21 Food-Scented Candles That Smell Good Enough To Eat


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Literie A Slice of Strawberry Cheesecake

A Slice of Strawberry Cheesecake

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Literie A Slice of Strawberry Cheesecake

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If you know anything about Junior’s, our guess is you’re a cheesecake lover. Lucky for fans of this Brooklyn restaurant, you can get their famous strawberry cheesecake in candle form. Enjoy the fruity and creamy notes with up to 50 hours of burn time.

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Aire Candle Co. Pumpkin Pie Beeswax Candle

Pumpkin Pie Beeswax Candle

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Aire Candle Co. Pumpkin Pie Beeswax Candle

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Roasted turkey gets a lot of the attention on Thanksgiving, but in our opinion, desserts like pumpkin pie are the real stars of the show. With notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, sweet orange, and clove, lighting up this candle will make it seem like you just pulled a pie fresh out of the oven.

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Friends NYC Espresso Martini Candle

Friends NYC Espresso Martini Candle

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Friends NYC Espresso Martini Candle

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The perfect gift for coffee lovers, this espresso-inspired candle smells just like the real thing, plus, you can reuse the glass after its 60-hour burn time to make an espresso martini of your own.

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D.S. and Durga Pasta Water Candle

Pasta Water Candle

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D.S. and Durga Pasta Water Candle

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Know someone who always has pasta on the brain? Made in partnership with Jupiter restaurant in New York, this unique pasta water-scented candle from the visionaries at D.S. and Durga is truly *chef’s kiss.* Although somewhat difficult to pinpoint, we’d say it has subtly starchy, powdery scent. But once you smell it, you’ll totally catch the vibe.

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The Stinky Candle Company LLC Dill Pickles Scented Jar Candle

Dill Pickles Scented Jar Candle

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The Stinky Candle Company LLC Dill Pickles Scented Jar Candle

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Instead of reaching for a jar of gherkins, pickle fanatics can relish in 30 hours’ worth of vinegary goodness with this quirky candle.

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Voluspa Crushed Candy Cane Candle

Crushed Candy Cane Candle

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Voluspa Crushed Candy Cane Candle

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This Voluspa candle pays homage to two our favorite holiday treats: candy canes and baked butter cookies. Plus, we love that the gorgeous red and white-striped vessel will look stunning on our holiday tablescape or atop the mantel.

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Capri Blue Spiced Cider Tin Candle

Spiced Cider Tin Candle

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Capri Blue Spiced Cider Tin Candle

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On crisp fall days when all you can think about is cozying up to a warm cup of cider, this Capri Blue candle has you covered. The brand combines sweet and spicy scents like harvest apple and cinnamon for a tantalizing pick-me-up.

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Silver Dollar Candle Co. Bacon and Bourbon Scented Candle

Bacon and Bourbon Scented Candle

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Silver Dollar Candle Co. Bacon and Bourbon Scented Candle

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The smell and sizzle of freshly-made bacon can get any pork-lover excited. Even when your fridge isn’t stocked, this bacon and bourbon-infused scent may just help curtail a craving.

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Yankee Candle Christmas Cookie Scented Candle

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Christmas Cookie Scented Candle

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Yankee Candle Christmas Cookie Scented Candle

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Yankee Candle is the OG of food-scented candles, and their Christmas cookies scent is a holiday classic. When shopping and gift-wrapping have you in a time crunch, you can trick guests into thinking you’re a resident Martha Stewart by lighting up this enticing votive starring scents of vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter, and sugar.

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Home Sick Ice Cream Parlor Candle

Ice Cream Parlor Candle

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Home Sick Ice Cream Parlor Candle

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This Home Sick candle definitely makes us scream for ice cream. With each whiff, you’ll get notes of warm waffle cones, whipped cream, chocolate chips, and a tinge of refreshing mint creme.

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Ryan Porter Can’t Adult Cereal Scented Candle

Can’t Adult Cereal Scented Candle

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Ryan Porter Can’t Adult Cereal Scented Candle

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We’ve all had those days when we just can’t adult. This Fruit Loop-inspired candle empowers you to embrace your inner child (and it’s a subtle reminder that cereal is always on the table when you can’t muster up the energy to cook).

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Rewined Paloma Scented Candle

Paloma Scented Candle

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Rewined Paloma Scented Candle

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Summer might be over, but it’s never a bad time to indulge in a Paloma. This candle evokes the cocktail’s irresistible notes of agave, pink grapefruit, and salt that’ll already have you planning your next warm weather soirée.

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Gilded Body Peach Scented Pink Onyx Marble Candle

Peach Scented Pink Onyx Marble Candle

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Gilded Body Peach Scented Pink Onyx Marble Candle

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Hand-poured in small batches, this elegant Gilded Body candle is perfect for anyone who loves fruity scents and supporting small businesses. It stars notes of peach, vanilla, and plum and comes in the prettiest marble container that they’ll be proud to display on their vanity or mantel.

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White Barn Hot Cocoa & Cream 3-Wick Candle

White Barn Hot Cocoa & Cream 3-Wick Candle

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White Barn Hot Cocoa & Cream 3-Wick Candle

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Even after you’ve had your obligatory cup for the day, this hot cocoa-inspired candle will fill your home with the aroma of rich chocolate, steamed milk, and mini marshmallows.

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Sur La Table Tomato Vine Candle

Tomato Vine Candle

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Sur La Table Tomato Vine Candle

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This savory tomato-basil votive from Sur La Table will turn your kitchen into a pizzeria for up to 40 hours.

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Diptyque Baies (Berries) Scented Candle

Baies (Berries) Scented Candle

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Diptyque Baies (Berries) Scented Candle

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The first thing that comes to mind when lighting up Diptyque’s iconic Baies candle? Picking fresh berries on a farm and making pie.

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Literie Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley

Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley

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Literie Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley

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What’s fall without a trip to your local orchard? This candle draws inspiration from apple picking and the cider donuts you buy at the farm.

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Jo Malone London Pastel Macaroons Scented Candle

Pastel Macaroons Scented Candle

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Jo Malone London Pastel Macaroons Scented Candle

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Elevate tea time with Jo Malone’s macaroon-scented candle, stored in a posh decorative vessel inspired by the brand’s London townhouse.

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Birthday Wish Candle

Birthday Wish Candle

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Birthday Wish Candle

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Here’s a birthday candle with an extra feel-good perk. Not only will its notes of sweet vanilla and orange remind them of their favorite celebratory treat, but the candle is also topped with colorful crystals meant to channel good vibes for the year ahead.

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The Stinky Candle Company LLC French Fries Scented Jar Candle

French Fries Scented Jar Candle

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The Stinky Candle Company LLC French Fries Scented Jar Candle

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Fair warning: This candle might not smell the most enticing when it’s cold, but once you burn it, you’ll be met with the comforting scent of crispy French fries. We wouldn’t blame you if you run out to get a Big Mac combo meal because of it.

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