PEOPLE had more than 150 testers try nearly 1,300 grocery store products to narrow them down to one winner in 65 categories.

The kit allows kids of all ages to make monster, ghost or mummy popsicles with Brazilian chocolate truffle filling.

ofi's Lesya Melechyn recently outlined six trends the ingredients supplier is seeing in chocolate, confectionery and spreads.

The grass-fed milk chocolate bars are organic, Fairtrade, and are made with organic unrefined coconut sugar. 

Mars Wrigley is launching Halloween treats under its Snickers, Twix and M&M'S brands nationwide later this month.

Among the factors driving growth are expanding interest in the vegan diet and increased awareness of environmental protection and animal cruelty campaigns.

Kinder Bueno is celebrating the summer road trip season with "Summer Gets Bueno," a new program that will help travelers fill up their gas tanks and enjoy Kinder Bueno chocolate bars.

The global competition recognizes and celebrates best-in-class package redesigns and the business impacts they make for their companies.

Nutella is introducing collectable "Breakfast Across America" jars to give consumers a taste of signature breakfasts enjoyed in different regions throughout the country. 

Overall, dollar sales of gift box chocolates are up about 8 percent, but price per unit increases played a role for some brands.