Once upon a time in 1920s Germany, a confectioner by the name of Hans Riegel tinkered with gelatin and fruit flavors to create a soft gummy candy unlike anything seen before. Inspired by the dancing bears at German festivals, he molded his invention into a bear shape that gained worldwide popularity over the decades that followed. Fast forward to today, and Trader Joe’s Milk Chocolate Covered Gummy Bears evoke charming, chocolatey nostalgia in every bite!

Gummy Bears may be German, but Milk Chocolate Covered Gummy Bears are a purportedly Swedish creation that’s difficult to find outside of specialty shops. So, we partnered with an expert Swedish confectionery to bring these premium sweets to you at a beary great value. Smooth and creamy milk chocolate gives each soft and chewy gummy a cocoa-covered bear hug. With an assortment of gummy bear flavors, each handful is like a box of fruity chocolates—you never know what you’re gonna get (but it’ll certainly be delicious!).

These Gummy Bears are delightful right out of the bag and as adorable accoutrements for desserts. Stick a few atop cupcakes, Mini Cheesecake Cones, Brookies, and Dark Chocolate Ganache Mini Sheet Cakes for a pop of chewy, chocolatey goodness!