Pickle Kits & Candy: A Tangy Twist on Sweet Treats!

One of the most creative ways to excite your taste buds in recent years has come from the explosion in popularity of chamoy pickle kits. This Mexican candy influenced treat has taken different corners of the internet by storm. On TikTok, the tag ‘chamoy pickle’ has nearly 60,000 videos, with millions of views, reflecting the widespread appeal to foodies everywhere!

For candy shop owners, this trend presents a great opportunity to sell more product by offering custom pickle kits that feature candy pairings tailored to a wide variety of preferences and tastes.

These viral TikTok videos are the result of the pure sensory overload that chamoy pickle kits generate. They cover a wide range of flavors and textures to offer you one of the most exhilarating foodie experiences out there! From sweet and tangy, to sour and a little spicy, and juicy, soft and squishy with just the right amount of crunch, these pickles hit on every one of your taste receptors with an explosion of flavors and textures! Check out this example:

@jeremystoomuch 😋 Your 3rd @ has to try it with you 😋 #chamoypickle #chamoycandy #tiktokshopfallsale #chamoypicklekit #tiktokmademebuyit ♬ Los Choukarios - Bellecour

Candy store owners, take note! Pickle kits are not just a fun trend, but they’re also a great opportunity to attract customers who are looking for something new and exciting. By packaging your own kits in an eye-catching way, and offering a variety of candy and flavor options, you can create a product that stands out on your brick-and-mortar store’s shelves, or potentially sets you apart as the best online candy store in the business!

Whether it's for a special event, a themed party, or just a fun snack option, these pickle kits offer something different that your customers will be eager to try.

So, what exactly are the chamoy pickle kit ingredients, and how do I pivot my candy marketing to take advantage of the popularity of these unique treats? We’re so glad you asked, let’s dive in!

What is a Chamoy Pickle Kit?

At its core, a pickle kit is a fun and customizable way to enjoy pickles with an assortment of candies. The star of many pickle kits is the chamoy pickle, a Mexican delicacy that's known for its tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor profile. When paired with the right candy, chips, and other ingredients, the ordinary pickle transforms into a culinary experience that's out of this world delicious!

At Redstone Foods we have a couple of options for the centerpiece of your chamoy pickle kit: The Big Tex Chamoy Pickle from Alamo Candy, and Rico’s Jumbo Chamoy Pickle.

With the mainstay ingredient ready, it’s time to fill the inside with something crunchy. Fuego Takis are the most popular ingredient here, but many people also use Flamin’ Hot Cheetos to great success. Andy Capp’s Fire Fries will also add the perfect amount of full bodied crunch and spice that you’re looking for.

Now, for the fun part – you’ll want to add a variety of your favorite candies to the mix!

First, you’ll want to add something to wrap the outside of the pickle with, like a fruit roll-up or Jovy Fruit Rolls. These come in strawberry, pineapple, sour green apple, watermelon, and raspberry. Any of these flavors will make a nice compliment to the candied pickle and it should also help keep your hands from getting too sticky when you eat it.

You could also try Alamo Candy Company Picosita Belts that are sweet, spicy and sour all in one! These tangy strawberry candy belts are covered in chili powder, creating the perfect combination to wrap your chamoy pickle in!

You’ll also want to add some spicy, or sweet and sour juicy candy to the inside of the pickle. For someone looking for a super spicy kick, Lucas Gusano Fuego Extra Picante liquid candy will set your tastebuds ablaze with the hot, hot fire!

For something a little more forgiving to your taste palate, but equally intense due to the sourness, Howler’s Souracha Super Sour Candy Sauce pairs perfectly with your pickle kits, garnering a strong burst of fun flavor!

Many popular pickle kit recipes also call for some seasoning, or candy powder to sprinkle on each bite as you eat it. It was evident at the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo that the most popular seasoning these days is clearly Tajin. It can be found virtually everywhere, from pickles to pork rinds, to potato chips, nuts and even candy, Tajin is infinitely popular anywhere you look!

In fact, a Tajin pickle kit may be another good idea for spicy, tangy, and citrusy pickle experience that is all centered around this trendy seasoning. Hmmm…. Now that sounds interesting!

You could also add El Chilerito Sweet and Sour Candy Chamoy Powder, or Lucas Polvos Sweet and Sour Mango Candy Powder for a sweet and tangy kick that hits all the right flavor notes!

To us, the real highlight of the show is the candy you stuff inside of the pickle!

Fruit Gushers are an infinitely popular staple of most of the TikTok videos, but you can certainly get creative here. The Super Sour Berry Gushers are gummy candy with a liquid sour candy filling that really compliments the texture and flavor of your chamoy pickle.

Sour Punch Straws are another great choice for stuffing your chamoy pickle with a tangy twist! These colorful, chewy straws bring a mouth-puckering sour punch that perfectly cuts through the savory and spicy notes of the chamoy pickle. Their long, slender shape makes them perfect for stuffing into the pickle’s hollowed-out center, adding both texture and a burst of vibrant flavor with every bite.

Lucas Salsagheti is perhaps the quintessential ‘must-have’ ingredient for your chamoy pickle kits. These gummy watermelon candy strips are a little spicy and come with a packet of Lucas Gusano tamarind flavored sauce to help you achieve maximum sensory overload. This is like the proverbial ‘cherry on top’ of your chamoy pickle sundae!

This sure isn’t your ordinary dill pickle! Chamoy pickle kits bring a tangy twist to your snacking experience, blending sweet, spicy, and sour flavors in a way that’s anything but typical.

Whether you’re a fan of bold, adventurous tastes or simply looking to offer your customers something new and exciting, chamoy pickles paired with the right candy combinations are sure to be a hit. And if you’re looking to stock up, you can easily buy candy wholesale online from Redstone Foods to create your own signature pickle kits. These are the perfect way to offer your customers a snack they won’t soon forget!

We can’t wait to show you why Redstone Foods is known around the block as America’s favorite candy distributor! Sign up for an account with us online or give us a call today!

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