Nostalgic Snacks That Were Banned or Discontinued

#34: Discontinued in 2012

In 2012, Hostess filed for bankruptcy and abruptly ceased production of Twinkies, shocking fans nationwide. Stores sold out within days, and boxes were auctioned online for hundreds of dollars. People hoarded them like artifacts, fearing they would never see the beloved snack again.

The public outcry was so strong that Twinkies returned under new ownership less than a year later. Still, the 2012 disappearance left a permanent mark, proving how deeply ingrained the snack was in American childhoods. For many, it was a reminder that even the most “immortal” foods could suddenly vanish.