Mexican Candies You Must Taste in 2020

Mexican candies are popular not just in Mexico, but in many places across the globe. The widespread popularity of Mexican confectioneries can be attributed to the flavorful combination of sweet-sour and spicy tastes.

Mexican sweets boast a wide array of choices: tamarind candy, peanut candy, mango candy, and even watermelon candy!

From sweets that will satisfy your sugary cravings, to those with the quintessential Mexican kick in every bite, here's the only guide to Mexican candy you'll ever need.

De La Rosa Marzipan Peanut Candy/Mazapanes de la Rosa

Mazapanes de la Rosa is the most well-known product of the brand. Their Mazapanes are popular for their super fragile consistency and their melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Opening these goodies without breaking them is truly an act for the pros (or ones with gentle hands). Made from real peanuts, these Mazapanes will leave you clamoring for more.

De La Rosa Marzipan Peanut Candy comes in 12s, 16s, and 30s. They are also available in flavors chocolate and regular.

Mini Pelon Pelo Rico Tamarind Push up Candy

Pelon Pelo Rico is in a league of its own when it comes to producing tamarind candy--- an ingredient that's favored in almost all Mexican candies. The easy-squeeze bottle releases spaghetti-like strands of the beloved Mexican sweet that will unleash your inner child. Pelon Pelo Rico combines the tangy taste of tamarind and the spicy punch of chilies that get all your taste buds singing.

Pelon Pelo Rico Tamarind Push-up Candy is available in 18-count bags.

Vero Rebanaditas/Risandias Watermelon

Vero Rebanaditas watermelon flavor is perfect for anyone who's looking for that perfect blend of fruity and spicy. Doused in a chili salt powder combo, the treat will have you singing in perfect harmony. Vero's Rebanaditas is a good 'stater candy' for anyone who's just entering the world of Mexican sweets.

Vero Rebanaditas comes in a pack of 40 flavored lollipops.

Aldama Obleas Con Cajeta

Obleas con cajeta is popular across Mexico. These milk chocolate wafers are made of a mixture of milk, chocolate, sugar, caramel, and flour. Aldama's Obleas are among the few Mexican treats that don't have the usual salt and spice flavor. These wafers are an absolute delight to eat and come in a pack of 5.

Bubu Lubu Chocolate Candy

Bubu Lubu is a favorite in piñata. The sweet is known for being incredibly tasty and affordable. It features two chocolate-covered layers of marshmallow with strawberry jam. Bubu Lubu is typically enjoyed straight out of the freezer. This candy is so good, one pack won't be enough.

Luckily, Ricolino's Bubu lubu comes in a pack of 12!

De La Rosa Pulparindo

Another De La Rosa favorite, these tamarind candies are one of the most popular treats anywhere in Mexico. The candies are a mix of spice and salt, with a hint of sweetness that makes them the perfect Mexican candy.

Betamex Hot Tamarind Candy Balls

These tamarind balls are made for people who can eat flaming hot food. Betamex's tamarind candy tastes similar to enchiladas that are shaped like tiny balls. If you're a fan of really spicy things, then this is for you.

Betamex Hot Tamarind Candy Balls come in a jar of 100.