular at first, they were eventually taken off the shelves, leaving fans eagerly waiting for them to come back.
5. Coca-Cola Blak
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Coca-Cola Blak was a unique mix of coffee and cola that people who liked both flavors would enjoy. It was a nice change from regular sodas because it had a smooth, slightly bitter taste. It was only available briefly before it was taken off the market, and coffee-soda fans have been hoping for its return ever since.
6. Waffle Crisp Cereal
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Waffle Crisp was a fun cereal shaped like a waffle that tasted sweet and rich and made mornings more fun. It was a favorite for breakfast, and it had just the right amount of crunch and sweetness. Fans desperately wanted it to come back to breakfast tables everywhere after it was taken off the market.
7. Hostess Choco-Diles
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People loved the Hostess Choco-Diles, a snack made of soft cake and a thick layer of chocolate coating. The texture of these treats was satisfying, and the amount of sweetness was just right. Although they were taken off the market, they are still very popular, and many fans still want them.
8. Butterfinger BB’s
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It was like a Butterfinger bar, but the BBs were small, crispy balls filled with peanut butter and chocolate. These little treats were great for on-the-go snacks and gave Butterfinger fans a new way to enjoy the taste. When they stopped making them, fans wished they could come back to stores.
9. Ritz Bits S’mores
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The Ritz Bits S’mores were a great mix of salty Ritz crackers and sweet marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker tastes. They were bite-sized versions of the traditional campfire treat that you could take with you. Many people still talk about these tasty snacks and wish they would come back.
10. Planters Cheese Balls
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People loved Planters Cheese Balls as a snack because they were crunchy and cheesy. People could eat these orange balls by the handful. They were a fun and tasty snack. After they stopped making them, there was a cheesy hole that many snack lovers still wanted to fill.
11. Taco Bell Fries Supreme
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There was a fast-food snack called Taco Bell Fries Supreme, which had sour cream, seasoned beef, and crispy fries. This dish had everything you could want if you were craving something salty, cheesy, and tasty. Fans were upset when it ended and have been hoping for its comeback ever since.
12. Kellogg’s Cracklin’ Oat Bran Cereal
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Cracklin’ Oat Bran was a cereal with sweet cinnamon chips and crunchy oat clusters. It was very high in fiber and a hearty breakfast that made people full. When the cereal suddenly stopped being made, many fans looked for a good replacement.
13. Zima
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In the 1990s, Zima, a clear malt drink with a citrus flavor, became very popular. People who wanted something different from beer or soda loved this light, refreshing drink. Even though it’s no longer made, many people still think about how great it tasted and hope it comes back one day.
14. Jell-O Pudding Pops
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Jell-O Pudding Pops were frozen treats with the smooth, creamy feel of pudding and the cool, refreshing feel of an ice pop. Anyone could enjoy these treats, but kids and adults really liked them on hot summer days. Even though they were very popular, they were eventually taken off the market, and fans still want them to return.
15. Cinnamon Mini Buns by Pillsbury
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Pillsbury’s Cinnamon Mini Buns were sweet, gooey treats that came in bite-sized pieces and were glazed in cinnamon. They were great for breakfast or snacks when you wanted something warm and sweet. When these little buns stopped being made, they left a snack gap that hadn’t yet filled.
16. Shasta Jet Cola
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The unique flavor and smooth, strong taste of Shasta Jet Cola made it stand out as a cola. Coke fans love it because it has a special recipe that differentiates it from other sodas on the market. Many still wish Jet Cola would return even though it was taken off the market.
17. McDonald’s Arch Deluxe
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McDonald’s made a gourmet burger called the Arch Deluxe in the 1990s for adults. It was fast food that wasn’t like most of them because it had a special sauce and high-quality ingredients. Even though it was very popular at first, it was eventually taken off the market, and many people still remember it fondly.
18. Dunkaroos
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Dunkaroos were a fun, easy-to-carry snack that had sweet frosting on small cookies that could be dipped. In the 1990s, they were a big hit thanks to their unique idea and tasty taste. After going off the shelves, Dunkaroos fans hoped they would return to the snack aisle.
19. Clarey’s Marshmallow Circus Peanuts
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The Clarey’s Marshmallow Circus Peanuts had a unique texture because they were soft, chewy, and covered in a sweet glaze. Some people liked these snacks, but not everyone did. They had a loyal following of people who always remember their unique flavor. When they stopped making them, fans longed for a taste of the good old days.
20. Pudding and Pie Dessert Cups by Betty Crocker
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The Betty Crocker Pudding and Pie Dessert Cups came in various flavors, from chocolate to vanilla, and were ready to eat. Their smooth, creamy texture made them impossible to resist. They were great for a quick snack or dessert. Unfortunately, these tasty cups were taken off the market, which was a shame because they were very popular.