Last Updated on April 27, 2021 by Jim Edwards
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What are Candy Buttons?
Candy Buttons are interesting pill-like candies. They look like an over-the-counter pill and are actually packaged in strips that look like a medicine strip in some ways. Candy buttons are also called Candy Dots because of the way they look. Kids love them because they are small, bright and colorful.
The candy strips come in two sizes. The long strips measure 22.5 inches, and the short strip measures 11.25 inches. Each strip contains three distinct flavors of the rounded candy pegs – cherry, lime, and lemon.
Candy Buttons are a perfect snacking option during picnics, birthday parties, movie theatres, to name a few. They are marketed as Necco Candy Buttons.
History of Candy Buttons
The original incorporator of Candy Buttons was Cumberland Valley. It was invented by George Theofiel Dib, an engineer at the Cumberland Valley. The exact date of the inception is unknown. However, many candy enthusiasts believe that Candy Buttons first came into existence in the 1950s.
In 1980, Necco bought Cumberland Valley. In 1989 Necco became the sole manufacturer of Candy Buttons in the United States after acquiring Candy House as well. In the first year of acquisition, Necco produced 750 million Candy Buttons.
Necco went bankrupt in 2018. Doscher’s Candies of Cincinnati purchased the rights to Candy Buttons.
What is the Taste and Flavor of Candy Buttons like?
Candy Buttons are packaged in strips. Each strip contains three flavors:
| Color | Flavor |
| Yellow | Lemon |
| Blue | Lime |
| Pink | Cherry |
All three flavors, as mentioned above, are sugary and tangy. You will feel the initial sourness, but as you continue sucking or taking a bite, you will notice a sweet aftertaste.
The candy’s size is very small, and people prefer popping several pieces at once to enjoy the sweet tangy flavor. However, it could be a choking hazard for young children. Kids should consume Candy Buttons under the supervision of a guardian or an adult.
What are the ingredients in Candy Buttons?
The ingredients in Necco Candy Buttons are corn starch, sugar, gelatin, coconut oil, artificial flavors, and artificial colors, including FD&C approved Yellow 5, Blue 1, and Red 40.
Nutritional Facts of Candy Buttons
The nutritional facts below are for a serving size of seven grams (one strip).
| % Daily Value | |
| Total Fat (0 g) | 0% |
| Saturated Fat (0 g) | 0% |
| Trans Fat (0 g) | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates (7 g) | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber (0 g) | 0% |
| Total Sugar (6 g) | |
| Sodium (0 mg) | 0% |
| Cholesterol (0 mg) | 0% |
| Protein (0 g) | 0% |
| Potassium (0 mg) | 0% |
| Calcium (0 mg) | 0% |
| Iron (0 mg) | 0% |
| Vitamin A (0 mcg) | 0% |
| Vitamin C (0 mcg) | 0% |
Related: Read our reviews of other childhood favorites, Satellite Wafers, Chuckles Jelly Candy, and Good & Plenty.
Video: Candy Buttons – Unwrapping and Taste Test
If you want to see the buttons in more detail and a taste test, this is worth a watch!
Candy Buttons Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How Many Flavors of Candy Buttons Are There?
Each strip of the candy includes three flavors:
- Cherry (pink color)
- Lime (blue color)
- Lemon (yellow color)
What Sizes Do Candy Buttons Come In?
Candy Buttons come in two strip sizes:
- Short: 11¼ inches long strip
- Long: 22½ inches long strip (twice as long as the short for candy lovers!)
How many calories are there in Candy Buttons?
Seven grams (single strip) of Candy Buttons contain 30 calories.
Are Candy Buttons gluten-free?
Candy Buttons are 100% gluten-free and kosher. They have a separate manufacturing unit where the glutenous ingredients are not handled.
Are Candy Buttons vegan?
The Necco Candy Buttons may not be vegan. They contain gelatin as one of the key ingredients. Gelatin is normally procured from a cow’s or pig’s bones, skin, or connective tissues. It is the protein obtained from these animals’ body parts.
Also, in the candy manufacturing business, some sugars are obtained from boneblack. It is another animal source. The product packaging does not specify if the candy is vegan.
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