A Florida senator recently filed a bill that would name Coconut Patties as Florida’s official state candy. If approved by lawmakers, they would join a list of “official” Florida items like Tupelo Honey, the horse conch, Key lime pie, mockingbirds, dolphins, panthers, and alligators.
The only problem is that the candy is hard to find – unless you’re in an airport or hotel (aka a high-tourist place). Manufactured by Orlando-based Anastasia Confections, Coconut Patties are marketed specifically to the tourist industry with Florida-themed packaging featuring palm streets, sea shells + gators.
And so we decided to take the question to you.
We asked what you thought Florida’s official state candy should be and here’s what you said:
- Orange Slices
- Salt Water Taffy
- Dove
- M&M’S
- Citrus Hard Candy
- Orange Jolly Ranchers
- Lemon Drops
- Chocolate Covered Key Lime Bites
- Circus Peanuts
- Nougat with citrus pieces
- Candied Orange Peel
If you have another suggestion for a sweet craving, submit it here or let the senator know directly. There’s no such thing as too much candy.
