Nut Goodie facts for kids
The Nut Goodie is a yummy candy bar made by the Pearson's Candy Company. This company is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in the United States. It's a special mix of chocolate, creamy maple flavor, and crunchy peanuts. It's a bit like Pearson's other candy bars, the Bun bars. The Nut Goodie used to be a 2-ounce bar, but now it's 1.75 ounces, and it has been that size for about 30 years!
Discovering the Nut Goodie
A Nut Goodie is a round, flat candy bar. It has a smooth, maple-flavored cream inside. This cream is covered with chocolate. Then, it's topped with lots of peanuts! It's known for its unique sweet and nutty taste. Many people love the mix of maple and chocolate.
The Sweet History of Nut Goodie
The Nut Goodie was first made in 1912. It was one of the very first candies Pearson's Candy Company ever produced. Back then, it only cost 5 cents! Over the years, it became one of the company's most popular treats. It even lasted longer than other Pearson's candies, like the Seven-Up Bar.
At one point, the recipe and the wrapper were changed a little. But don't worry! In 1985, two employees bought the company. They decided to bring back the original recipe and wrapper. So, the Nut Goodie you can buy today is just like the one from long ago!
Why Nut Goodie is a Minnesota Classic
The Nut Goodie is often called "A Minnesota Classic." This means it's a very famous and loved treat in the state of Minnesota. Bonny Wolf, who talks about food on National Public Radio, once said something interesting. She explained that Nut Goodies are as important to Minnesota as Goldenberg's Peanut Chews are to Pennsylvania. It shows how much people in Minnesota enjoy this special candy bar!
