Most Popular Candy by State

Eating popcorn while streaming a happy show makes for the perfect family night, but people in Alabama might prefer a bowl of Skittles.

People in Alaska aren’t having baked Alaska for dessert — they can’t get enough of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

The Grand Canyon State is in love with tasting the rainbow.

A fun food fact about this popular candy is that the “m” stamped on M&M’s was to prevent imitators.

It may not be the most iconic food in California, but Californians can’t seem to stop eating Jolly Ranchers.

After a great hike through some of the majestic mountains in this state, people in Colorado love to re-energize with a handful of M&M’s.

During a visit to the grocery store, people living in Connecticut can’t leave without grabbing a bag of Kit Kats.

Not only is Sour Patch Kids one of the most popular Halloween candies in America, but it’s also Delaware’s favorite candy.

The rainbow colors of Skittles seem like the perfect snack for a sunny beach day in Florida.

It’s important to think of the essential things you need when you go grocery shopping, but it’s also OK to throw some Skittles in your cart every once in a while.

Skittles takes the crown for the most popular Halloween candy across all states as well as the most popular candy in Hawaii.

Residents of Idaho, home to one of the most caring cities in America, can treat themselves to a juicy Starburst after a long day of volunteering.

After eating a delicious deep-dish pizza for dinner, people from Illinois love to enjoy some M&M’s for dessert.

Indiana’s most popular candy is Skittles, a sweet addition to some easy, fun recipes you can make at home with your kids.

Iowa is loving the sweet, juicy taste of Starburst.

If you’re in Kansas, try satisfying your Snickers craving by adding the candy to an easy dessert recipe.

Did someone say Swedish Fish and bourbon? They did in Kentucky.

People from Louisiana aren’t only chowing down on some cajun and creole dishes, they’re also puckering their lips after a couple of Sour Patch Kids.

Maine may be a popular spot for seafood lovers, but there are plenty of M&M’s enthusiasts as well.

Maryland has some weird state laws, but it’s one of the many places on this list that share a love of Snickers.

While hanging out at a vintage drive-in movie theater, people in Massachusetts will probably be eating some Skittles during the screening.

Hamburger recipes are a popular cooking search for people in Michigan, most likely followed by some ideas to use those Hershey bars they love so much.

Minnesota’s hotdish is one food everyone needs to try, but sometimes Minnesotans just really crave a Twix.

Mississippi’s love of M&M’s just feels right as it rolls off the tongue.

Toasted ravioli isn’t the only thing that you’ll find Midwesterners eating. Missouri loves Kit Kat bars.

Montana has a strong love for huckleberry pie, but it might have to compete with M&M’s.

Sour Patch Kids may give Runza sandwiches a run for their money.

Nevada is enjoying Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups as a delicious sweet treat after a simple weeknight dinner.

It seems like the only comfort food New Hampshire wants is a Milky Way.

M&M’s as a breakfast food? Maybe in New Jersey.

After whipping up some traditional and tasty Mexican dishes, New Mexicans are having the chocolatey delight of a Snickers for dessert.

New Yorkers love to get their hands on some of the best pizza in America, but also some Snickers.

North Carolinians love their barbecue, but sometimes they want something sweet, so they reach for the Skittles.

You might see people in North Dakota munching on treats from a great chocolate shop, but what they really want is a little sour in their life from a pack of Sour Patch Kids.

Sure, the people of Ohio can whip up some sweet buckeyes for dessert, but sometimes they want to take the night off and kick back with a bag of M&M’s.

Oklahoma is one of many states on this list that is craving a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.

Oregon is saying “mmm” to the multicolored candies that are M&M’s.

Pennsylvania is home to some great historic restaurants, but residents won’t find their favorite sweet treats there — it’s a simple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.

You can sample some of the best Italian restaurants in America when in Rhode Island, but sometimes the people just want their Skittles.

While people in South Carolina are staying inside and working from home, they can’t stop craving some fruity Skittles.

South Dakota joins the trend of enjoying some peanut buttery, chocolatey goodness with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups as its favorite candy.

Tennesseans aren’t always craving some famous Nashville Hot Chicken served as a delicious chicken sandwich. Sometimes, they just want the sweet chocolate of a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup

While Texans are taking a break from cooking up some delicious Tex-Mex cuisines, they’re enjoying some tasty M&M’s.

The people of Utah are definitely packing Twix for a snack during their hikes through some of the state's gorgeous national parks.

Vermonters are loving Jolly Ranchers as much as they love maple syrup. OK, almost.

M&M’s are definitely on Virginia's grocery store shopping list.

Hey Washington, would you like some M&M’s with that homemade cup of joe?

To make things exciting, West Virginians can mix some Jolly Ranchers in with their most-searched cocktail: a kamikaze.

Move over all you Wisconsin cheeseheads, the day of the M&M head is here.

Wyomingites might be interested in desserts that can be made with some Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, but if you’re not in the mood for chocolate or peanut butter, here are some desserts you can make with frozen fruit.

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