While Taylor Swift might be spotted leaving some of the world’s most exclusive restaurants with her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, her food preferences are surprisingly down-to-earth. Between her well-known love of chicken tenders and fries, baking homemade treats, and her go-to recipes from Ina Garten, Swift remains remarkably relatable—especially when it comes to her sweet tooth and Taylor Swift’s favorite candy.
Just when we thought Swift couldn’t get more grounded (after all, she once made headlines for dipping her chicken tenders in “seemingly ranch”), she’s given fans another reason to adore her: she’s obsessed with gummy candy. But not just any gummies—Swift’s favorite hails from across the pond. In an interview with Today, Swift shared her love for a unique British candy: Squashies.
“I was just talking near [Judi Dench] about this kind of candy that they have in the U.K. called Squashies,” Swift recalled. “I was like, this is legit candy…It’s gummy, it tastes like a combination of strawberries and raspberries, also cherries. It’s pink and white, it’s all the things I love.” The very next day, Dench surprised her with 10 packs of Squashies – Taylor’s Favorite Candy and a signed headshot, a moment Swift described as unforgettable.
For fans in the U.S., the good news is that you no longer need a trip to the U.K. to taste Swift’s favorite sweet. Smarties—the same company behind the nostalgic candy wafers—has brought Squashies stateside. The Raspberry & Cream Smarties Squashies originally debuted at Target in April, and they’ve quickly gained a following. Now, Smarties is expanding the line with a brand-new flavor: Mixed Fruit Squashies.
These new Mixed Fruit Squashies feature a squishy, foam-like texture that’s reminiscent of the softest marshmallow-meets-gummy hybrid. The flavor lineup includes combinations like orange & pineapple, lemon & lime, and cherry & blackcurrant—offering a tangy, fruity mix that’s bold and addicting. If you’re a fan of gummy candies with a softer bite, this unique texture might just win you over.
The texture is completely different from what you’ll find in traditional U.S. gummy candies, and the flavors are punchy without being overly sweet.
You can find the new Mixed Fruit Smarties Squashies now at Five Below stores and Sheetz convenience stores nationwide, with additional retailers expected to stock them later this year.
So, if you’ve ever wanted to try a candy loved by Taylor Swift—or just want to experience a softer, fruitier twist on your usual gummies—this is your chance. Look what you made me do, Taylor…
