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Most of the candy snack options use milk chocolate or dark chocolate; some products feature one or the other across their varieties.

Common pairings include chocolate with pretzels, peanut butter or peanuts, caramel, and occasional sea salt for a sweet-and-salty balance.

Many items come in resealable or reclosable pouches, and several include individually wrapped pieces to help portion servings and preserve freshness.

Labels and claims seen include sugar-free and aspartame-free, kosher certification, and at least one brand noting no synthetic colors, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, or high-fructose corn syrup.

Shoppers and product descriptions suggest snacking, party favors and gift bags, baking or mixing into desserts, and using pieces as ice cream or sundae toppings.

Common nuts and fillings include cashews, peanuts and peanut butter, along with caramel centers or gooey caramel in some dark chocolate items.