Halloween is finally, really here — and boy does 2020 need this sweet spot. Yes, it’s sad that all we have to celebrate is a candy-fueled spooky evening, but hey, we’re going to embrace all the little things we can right now. While Halloween is going to look different everywhere this year, one thing 2020 is not taking away from us or our kiddos is getting a sugar rush off of our favorite candies.
Whether you can’t get enough of sour gummies, classic chocolate candy bars, or you look forward to munching on the classic Halloween popcorn ball, these sweet treats are already available to buy online right now if you can’t wait until October (we can’t).
Whether your kiddo is going to practice socially distant trick-or-treating this year, you plan on having a family Halloween movie marathon, or you’ll have a family costume contest, no Halloween activity is complete without sinking your teeth into some of the best Halloween candy you can find. And if your kiddos are trick-or-treating this year, make sure they’ve got one of these spooky-cute face masks that can actually make their costume look cooler.
Ahead, the best Halloween candy, both classics and some newbies on the candy block, that you can start stocking up on now because we can all use some sweetness early this year. Not to mention, you’re beating the rush and avoiding a last-minute stop to the grocery store, which’ll probably be wiped clean the closer you get to All Hallow’s Eve.
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A version of this story was originally published in September 2020.
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All-Natural Sweetness
Nothing beats candy that’s actually pretty darn healthy. New Zealand Manuka Honey Mint patties are made of pure manuka honey, peppermint oil, and dark chocolate with 99% cocoa. Plus, they taste even better than an O.G. Peppermint Patty. Not too shabby for a sweet spinoff!
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Chocolate Lover’s Dream
Image Credit: Courtesy of Mars. What would Halloween be without a mix of classic chocolate candy bars? Solve that chocolate craving with Snickers, Milky Way, 3 Musketeers, Twix, and M&M’s. With 400 individually wrapped pieces, you should have plenty for your trick-or-treaters and leftovers for you to enjoy leading up to Halloween. We recommend having a tall glass of milk with this best Halloween candy mix.
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Fruity Fun
Image Credit: Courtesy of Jolly Rancher. ICYMI, Jolly Rancher now has lollipops and stix candies along with the OG versions, so you can enjoy this fruity favorite in multiple ways. This 2-pound pack should have you covered on Halloween and beyond.
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Pumpkin Lover
Image Credit: Courtesy of Reese's. If you consult just about anyone, they’ll say the holiday-shaped Reese’s are 100X fluffier and more delicious than the original versions. We’re guessing it has to do with the ratio of filling, but anywho, this jumbo bag of little pumpkins is always a crowd pleaser for people of all ages.
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Mini Treat
Image Credit: Courtesy of Starburst. Things are more enticing when they come in mini form, and these individual Starburst packs are no exception. This pack of 12 bags is great to reserve for those extra-special trick-or-treaters or to keep around the house when you need a moment of sweetneess.
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Keepin’ It Classy
Image Credit: Courtesy of The Hershey Company. If you prefer timeless treats, then you’ll want to stock up your pantry with these classic goodies. This party pack includes Reese’s, Hershey’s, Kit Kat, and Reese’s Pieces that’ll take you straight to candy Heaven.
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Ghoulish Goodies
Image Credit: Courtesy of the Fun Express Store. Okay, it’s not really candy, but if you didn’t get these on Halloween as a kid, you seriously missed out. These mini popcorn balls counter the sweetness of all the candy, so it’s the perfect complement to your kid’s candy collection.
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Watermelon Sugar High
Image Credit: Courtesy of Smart Sweets. If you’re looking for some candy that’s lower on sugar for you or the kids, these Smart Sweets are a lifesaver — not to be confused with the actual Lifesaver candy though. They’re plant-based (yes really!) and don’t have any artificial sweeteners or colors. We love this watemelon flavor because it’ll help you hold onto summer just a bittt longer.
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Kid-Approved Treat
Image Credit: Courtesy of Brach's. Kids can be picky, so let them have their choice with this kid-approved variety pack they’ll love. With over 145 pieces and their favorite candies like Lemonheads, Smarties, and Now and Laters, everyone can get their candy fix.
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Sweet & Sour
Image Credit: Courtesy of the Sour Patch Kids Store. Kids are sometimes sweet and othertimes they’re sour, so get them the candy to match their moods with this spooky mix. It includes 180 individual bags of Sour Patch Kids flavors and Swedish Fish.
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Dracula’s Fave
Image Credit: Courtesy of Hershey's. This candy really has a real bite to it. These adorable Halloween-themed Hershey’s candy bars are great for Oreo lovers, and they have a festive fang design kids will love sinking their teeth into.
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Put a Ring On It
Image Credit: Courtesy of Ring Pop. Remember when you’d pretend you were married when you wore these? They’re always a hoot with the little ones (we still get a kick out of ’em too) and you can carry them around hands-free — what’s better than that? This pack includes 20 pops.
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Spooky Treats
Image Credit: Courtesy of Sunkist. If your kiddo loves their fruit snacks, this Halloween-themed box will make their holiday. These snack packs are a great thing to add into their lunch box leading up to Halloween or are a bit of a healthier option to hand out to trick-or-treaters.
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Chocolate Dream
Image Credit: Courtesy of Ferrero. Enjoy Butterfinger, Crunch, 100 Grand, and Baby Ruths in this ghoulishly good variety mix that’ll please everyone. It includes 85 pieces so there’s more than enough to go around.
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Chew on This
Image Credit: Courtesy of Air Heads. Add a dose of chewy fun to their Halloween with these playful candies. If you live in a hot climate, they’re also a must because they won’t melt like chocolate. This pack of 60 bars comes with assorted flavors from watermelon to the iconic mystery flavor.
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The Old School Classic
Image Credit: Courtesy of Brach's. Last but not least, the one you love or love to hate: good old candy corn. This bag is best to pour into a dish at home for your own snacking or it’s great to accent Halloween baked goods. If you’re a fan of these highly controversial candies, congrats — it’s finally your favorite candy season so stock up on a few bags of these while you can.
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