Odds and Ends: A Bit of History for Those of You Who Love Milk Duds

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Friday, October 30, 2026

A Bit of History for Those of You Who Love Milk Duds

The original creator of Milk Duds wanted the candies to be perfectly round. When that proved impossible, he called them "duds." He added the word "milk" to refer to the large amount of milk used to make the candy. Sign in to see full entry.

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