PayDay (confection) facts for kids
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| Owner | Iconic IP Interests, LLC |
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| Introduced | 1932 |
| Related brands | Hershey's NutRageous |
| Markets | United States |
| Previous owners | Hollywood Candy Company Leaf, Inc. |
| Tagline | "Totally nuts about payday" "Get To It" |
The PayDay candy bar is a yummy treat made with salty peanuts wrapped around a chewy caramel center. It was first made in 1932 by the Hollywood Candy Company. Today, The Hershey Company makes the classic PayDay bar. In 2020, they also started making a "Chocolatey PayDay bar," which is the same but with a delicious chocolatey coating!
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The History of PayDay Candy
The PayDay candy bar was first created in 1932. It was made by the Hollywood Candy Company. The company named the candy bar "PayDay" because it was first produced on a payday for the workers.
During the Great Depression, a time when many people had little money, PayDay candy bars were sometimes eaten as a small meal. This was because they had a lot of peanuts, which made them quite filling.
Frank Martoccio led the Hollywood Candy Company. His company also made another candy bar called the ZERO bar. In 1938, the Hollywood Candy Company moved to Centralia, Illinois.
Over the years, the company that made PayDay changed hands several times. In 1967, the Martoccio family sold Hollywood Brands to Consolidated Foods. This company later became known as Sara Lee.
Later, in 1988, the Leaf Candy Company bought Hollywood Brands. Finally, in 1996, The Hershey Company bought Leaf North America. This is how Hershey's started making the PayDay bar.
Different Kinds of PayDay Bars
The original PayDay bar has been around since 1932. It is known for its simple mix of peanuts and caramel. Over the years, there have been a few special versions of the PayDay bar. For example, in 2003, there was a limited edition with a honey glaze. In 2005, a "PayDay Pro" was released, which was an energy bar with extra protein.
Chocolatey PayDay
For a long time, people wanted a chocolate-covered PayDay bar. In the 1980s, when Sara Lee owned the brand, they did make a chocolate-covered version. The Hershey Company also made limited chocolate PayDay bars in 2006 and 2007.
Then, in August 2020, Hershey's made the "Chocolatey PayDay" a regular part of their candy bar lineup. This bar is just like the classic PayDay, but it has a yummy chocolatey coating.
What's in a PayDay Bar?
PayDay bars are known for their simple, tasty ingredients.
Original PayDay Bar
The classic PayDay bar is made with peanuts and caramel. You can find it in different sizes, including a larger "Kingsize" bar.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
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| Energy | 1,931 kJ (462 kcal) |
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51.9 g
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| Sugars | 40.4 g |
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25 g
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| Saturated | 4.8 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
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Protein
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13.5 g
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| Minerals | Quantity
%DV†
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| Calcium |
10%
98.1 mg |
| Iron |
15%
1.9 mg |
| Potassium |
13%
384.6 mg |
| Sodium |
15%
230.8 mg |
| Other constituents | Quantity |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
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Serving size is 1 1.85oz (or 52 g) bar
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| †Percentages estimated using US recommendations for adults. Source: Smart Label |
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Ingredients
The main ingredients in a PayDay bar are peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, and skim milk. It also contains vegetable oils like palm oil and sunflower oil. Other ingredients include salt, carrageenan, and mono- and diglycerides.
Allergens
- PayDay bars contain milk and peanuts.
Special Features
- PayDay bars are made in the USA.
- They are also Gluten-free.
- They have an OU-D certification, which means they are kosher dairy.
Chocolatey PayDay Bar
The Chocolatey PayDay bar was added to the permanent collection in August 2020. It has salted peanuts and caramel, just like the original. But it's covered in a special chocolatey candy coating.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
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| Energy | 2,092 kJ (500 kcal) |
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55.8 g
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| Sugars | 51.9 g |
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26.9 g
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| Saturated | 9.6 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
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Protein
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9.6 g
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| Minerals | Quantity
%DV†
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| Calcium |
10%
96.1 mg |
| Iron |
16%
2.1 mg |
| Potassium |
10%
307.7 mg |
| Sodium |
13%
192.3 mg |
| Other constituents | Quantity |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
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Serving size is 1 1.85oz (or 52 g) bar
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| †Percentages estimated using US recommendations for adults. Source: Smart Label |
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Ingredients
The ingredients for the Chocolatey PayDay include sugar, peanuts, and various vegetable oils. These oils are palm oil, shea oil, sunflower oil, palm kernel oil, and safflower oil. It also has corn syrup, chocolate, and skim milk. Other ingredients are whey, salt, lecithin, carrageenan, mono- and diglycerides, and artificial flavor (vanillin).
Allergens
- Chocolatey PayDay bars contain milk, peanuts, and soy.
Special Features
- These bars are made in the US.
- They also have an OU-D certification, meaning they are kosher dairy.
