12 Aldi Candies Worth Adding To Your Cart

Aldi is a chain of discount retailers that originated in Germany in the 1960s and now operates throughout the United States as a supermarket with some of the lowest prices in the country. It offsets some of its operational costs by offering customers a more pared-down shopping experience. There's no customer service desk, shoppers have to bring their own bags and bag their own groceries, and you need a quarter to rent a shopping cart. But what its stores lack in frills, they make up for in great prices for high-quality products, including candy.

Most of Aldi's products are proprietary brands, including Choceur, Moser Roth, and Premium Select for its sweet treats, and many of these items are imported from Europe. However, the chain also sells some name-brand candies from time to time, especially around candy-fueled holidays like Halloween. As such, you can find a mix of old favorites and unique novelties on the shelves. Below are 12 Aldi candies worth adding to your cart, ranging from elegant seasonal delights and German favorites to classic candies and some fun-to-eat confections.

As a German-born retailer, Aldi carries many European imports, especially from its home country. Reminiscent of Starburst, Mamba Fruit Chews are a Teutonic candy with a creamy flavor, and the standard pack comes with three fruity varieties: raspberry, strawberry, and orange. However, Aldi carries other versions, including a Berrytasty mix that adds blueberry and blackberry fruit chews to the assortment. Occasionally, Aldi may also stock other varieties, too, including tropical flavors.

Packages of Mamba Fruit Chews are available at Aldi for $1.35.

Caramel and chocolate are a match made in confectioner heaven, but the combination may be a little too sweet for some. That's why adding sea salt to this mix is genius — the saltiness cuts through the sticky candy's sweetness and accentuates the other flavors in this treat, especially the caramelized sugar's nuttiness. The dark chocolate coating echoes some of the caramels' slight bitterness, too, and altogether, the mélange of elements makes for an elegantly nuanced bite.

Pick up a 13.8-ounce plastic tub of Choceur Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels at Aldi for $4.75.

Aldi sells some pretty tasty chocolates that are just as appealing to the eye as they are to the palate, and these Fall Favorite Truffles are no exception. Inspired by seasonal hot beverages, they're made to look like small coffee cups with foam, just like you'd get at a cafe. Flavors include pumpkin spice, maple syrup, and marshmallow. The latter actually tastes a bit like toasted marshmallows, evoking cool autumn gatherings around a fire. The pumpkin spice flavor is pretty standard, but the maple one will remind you of a stack of pancakes doused in syrup.

Pick up a box of Moser Roth Fall Favorite Truffles at Aldi for $3.49.

These almonds are covered in a thick layer of chocolate and include flecks of coconut mixed into the coating. This not only gives these candies a bit more texture but also infuses them with a buttery, tropical flavor that elevates the almonds' natural oils, making the whole confection much more than the sum of its parts. It's also a great way to bring in summer flavors any time of year.

Containers of Choceur Dark Chocolate Covered Coconut Almonds are available at Aldi for $6.85.

For many fans, the mere mention of cashews is enough to add any sort of treat to their grocery carts. But with so many varieties on the market, what makes Aldi's version distinct is the addition of sea salt. Cashews are already sweet, and chocolate really complements those natural sugars while bringing out their buttery, nutty flavor. However, the combination can be a little one-note and may even mute some of the nuts' more nuanced flavors. Salt balances everything out and highlights the cashews' complexity.

Buy Specially Selected Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cashews at Aldi for $6.59.

The fun thing about gummy candies is that they come in all sorts of shapes that can turn snack time into play time when you use your imagination. With these Aldi-branded gummy sharks, the marine predators will have to worry about you devouring them, rather than the other way around. The predominant blue raspberry flavor will remind you of a refreshing slushie, but the white gummy half sort of has vanilla cream soda notes. These candies aren't just great on their own; they'd also be fantastic additions to cupcakes or white chocolate bark.

Bags of Aldi Blue Raspberry Gummy Sharks are available at Aldi for $1.65.

Don't let these fall-inspired truffles fool you with their appearance. While they look like mini apples, they hide other flavors. They feature almond cream, cookie dough, and chocolate mousse fillings, which you'd expect to find in any quality Belgian bonbon. The chocolate mousse brings expected flavors, while the cookie dough has a softer texture than the real deal. The almond cream, meanwhile, really stands out with its delicate aroma.

Boxes of Choceur Assorted Belgian Chocolate Apples are available at Aldi for $4.69.

Most people may associate peanut butter cups with Reese's, but some may find the unique texture of its peanut butter filling to be a little undesirable. Fortunately, Reese's isn't the only player in the buttercup game, and Aldi's version may be your new go-to if you like this flavor combination. The chocolate is closer to a smooth European style and melts onto your palate like liquid velvet, giving way to a soft, creamy peanut butter that's just a little sweet. Enjoy these on their own or embedded inside cookies or blended into some high-quality vanilla ice cream.

Bags of Choceur Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are available at Aldi for $5.49.

Werther's is famous for its caramel hard candies, but the brand also has a bunch of other varieties, including soft caramels. This particular variety is infused with pumpkin spice, giving you a taste of your favorite fall flavor in a small, chewy bite. The caramel still shines through, but you get the warm spices and rich flavor of the autumnal gourd almost as if you're enjoying a little morsel of pumpkin pie. Try them in a fudgey skillet brownie recipe for a seasonal twist.

Bags of Werther's Original Pumpkin Spice Soft Caramels are available at Aldi for $3.96.

Gummy worms — those chewy, fruit-flavored gummies shaped like creepy, crawlies — hardly need any introduction. The candies in this sour variety pack are coated in citric acid and sugar for a puckery kick that gives way to the sweets' soft interior. These Aldi-brand worms come in classic flavors like lemon, lime, grape, orange, strawberry, and cherry, and each worm features two complementary flavors, which you can enjoy on their own or all in one bite to get a unique flavor explosion.

Bags of Aldi Variety Gummy Sour Worms are available at Aldi for $1.65.

Peelerz are gummy candies with two layers — an extra-soft and moist interior gummy and a firmer exterior one that you can peel. They give you the tactile satisfaction of peeling small fruits with all the delight of eating candy. They come in a variety of shapes and flavors, but these seasonal zombie-shaped ones are especially entertaining for fans of the macabre. They're shaped like little zombie heads with red insides that look like brains and are flavored with real apple juice concentrate. Turn spooky season on its head by eating a zombie instead of being eaten by one.

Purchase packages of Amos Peelerz Mummies & Zombies, Zombies at Aldi for $3.24.

When fall comes around, many schools and organizations host harvest festivals celebrating the season's bounty, including some autumnal specialties, like caramel apples. The real thing can be tricky to make at home, which makes it even more of a treat to get a similar flavor experience with these Werther's candies. They're made of a hard caramel candy encasing a gooey apple-flavored filling. Close your eyes, and you might feel like you're on a hayride. The best part? There's no pesky stick to throw away.

Bags of Werther's Original Caramel Apple Filled Hard Candies are available at Aldi for $3.85.