VERIFIED FIELD NOTE · CHECKED AUG. 18, 2026
Is Idaho Spud
still made?
Confirmed for direct sale by Idaho Candy Company in single-bar and box quantities.
The short history
Idaho Candy Company has made the Idaho Spud since 1918. Its potato name and shape disguise a candy bar built from cocoa-flavored marshmallow, a dark coating and coconut rather than anything made from potatoes.
What survived
The cocoa-flavored marshmallow center, dark coating, coconut exterior and potato-like shape survive.
What changed
Packaging and distribution have evolved; the maker still positions it as a Northwest favorite.
Current versions
The recognizable bar remains available, with single bars and multi-bar quantities appearing through the maker and retailers. Packaging and distribution have evolved more than the basic identity of the candy.
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THE QUESTIONS PEOPLE ASK
Idaho Spud FAQ
Is the Idaho Spud candy bar still made?
Yes. Idaho Candy Company currently sells the Idaho Spud.
Does an Idaho Spud contain potato?
No. Its potato reference comes from the name and shape; the bar is based on cocoa-flavored marshmallow, coating and coconut.
Where is the Idaho Spud most commonly found?
It is strongly associated with Idaho and the Northwest, but current online listings make it available beyond its traditional regional market.
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