Boyer Candies

Boyer Candies factory with signs for Clark Bar and Mallo Cup

Date of Visit: July 25, 2021

When you think of Pennsylvania candy companies, you likely think of Hershey first. And rightfully so, it’s the largest confectioner in the country and is still based in the community in Derry Township that bears the same name.

But there are chocolatiers across the state of varying sizes – many of them open the doors for tours or, at the very least, offer a little spot to learn more and pick up some goodies.

Sign for Boyer Candies Outlet Store

That’s the case for Boyer Candies in Altoona.

Boyer is the producer of Mallo Cups and Clark Bars, chocolatey treats that are less familiar to many. I only really knew about them because my family owns a small candy store and have carried both products as long as I can remember, but I have rarely seen them in stores.

All of Boyer’s specialties are in-stock at their outlet store, attached to the factory in western PA.

Interior of Boyer Candies in Altoona, PA

It’s a small store offering all of their brands in bulk: the aforementioned Mallo Cups and Clark Bars along with their version of Peanut  Butter Cups, Butterscotch Cups, and Jimmy Stix, a chocolate covered pretzel stick with peanut butter filling.

shelf of imperfect candies at Boyer Candies in Altoona, PA

You can also buy factory imperfect items – still delicious even though they don’t meet the standards for retail.

Boyer Candies Mallo Cup plushies

The small space also features a small exhibit of company history – newspaper clippings framed on the walls along with pictures and a small TV screen playing a video detailing the chocolate-making process.

Portrait of a family of three in front of a mural at Boyer Candies

It’s not much of an “attraction,” but we certainly enjoyed everything we bought. And we took the opportunity to get a family photo with the Mallo Man hanging on the wall.

When You Go

  • Parking is located across the street from the outlet.
  • The best deals are the imperfects – usually candies that were not wrapped properly by the machines. These are then repackaged in large bags and boxes and sold in bulk.
  • Ask for samples if you’ve never had Boyer Candy before.
  • Inside Mallo Cups are Play Money Points which can be redeemed for prizes including magnets, t-shirts and mugs.

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