Remember the golden days of the Tamagotchis and boy bands? Yup, those were the iconic ’90s with snacks that were also unforgettable. If you want to relive those days, then many of these iconic treats are still around. We’ve explored the 13 popular snacks from the 1990s that can still be found in many grocery stores today.
13. Bubble Tape
Remember when you and your cousins were unrolling six feet of bubble gum from a pink plastic container? That was the Bubble Tape of the ’90s. Today, the Bubble Tape remains strong under the Hubba Bubba brand. You can even find them in new sour flavors, such as Sour Green Apple and Sour Blue Raspberry.
12. SunnyD
SunnyD was a staple of the ’90s summer. Remember when they had a controversy about a child’s skin turning yellow from drinking too much? It turns out to be an extreme case of beta-carotene buildup. Fast forward to today, the modern SunnyD has undergone a reformulation to provide 100% of the daily recommended vitamin C, which differs from its ’90s counterpart.
11. Push Pops
Push Pops were those clever ’90s candies inside a lipstick-like dispenser. It encouraged kids to savor their candies rather than devouring them all at once. The commercial even featured a young Ryan Reynolds! Today, Push Pops are still in the candy aisle, but they’re now owned by Madison Dearborn Partners. They’ve also expanded their flavors, which include Berry Blast, Watermelon, and Cotton Candy.
10. Fun Dip
The Halloween staple for every ’90s kid was the edible candy stick called Fun Dip. While our parents worried about the sugar rush about to erupt, it contains only 11 grams of sugar per serving. That was lower compared to other candies like Skittles, which has a whopping 45 grams of sugar! Make sure to grab a pack for Halloween to let the trick-or-treaters experience the ’90s fun.
9. Warheads
Remember the playground dare to see who could keep a Warhead in their mouth the longest? Its sourness comes from the malic acid, which gives green apples their tartness. But don’t worry, once you get past the sour stage, you’re rewarded with a sweet delight. Today, Warheads continue to challenge the taste buds of children, but they now come in a variety of flavors, including gummy worms, jelly beans, and candy mouth spray.
8. Yoplait Trix Yogurt
Remember that fruit-swirled yogurt you used to share with your friends? That’s the Yoplait Trix Yogurt for you. But in 2016, the brand discontinued it, which saddened loyal fans. After years of demand, it finally made a comeback in 2021 with its classic berry and strawberry flavors. Now that’s the comeback we’re talking about!
7. Dunkaroos
Every ’90s kid knows the joy of peeling the lid of a Dunkaroos pack. It revealed the perfect combination of cookies and frosting. However, in 2012, Dunkaroos suddenly disappeared from the shelves, leaving fans devastated. But like the Yoplait Trix Yogurt, it rose back from the dead after years of campaigning by fans on social media. In 2020, it returned to the shelves in its classic vanilla cookie and chocolate frosting form.
6. Cosmic Brownies
Did you know that the Cosmic Brownies were inspired by a ’90s trend? Yes, it’s Cosmic Bowling, which is a black-light bowling experience. Little Debbie made the rainbow-colored chips mimic the glowing lights. Today, they’re still made by the same company and remain as popular as ever, so it’s no surprise to know that they continue to exist.
5. Handi-Snacks / Ritz Crackers with Cheese
Many of your classmates from school back then had those iconic red plastic sticks in their bags. Yup, they were the Handi-Snacks, which combine salty, crunchy, and creamy. However, its packaging changed over the years, and it’s now under the Ritz brand.
4. Go-Gurt
If you’re not eating the Yoplait Trix Yogurt for breakfast, then you’re definitely eating Yoplait for snacks. It was a yogurt in a tube, perfect for making an on-the-go snack in your lunchbox. Today, Go-Gurt remains a lunchbox staple, and the brand has even collaborated with various characters, such as SpongeBob and Spider-Man, to attract kids.
3. Bagel Bites
Bagel Bites were the ultimate after-school snacks of many kids from the ’90s. Why not? These mini bagels featured cheese, pepperoni, and sausage. There’s even the iconic commercial starring Tony Hawk. They remain a freezer aisle favorite among families today.
2. Totino’s Pizza Rolls
Tonito’s Pizza Rolls were the staple of every ’90s sleepover and movie night. However, what you may not know is that the brand has marveled at the design to deliver the flavor of pizza in a bite-sized package. Today, Totino’s continues to innovate with recipes for sauces and dips to complement the Pizza Rolls.
1. Gushers
Yup, they were those hexagonal fruit-flavored gems with a liquid center. Gushers feature a burst of flavor that used to be a staple of lunchboxes. Surprisingly, the candy is vegan as these fruity snacks contain no animal products. Since 2015, the new and improved Gushers have contained no artificial colors or flavors, an improvement from the ‘90s formula.