Love it or leave it, candy corn is one of the most divisive seasonal candies. That hasn’t stopped brands like Brach’s from coming up with new and inventive versions, though. No one could forget Mermaid Candy Corn or Turkey Dinner Candy Corn, complete with green beans, cranberry sauce, ginger-glazed carrots, stuffing, sweet potato pie and roasted turkey.
If those wild flavors didn’t do much for you, you’re in luck. Brach’s best, more traditional flavor is back on shelves: Brach’s Pie Favorites! Get ready to indulge in a bag of candy corn that tastes just like your seasonal favorites, pumpkin pie and apple pie.
Who Wouldn’t Love These Flavors?
Per usual, Brach’s Pie Favorites come in classic triangles. The Pumpkin Pie flavor follows the standard tri-toned formula—dark orange on the bottom, a warm, yellowy-orange in the middle and a white cap on the top. The Apple Pie flavor, however, is two-toned and totally reminiscent of your favorite southern dessert with white bottom and a pie crust-colored tip. All the more beautiful for your autumnal candy bowl!
These seasonal candies were spotted by @frontpagefoodfinds on Instagram, and the social media account gave them a winning review, with a slight nod to the Pumpkin Pie flavor. You’ll have to score a bag and see for yourself.
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Where to Snag a Bag
You can get this unique candy corn flavor online, courtesy of Amazon right now. If you’re looking to stock up as soon as possible and put the finishing, edible touch on your fall decorating, you can also pick it up in-store at Dollar Tree, Walmart, Party City and CVS.
Wherever you find it, it’s probably going to be easier than baking a pumpkin or apple pie from scratch. But if you’re up for the challenge, we have you covered. No need to be intimidated by baking pies—have no fear—we’ll walk you through how to make the perfect apple pie step-by-step.
Ultimate Candy Bar Cookies
Recipe uses: 7 Butterfinger candy bars, 27 Reese's mini peanut butter cups, 27 miniature Snickers candy bars I created these after Halloween, when I had way too much candy left over. You can make them with any mini chocolate candy, but if you use peanut butter cups, throw them in the freezer just before unwrapping so the chocolate won’t stick to the paper. —Tara John, Plymouth, Minnesota
Crazy Halloween Blondies
Recipe uses: 2/3 cup milk chocolate M&M's 2/3 cup chopped candy cornI have a real sweet tooth, so Halloween is my favorite holiday. I came up with these bars for my kids, but I think I like them even more than they do! —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie
Recipe uses: 3 Heath candy bars Although it looks like you fussed, this pretty layered pie is easy to assemble with convenient canned pumpkin, store-bought candy bars and a prepared crust. "This make-ahead dessert is delicious any time of year," reports Suzanne McKinley of Lyons, Georgia.
Magic Macaroons
Recipe uses: 1/3 cup candy corn Peanut butter, candy corn and macaroons are three of my favorite things, so I combine them all to make one magical sweet that's perfect for Halloween. —Jeanette Nelson, Bridgeport, West Virginia
Butterfinger Cookies
Recipe uses: 6 Butterfinger candy bars These great cookies don't last long—make a double batch! —Carol Kitchens, Ridgeland, Mississippi
Candy Bar Brownies
Recipe uses: 4 Snickers bars, 3 plain milk chocolate candy bars Two kinds of candy bars baked into these brownies make them an extra special treat. —Sharon Evans, Clear Lake, Iowa
M&M Oat Bars
Recipe uses: 1 package caramels1 cup plain M&M's
These irresistible bars can sweeten any holiday. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota
Colorful Candy Bar Cookies
Recipe uses: 40 miniature Snickers candy bars No one will guess these sweet treats with the candy bar center start with store-bought dough. Roll them in colored sugar…or just dip the tops for even faster assembly. Instead of using miniature candy bars, slice regular size Snickers candy bars into 1-inch pieces for the centers. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Candy Bar Cheesecake Brownies
Recipe uses: 1-1/2 cups assorted miniature candy bars (about 28)I came up with these brownies as a way to use up my son's leftover Halloween candy. You can tint the cream cheese orange for a spooky touch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grv, Utah
Peanut Butter Cereal Treats
Recipe uses: 1-1/2 cups milk chocolate M&M'sKids will love these colorful, crunchy bars. They're a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats. And because they're so easy, older kids could whip up a batch on their own! —Christie Porter, Shipshewana, Indiana
Candy Bar Apple Salad
Recipe uses: 4 Snickers candy barsThis creamy, sweet salad with crisp apple crunch is a real people-pleaser. It makes a lot, which is good, because it will go fast! —Cyndi Fynaardt, Oskaloosa, Iowa
Peanut Butter Brownie Trifle
Recipe uses: 2 packages miniature peanut butter cupsThis rich, tempting trifle feeds a crowd and features the ever-popular combination of chocolate and peanut butter. Try this dessert for your next party or potluck. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
Butterfinger Cookie Bars
Recipe uses: 6 Butterfinger candy barsMy boys went through a phase where they loved Butterfingers. We made Butterfinger shakes, muffins, cookies and experimented with different bars; this one was voted the best of the bunch. —Barbara Leighty, Simi Valley, California
Baby Ruth Cookies
Recipe uses: 2 Baby Ruth candy bars I love Baby Ruth candy bars and usually have a few on hand, so I decided to put them to good use in my favorite cookie recipe. —Elinor Nield, Soquel, California
S'mOreos
Recipe uses: 4 Oreo cookies, 1 milk chocolate candy bar My son introduced us to this twist on classic s'mores when we were camping. Have a jar of Nutella around? Slather on the inside of the graham cracker halves before you build this one-of-a-kind treat. —Christina Smith, Santa Rosa, California
Tailgate Toffee Bars
Recipe uses: 3 Heath candy bars Make a one-handed grab for this tender cake studded with toffee bits. Victory is extra sweet with a treat this good. — Nicolette Burnett, Green Bay, Wisconsin
S'mores Crispy Bars
Recipe uses: 2 milk chocolate candy bars My aunt always brought s’mores-style bars to our family's summer cottage. Plain or frosted, they’re perfect for eating on the run. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota
Butterfinger Cookie Bars
Recipe uses: 6 Butterfinger candy bars My boys went through a phase where they loved Butterfingers. We made Butterfinger shakes, muffins, cookies and experimented with different bars; this one was voted the best of the bunch. Make sure you have an extra candy bar on hand because it’s hard to resist a nibble or two while you’re chopping. —Barbara Leighty, Simi Valley, CaliforniaThe post Brach’s Pumpkin and Apple Pie Candy Corn Tastes JUST Like Fall appeared first on Taste of Home.
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