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The Most Iconic Snacks From Every Decade

Every generation has a signature snack that transports them back to childhood after just one bite. The new trends, flavors, and food technologies of each decade shape how and what was snacked on. From bite-sized convenience to bold flavor experiments, snacks have evolved alongside shifting lifestyles, pop culture moments, and changing ideas of what's considered fun, cool, or even healthy.

It's never just been about filling an empty stomach. Snacking is an experience. A candy bar after school, a bag of popcorn at the movies, or a pack of cookies pulled from a lunch box often carry with them a sense of joy and comfort. The brands we grew up with became characters in their own right, with jingles and mascots that stuck in our memories. Not onl

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