Fashion may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of edible sweet treats, but consider iconic American ...

In fact, Necco Wafers were created by a pharmacist. First invented in 1847, Necco Wafers have become a staple of American candy, and their presence on specialty candy shop shelves was a certainty.

Summer time is when a lot of major brands experiment with new releases, and it looks like one of the most popular American candy bars is doing just that. Earlier this year, Butterfinger released ...

Narrator: Jelly beans are an American candy staple, and Jelly Belly is the most recognizable name making them. The company's story begins all the way back in the 1800s. This is Lisa Rowland Brasher.

In Fairfield, California, around 100 workers at the Jelly Belly jelly bean company poured in the color and sugar as they packed up jelly beans in bags bearing the American flag for Easter baskets.

And the star of the greatest, most twisted candy fairy tale ever made, Willy Wonka himself — the reclusive Gene Wilder — has blessed this film.