Most Popular Chocolate Bars By State

Fancy a Kit Kat? Need a break from Snickers? Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, it’s often difficult to say no to a piece of chocolate.

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You may be surprised to find out that your favorite chocolate is also beloved by many others in your state.

With this in mind, we made it our mission to research the data for the most popular chocolate bars found in each state of America. Perfect for finding the best candy for Halloween!

Most Popular Chocolate Bars By State

Although, one thing to remember is that a candy bar is very different from the broader definition of candy.

A chocolate bar is typically something that is larger and can be held in your fingers, rather than a bag filled with candies in a bag.

Therefore, some favorite candies such as Sour Patch Kids, M&M’s, and Skittles, unfortunately, weren’t able to make the list.

How We Determined The Most Popular Chocolate Bar For Each State

To help us determine the most popular chocolate bar in each state, we looked at the data collected in 2019 from CandyStore.com.

The data demonstrated the chocolate bar sales over the years to determine the best chocolate bars. While the top candies in some states aren’t always chocolate bars, most states have them at least in the top three.

From this data, we chose the best chocolate bars. 

In addition to this, we looked at Google Trends to help determine the most popular chocolate bars per state, as some data from CandyStore.com did not include candy bars.

Therefore, on Google Trends we were able to find the most popular chocolate bars based on popular search terms used in a specific state. 

Now that you have understood this, it’s time to see which chocolate bars are most popular in your specific state. Who knows, you may just be surprised by the results!

Alabama

Hershey’s Mini Bars

 These Hershey’s come in a bag with an assortment of different flavors – something to suit everyone!

Alaska

Twix

The combination of creamy caramel and a cookie crunch is what makes Twix irresistible. This is clear in Alaska!

Arizona

Snickers

This is among the most popular chocolate bars across The United States, and for good reason, too. As a result, you’ll see this candy featured a lot on this list. 

Arkansas

Butterfinger

Butterfingers are famous for their peanut-butter goodness, and during the past year have had an ultimate makeover. Arkansas is impressed. 

California

Reese’s Cups

Reece’s cups are known for their salty and sweet combination of peanut butter and chocolate that makes for the perfect blend, and California would agree!

In the past 12 months, over 977,453 pounds of Resss’s Cups were sold to residents of California alone. 

Colorado

Twix

Twix

The question we all want to know is, are you a Left Twix or a Right Twix?

Connecticut

Milky Way

Milky Way’s outside of the United States is much different to the ones we know; similar more to a 3 Musketeers chocolate bar. 

Delaware

Kit Kat

In the United States, we are more accustomed to one flavor of Kit Kat: chocolate.

However, in Japan, there are over 200 variations of these candies, including fun and interesting flavors such as ginger ale and aloe yogurt. 

Florida

Snickers

With layers of creamy caramel, peanuts, and nougat, all encased in a chocolate coating, you can see why this Sunshine State claims Stickers as their favorite. 

Georgia

Snickers

Another favorite for Snickers! The chocolate bar has been around since 1930, therefore; it’s no wonder why this is a beloved chocolate bar!

Hawaii

Hershey’s Mini Bars

These candies are reminiscent of time spent camping around a fire making s’mores. What better place to make them than in the topical state of Hawaii. 

Idaho

Snickers

To spice up your Snickers treat, why not try freezing it! This is an enjoyable way to eat your favorite candy! Perfect for hot summer days.

Illinois

Kit Kat

Take a break and enjoy a Kit Kat chocolate bar!

Indiana

Snickers

Looking for a fun fact? Well, the name Snickers originated from one of the Mars family’s favorite horses. 

Iowa

Reese’s Cups

You may believe that May the 18th is just any regular day, however; you’re wrong.

In fact, it is national ‘I Love Reese’s Day’. The perfect day for celebrating all things Reese’s Cups. 

Kansas

Reese’s Cups

If you’re looking to enhance your s’more campfire experience, then replace a Hershey’s bar for Reese’s cup to receive a peanut buttery, melted combination. Perfect for Reese’s lovers. 

Kentucky

Reese’s Cups

Whether you reach for jumbos, minis, or any other Reese’s Cups variation, the people of Kentucky love their Reese’s Cups!

Louisiana

Reese’s Cups

If you can’t tell… yes, Reese’s Cups are popular!

Maine

Kit Kat

Kit Kat

Google Trends has demonstrated Kit Kat’s as Maine’s favorite candy.

Maryland

Reese’s Cups

If you live in Maryland and have a love for Reese’s Cups, you may have contributed to the popularity of these candies.

Massachusetts

Butterfinger

Nobody can resist the temptations of chocolate and peanut butter, especially those in Massachusetts!

Michigan

Snickers

If you enjoy both salty and sweet treats, then there may be a reason for your love of Snickers. Approximately, there are 16 peanuts per bar. 

Minnesota

Snickers

This is a popular treat for Halloween trick or treaters. 

Mississippi

3 Musketeers

The original 3 Musketeers featured three individual mini candy bars comprising the flavors vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate. Hence, the name!

Missouri

Milky Way

Milky Way bars can only be found within The United States. In other countries, they are commonly referred to as Mars Bars. 

Montana

Snickers

Once again, Snickers tops another state!

Nebraska

Twix

Whether you’re a right Twix or a left Twix, it is clear that whatever the side, Nebraska loves their Twix.

Nevada

Kit Kat

From Google Trends, Kit Kat’s trump Nevada!

New Hampshire

Snickers

Who doesn’t love the classic Snickers? While there are new flavors (such as Snickers Almond), the original will always be a household favorite. 

New Jersey

Kit Kat

From looking at Google Trends, Kit Kat is the favorite for New Jersey.

New Mexico

Milky Way

While the classic Milky Way may be the favorite, why not extend your palette to the Milky Way Midnight bar. 

New York

Snickers

While New York is home to some of the best intricate chocolates and high-end creations, even New Yorkers can’t resist the classic chocolate bar.

North Carolina

Reese’s Cups

Looking for some sweet trivia? When Reese’s Cups were first introduced, they were known as penny cups, which were their price when created. 

North Dakota

Snickers

From looking at Google Trends, Snickers trump the list for North Dakota. 

Ohio

Snickers

Once again! Snickers is a favorite in another state!

Oklahoma

Snickers

There is no wrong way to eat snickers, whether this is room temperature or frozen!

Oregon

Reese’s Cups

Enhance your chocolate chip cookies, next time try replacing them with chopped-up Reese’s Cups, perfect for the Reese’s Cups lovers of Oregon.

Pennsylvania

Hershey’s Mini Bars

Whether you choose to break your chocolate bar into smaller pieces or eat the bar in one go, there are no wrong ways to eat Hershey’s mini bars.

On CandyStore.com, they managed to sell 274,927 pounds of Hershey’s to the residents of Pennsylvania, maybe for this reason they located their headquarters here!

Rhode Island

Twix

While Rhode Island may be the smallest state in The United State, their love for the Twix chocolate bars is among the largest!

South Carolina

Butterfinger

The ultimate combination of chocolate and peanut butter will never fail to satisfy South Carolina residents’ sweet teeth. 

South Dakota

Snickers

From Google Trends, Snickers is highlighted as South Dakota’s favorite. 

Tennessee

Snickers

Snickers

Is the love of Snickers in The United States clear yet?

Texas

Reese’s Cups

In Texas, CandyStore.com sold 1,022,847 pounds of Reese’s Cups to its residents! That is a lot of peanut butter and chocolate. 

Utah

Snickers

From Google Trends, Snickers trump Utah’s favorite candy. 

Vermont

Milky Way

Looking for a sweet fact? Well, Milk Way’s were first designed to taste like milkshakes!

Virginia

Snickers

Try enhancing your desserts with topped Snickers. Whether this cake, chocolate, or pieces, adding pieces of Snickers is sure to enhance your palette. The possibilities are endless!

Washington

Snickers

From looking at Google Trends, it can be seen that Snickers is the favorite candy among the residents of Washington. 

West Virginia

Milky Way

Fun fact: Milky Ways were the first chocolates to contain a filling!

Wisconsin

Butterfinger

This peanut-buttery, crunchy delight comes at the top for the residents of Wisconsin. 

Wyoming

Reese’s Cups

Nobody can turn down Reese’s Cups, not least the people of Wyoming!

Final Thoughts

Whether you are looking for sweet-treat inspiration for Halloween, or you’re curious about your state’s favorite chocolate bars, well you’ve come to the right place!

Hopefully, this guide has informed you of the most popular chocolate bars by state.

Rebecca Holmes