By michael vivar
Halloween is, by far, the holiday when Americans buy the most candy. Latest reports indicate they collectively spend $11.6 billion dollars on sweets.
In the battle for the best Halloween candies, there are no real losers. Take a look at some of the most popular options for kids to get their post-trick or treat sugar fix.
The simplicity of chocolate in a candy coating never goes out of style. Different varieties are available including peanut, pretzel and caramel centers.
People either love or despise candy corn. The little cones of multi-colored corn syrup have, for one night only, caused friends to come to blows.
The only controversy is how to pronounce "Reese's." They're offered in holiday-themed shapes. The ratio of chocolate to peanut butter in cup form is best.
Groceries sell the mini bars in variety packs with kid favorites such as Mr. Goodbar, Krackel and Special Dark so there's no way to go wrong.
Sometimes the only thing that satisfies is gooey caramel and nougat paired with the crunch of peanuts encased in whipped milk chocolate.
Cloying sweetness followed by lip-puckering sour seems to be a fitting metaphor for Halloween overindulgence.
People have a soft spot for these fruit-flavored hard candies. Separate them when getting home because they will turn a treat bag into a sticky mess.
These are considered by some to be dessert for dessert. They're usually the last to be opened then kids suddenly remember how much they love these sugar bombs.
"Candy is always the answer. What was the question?" - Unknown
What candy brings back your favorite Halloween memories?