PayDay (confection)
PayDay (confection)[edit | edit source]
PayDay (confection) is a popular candy bar that is produced by the Hershey Company. It was first introduced in 1932 by the Hollywood Candy Company and has since become a staple in the confectionery industry.
History[edit | edit source]
The PayDay candy bar was first introduced in 1932 by the Hollywood Candy Company. The company was based in Centralia, Illinois, and was known for its innovative approach to candy making. The PayDay bar was one of their most successful products, and it quickly gained popularity due to its unique combination of peanuts and caramel.
In 1967, the Hollywood Candy Company was acquired by the Leaf Candy Company, which continued to produce the PayDay bar. In 1996, the Hershey Company acquired the Leaf Candy Company, and with it, the rights to produce the PayDay bar.
Ingredients and Nutritional Information[edit | edit source]
The PayDay bar is made up of a nougat center that is covered in caramel and rolled in salted peanuts. The bar is high in protein due to the peanuts, but it is also high in sugar and fat due to the caramel and nougat.
A standard PayDay bar contains 240 calories, 13 grams of fat, 5 grams of saturated fat, 120 milligrams of sodium, 21 grams of sugars, and 7 grams of protein.
Variations[edit | edit source]
Over the years, the Hershey Company has introduced several variations of the PayDay bar. These include the PayDay Honey Roasted bar, which features honey roasted peanuts, and the PayDay Chocolatey Avalanche bar, which is covered in a layer of chocolate.
Availability[edit | edit source]
The PayDay bar is widely available in the United States and can be found in most grocery stores, convenience stores, and online retailers. It is also available in some international markets, including Canada and Mexico.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Hershey's official website
- Hollywood Candy Company history
- Nutritional information for PayDay bar
External Links[edit | edit source]
- [Official website of Hershey's]
- [History of Hollywood Candy Company]
- [Nutritional information for PayDay bar]
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