Must-Visit Candy Shops in Ruidoso: Sweet Treats & Ice Cream
No trip to Ruidoso is complete without indulging in something sweet! From classic fudge and handmade chocolates to creamy ice cream and nostalgic candies, these Midtown candy shops are the perfect stop for a delicious treat.
Buffett's Candies
Since 1956, New Mexico’s sweetest tradition.
Address: 1925 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Sweet Retreat
Longtime local candy store. Homemade Fudge, Chocolate, Caramel apples, Gummie candies, and BlueBell ice cream.
Located in: Time Square
Address: 2501 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Cathy's Fine Chocolate
Delicious chocolates and praline crunch with flavors for every palette.
Address: 2341 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Purple Mountain Taffy Co.
Homemade Salt Water Taffy, Chocolates and more sweet treats!
Address: 2549 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Phone: (575) 315-1845
CandiFreeze
New Mexico’s largest freeze-dried candy selection, with free samples, smiles, and a 'Pay It Forward' bag of freeze-dried Skittles with every purchase.
Address: 2314 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Did you know?
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