The Candy Bar Game (2 Hilarious Ways To Win Chocolate!)
If you’ve never played any version of The Candy Bar Game, just know this: it starts out calm… and quickly turns into pure chaos.
This fast-paced, laugh-out-loud game is perfect for parties, family nights, holidays, or anytime you want something easy that gets everyone involved. All you need are candy bars, a pair of dice, and a little bit of luck.
There are actually two popular ways to play The Candy Bar Game. Both are fast, funny, and perfect for groups. Choose the version that fits your crowd…or try both!
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Version 1: Dice + Steal Candy Bar Game (Easy & Fast)
This is the simplest and most party-friendly version for a larger group. No mess, just rolling, stealing, and lots of laughs.
What You Need
- A group of 4 or more players
- A variety of candy bars (at least one per player, plus extras)
- 2 dice
- A timer (5 minutes works great)
How to Play the Steal Candy Bar Game
- Sit in a circle and place all candy bars in the center.
- Set a timer for 5 minutes.
- Players take turns rolling the dice and immediately passing them.
- If you roll doubles, that player takes a candy bar from the pile in the middle of the circle or steals one from another player.
- Keep rolling and passing the dice quickly the entire time.
- When the timer ends, everyone keeps whatever candy bars they have in front of them.
How Stealing Works (And Why It’s The Best Part!)
- You can steal from any player at any time when you roll doubles.
- The person who loses the candy doesn’t get a replacement.
- And yes! Players will absolutely try to hide their favorites!
You’ll quickly notice which candy bars are the most popular because they’ll change hands constantly.
Optional Rules to Make It Even Better
If you want to level things up, try one of these:
- No Holding Back Rule: Players must keep their candy visible (no hiding under legs or behind backs!).
- Add “Roll a 7” Rule: If the dice add up to 7, you can also take or steal a candy bar.
- Use Multiple Dice Sets: Great for larger groups to keep the pace fast.
Love this game idea? Try this silly Candy Dice Game printable, too!
Version 2: Unwrap the Candy Bar Game (Hilarious & Chaotic)
This version is a little more chaotic and always gets people laughing. It’s best played with smaller groups, like family or a handful of friends.
What You Need
- Wrapped candy bars
- 2 dice
- Oven mitts (or gloves)
- Knife and fork
How to Play Unwrap the Candy Bar Game
- Sit in a circle and place one or two wrapped candy bars in the center with the utensils and mitts.
- Players take turns rolling the dice around the circle.
- If someone rolls doubles, they put on the oven mitts and use the knife and fork to try to unwrap the candy bar.
- Meanwhile, everyone else keeps taking turns rolling the dice as fast as possible.
- When another player rolls doubles, they put on the oven mitts and take over unwrapping the candy bar using the knife and fork immediately.
- The player who finally unwraps the candy bar gets the prize and can start eating the chocolate right away if they want to! But watch out! As soon as another player rolls doubles, the candy bar gets passed to them, and it becomes their turn to unwrap and eat.
Don’t Want to Use Candy? Try These Instead
You can easily swap out candy for the first version of this game.
For Kids
- Stickers
- Small toys
- Bubbles
- Erasers or fidget toys
- Prize coupons (pick dinner, extra screen time, skip a chore)
For Teens
- Nail polish
- Lip gloss or beauty items
- Gift cards
- Snacks or drinks
For Adults
- Lottery tickets
- Self-care items
- Coffee shop gift cards
- Mini alcohol bottles
Related Variation: Holiday Oven Mitt Game
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