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  • A stack of Baskin-Robbins ice cream pints sitting in a freezer in the grocery store.

    This Popular Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Flavor Is Actually Our Least Favorite

    Baskin-Robbins has plenty of popular flavors to choose from, but when we went to rank all of its ice cream flavors this one came in dead last.

    By Dennis Lee 1 day ago Read More
  • Person holding Dairy Queen cup with spoon

    Dairy Queen Is Coming For Sonic This 4th Of July With This Brand New Treat

    The internet is buzzing with a rumor that Dairy Queen is slated to release several new treats this July, including a brand new item that mimics Sonic's latest.

    By Rolland Judd 5 days ago Read More
  • Girl enjoying a burger

    6 Best And 2 Worst New Fast Food Items Of 2026 (So Far)

    We're about halfway through the year, and there have been plenty of fast food triumphs and flops to dissect, including new beverages, burgers, and desserts.

    By Dani Zoeller 6 days ago Read More
  • A donut and coffee from Dunkin'.

    This Little-Known Donut Chain Caused Jerry Springer-Level Family Drama With Dunkin'

    Dunkin' has an almost iron-clad grasp on the global donut consumer market. And yet, it was dragged into a major squabble with a rival with familial connections.

    By Joe Hoeffner 7 days ago Read More
  • A pile of Tootsie Rolls.

    Why Every Bite Of A Tootsie Roll Is Potentially Over A Hundred Years Old

    If you've ever dreamed of eating the first Tootsie Roll, there's a chance that you've already done it — according to a popular theory about the candy, that is.

    By Joe Hoeffner 8 days ago Read More
  • A candy section in a store, showcasing a variety

    These 12 Popular Chocolate Bars Are Different Outside The US

    You might think the same brand of chocolate bar doesn't change from place to place, but these popular bars are different once you leave the US.

    By Joe Thristino 8 days ago Read More
  • The outside of a Crumbl Cookies location

    The Astounding Amount Of Sugar In Crumbl's New Dirty Sodas

    Crumbl has recently jumped on the dirty soda bandwagon. And while you'd expect drinks from the chain to be sugary, the amount might shock you.

    By Kat Olvera 11 days ago Read More
  • Three clear plastic cups filled with dirty sodas with slices of limes beside them

    If You Don't Have Swig Near You, Here's How To Order A Dirty Soda At Starbucks

    Swig has certainly helped make dirty sodas trendy, but the soda shop isn't yet everywhere in the United States. You can make a dupe at Starbucks, though.

    By Dylan Murray 11 days ago Read More
  • A number of Twinkies set out on a plate.

    Twinkies Almost Turned Out Completely Different From What We Know Today

    We all know the score with Twinkies — sponge cake, creamy filling However, the sweet treat as we understand it today is somewhat unlike the original design.

    By Joe Hoeffner 12 days ago Read More
  • A Publix bakery with food stocked and no one around.

    Publix's Bakery Is Making A Viral Dessert That Has Customers Ready To 'Move Back To Florida'

    Publix has been keeping an eye on social media, apparently. It's latest addition to the bakery is a dupe for a viral dessert that has many people excited.

    By Cassie Womack 13 days ago Read More
  • The Bakery section of a Sam's Club location

    The New Sam's Club Bakery Treat That The Internet Is Calling 'A Dream Dessert'

    Fans of sweet treats are excited about a new baked good from Sam's Club that unites two great flavors. They're taking to the internet to sing its praises.

    By Dylan Murray 18 days ago Read More
  • Fudgie the Whale Carvel ice cream cake in box on red background.

    Carvel's Iconic Fudgie The Whale Got A New Makeover For Its Grocery Chain Debut

    The nostalgic birthday cake favorite, Fudgie the Whale, is stepping outside Carvel locations for a bow at a major grocery chain. And it has a whole new look,.

    By Dennis Lee 19 days ago Read More
  • selection of lollipops and other individually wrapped candies at a Five Below store

    The Cheap Store Customers Call A Candy Paradise

    Candy cravers, take note: There's a budget-friendly chain of stores that's earned a reputation for housing a wonderland's worth of sweets and treats.

    By Maria Scinto 20 days ago Read More
  • A white and green Krispy Kreme box full of different kinds of doughnuts

    We Tried 12 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts And This One Was Hands-Down The Best

    If picking the right Krispy Kreme doughnut has vexed you, we did the hard work and taste-tested 12 of them. Our favorite is a tried-and-true classic.

    By Dylan Murray 21 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's dessert menu items

    11 Popular McDonald's Desserts, Ranked Worst To Best

    McDonald's may be best known for its burgers and fries, but it also has a dessert menu that ranges from disappointing misses to surprisingly delicious treats.

    By Timothy Rawles 22 days ago Read More
  • Stack of colorful donuts next to a to-go cup of coffee

    The Bakery Ranked Dead Last According To Customers Is (Somehow) One Of The Most Popular In The US

    You would think that the most popular bakery in the United States would also be seen as one of the best, but it actually ranks dead last according to shoppers.

    By Haley McNamara 1 month ago Read More
  • An open box of Crumbl cookies, ready to taste and review

    14 Crumbl Cookie Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best

    Crumbl cookies are known for their sweetness, often coated in sugary frosting. So, indulging in 14 of them in a short period of time was not without sacrifice.

    By Mike Madaio 1 month ago Read More
  • Exterior of  Dairy Queen restaurant

    11 Discontinued Dairy Queen Treats That Deserve A Revival

    When foodies discover a favorite sweet, you can expect loyalty. If these are taken off the market, customers will rebel and start clamoring for a comeback.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 month ago Read More
  • customers at a Costco food court

    Costco's Newest Sundae Flavor Has Customers Running To The Food Court

    Temperatures are rising, and Costco added a new dessert to the food court menu just in time for the warmer weather that customers are excited to try.

    By Maria Scinto 1 month ago Read More
  • An array of menu items from Cinnabon featuring topped and classic cinnamon buns, cookies, churros, and other treats

    Every Cinnabon Menu Item, Ranked Worst To Best

    Cinnabon has more to offer than its classic, hefty cinnamon rolls. We tried every food item on the chain's menu to see what's actually worth trying.

    By Ed Kdonian 1 month ago Read More
  • Baking bread in an old time stone wood fired oven

    The 11 Oldest Bakeries Still Serving Treats In The US

    Whether they're family-owned, use age-old recipes, or are over 200 years old, these historic U.S. bakeries offer goodies like sourdough, cookies, and cannoli.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • A Krispy Kreme doughnut and coffee on a table.

    Why Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Taste So Different Depending On Where (And When) You Buy Them

    Krispy Kreme doughnuts are supposed to taste the same no matter where you go, so why does it feel like sometimes the doughnuts taste better?

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A dozen assorted Krispy Kreme Doughnuts in box on wooden table

    12 Popular Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Ranked Worst To Best

    From cream-filled and cake-style to the original glazed doughnut, we ranked some favorites on Krispy Kreme's menu by flavor, texture, and sweetness.

    By Rachel Sobel 2 months ago Read More
  • Cinnabon Butterbeer-flavored Classic Roll and Butterbeer-flavored Chillata on a store counter with packaging

    Cinnabon's New Butterbeer Treats Menu Is So Good It Could Put A Smile On Voldemort's Face

    Cinnabon has joined the Butterbeer Season festivities with a limited-time menu of "Harry Potter"-themed treats. We tried them — and we think you should, too.

    By Nicole Alexander 2 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of chocolate candies

    This Old-School Texas Candy Chain Is Closing Its Doors After 141 Years Of Business

    If you've spent time in the Lone Star State, you've probably sampled treats from this iconic store. Unfortunately, this candy shop will soon be shuttering.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Krispy Kreme sign

    The 8 States That Still Don't Have A Krispy Kreme

    Believe it or not, a handful of states still don’t have access to this iconic doughnut chain. Here’s why it hasn’t reached everywhere today.

    By Michael Palan 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand holds a card reading Happy Mothers Day and holds a gift basket with blooming carnations

    11 Last-Minute Mother's Day Food Delivery Options That Won't Disappoint

    Mother's Day can catch us by surprise, but these food deliveries offer everything from gift baskets with sweets to easy meal options, all in the nick of time.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 months ago Read More
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