America began its love affair with candy bars over a century ago – and it doesn't seem like it'll be waning anytime soon, with new editions and variations appearing on grocery store shelves all the time. But there are some sweet treats that have left their mark on the nation's hearts more than others. We've gone back in time to revisit the very best bars the country has enjoyed over the years, from discontinued delights like the Chicken Dinner and the Seven Up to classics that are still popular today. 

Click or scroll through our gallery to find out the best candy bars of all time, counting down to the most iconic – did your favorite make the list? 

Our ranking is based on the popularity of each candy bar, taking into account sales, longevity and the reaction of the products at their time of release. The list is unavoidably subjective.