Trick or Treat: The Best Halloween Candy, Ranked

There’s never a bad time to get Hershey’s Kisses. Because they’re so small, it’s deceptively easy to eat half a bag without realizing you’ve found yourself in a candy binge.

If you love Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, but want the flavor in smaller bites, Reese’s Pieces are for you. Since they’re not as popular as cups or M&M’s, they’re a nice surprise to find in your Halloween bag.

For those who love to go hard on the peanut and caramel, and also hate their teeth, Butterfingers are the choice. Just know once you commit, you cannot brush your teeth enough to make them feel clean again.

Yes, there is a slight difference between the two. No matter which side of the debate you fall on, red licorice is a classic that’s enjoyable year-round.

Half the fun of eating candy is defying your parents. And there’s no candy your parents hate more than Now N Laters. They’re absolutely dreadful on your teeth, but they’re also so delicious.

Lollipops are fantastic because they last longer than regular candy. You can suck on one for a long time. Blow pops are special because they have gum inside, thus giving you a two in one treat.

There’s no debate about how good Jolly Ranchers are. It’s just a question of which flavor is your favorite? Obviously, watermelon is the best. However, strawberry, green apple and grape are also acceptable choices.

There’s something uncomplicated and nostalgic about the simple nature of a Hershey Bar. It’s just delicious milk chocolate with no bells and whistles. It’s a classic that’s always welcome at the party.

If you like the texture and idea of M&M’s and Reese’s Pieces, but don’t like chocolate, Skittles are your jam.

In the fruit flavored candy category, Starbursts are definitely the champions. Its unique gum/candy texture makes the flavor stronger than its competitors.

At this point, Snickers are like a part of the family. They’re everywhere all the time. Frankly, if you don’t get Snickers for Halloween, you have to wonder why your neighbors hate you.

In recent years, M&M’s have added new flavors like fudge brownie, caramel, peanut butter, pretzel and chocolate mint. However, you can’t beat the classics like milk chocolate and peanut. No one is ever disappointed to see M&M’s land in their bag.

Cookie, caramel and chocolate. That’s everything you need to make the perfect storm of candy. Plus, with two bars in one, it’s like you’re getting double the candy.

Whether you get the giant KitKat, regular size or mini, ask yourself, have you ever shared a piece with someone else? The answer is no, because they’re amazing and addictive.

The way that scent of chocolate and peanut butter hits when you open the package is pure joy. Every. Single. Time.