Question

Candy Corn was originally called what? 

Answer 1

Candy Corn was originally called "Chicken Feed". The name was changed to Candy Corn in the late 1800s when the treat became popular.

Answer 2

Candy Corn was originally called "Chicken Feed". It was invented in the 1880s by George Renninger of the Wunderle Candy Company. At that time, some farmers used to feed chickens with colorful kernels and as a nod to this practice, Renninger marketed his candy as "Chicken Feed". The candy became a hit among customers and eventually, the name was changed to Candy Corn. Today, Candy Corn is a popular Halloween candy in the United States.