You’d think finding out how many Hershey Kisses are in a bag would be simple, but apparently, it’s not.
Every bag’s a little different, and the numbers online are all over the place. So, we did the math to see what’s really inside.
Why It’s So Hard to Get a Straight Answer
If you’ve ever searched this before, you’ve probably seen five different answers — one says 66, another says 75, and the bag itself? It only lists servings. It’s not you; it’s how Hershey does it.
Here’s the catch: Hershey sells Kisses by weight, not by count.
That means the number of pieces in each bag depends on how much every Kiss weighs.
A classic milk chocolate Kiss weighs about 0.16 ounces, but not all Kisses are created equal.
- Filled or flavored ones (like Almond or Caramel) weigh a little more.
- Seasonal versions can vary in size or even have thicker foil.
So when you see “12-ounce bag = 75 Kisses,” that’s an average, you might get 70, or maybe 78. Tiny differences in chocolate weight add up fast when you’re filling thousands of bags.
The Sweet Math: How Many Hershey Kisses Are in a Bag?
Alright, enough suspense, let’s talk numbers.
Because each Kiss weighs about 0.16 ounces, we can do a little math magic:
1 ounce ÷ 0.16 ounce per Kiss = about 6.25 Kisses per ounce.
Round that for easier estimating, and you get the “multiply by 6.2” rule.
Just multiply the total ounces on the bag by 6.2 to get a close estimate.
Here’s what that looks like in real life:
| Bag Size | Approx. Number of Kisses |
|---|---|
| 10 oz bag | about 63–68 Kisses |
| 12 oz bag | around 72–75 Kisses |
| 14.4 oz bag | close to 90 Kisses |
| 20 oz bag | roughly 125–130 Kisses |
| 35.8 oz bag | about 220–225 Kisses |
| 40 oz bag | usually 250–252 Kisses |
| 1 lb (16 oz) bag | around 100 Kisses |
| 2 lb (32 oz) bag | close to 200 Kisses |
| 66.7 oz party pack | about 400 Kisses |
For example, if you’ve got a 10.5-ounce bag, here’s the math:
10.5 × 6.2 = about 65 Kisses.
It’s not exact, some are slightly heavier, others lighter, but it’s close enough for planning candy jars, making party favors, or just figuring out how long your stash will last (before it mysteriously disappears).
How Many Hershey Kisses Fit in a Jar? (The Guessing Game Classic)
You’ve probably seen this one at parties or in the office, a mason jar stuffed with shiny Kisses and a note that says “Guess how many!”
One user on X even posted:
“How many Hershey Kisses are in this jar? There’s a chocolate bunny in the middle taking up some space. Please help me win this at work. 🥺🤣”
That’s the thing, no two jars are exactly the same. The shape of the jar, the foil thickness, even whether someone added a random bunny in the middle, it all throws off the count.
But here’s a rough guide to help you get close (and maybe win next time):
| Jar Size | Approx. Number of Kisses |
| 8 oz jar | 45–50 Kisses |
| 16 oz jar (pint) | 85–90 Kisses |
| 32 oz jar (quart) | 160–170 Kisses |
| 64 oz jar (half gallon) | 325–350 Kisses |
So the next time you’re guessing, these numbers should get you pretty close.
And if you still need some inspiration for your next office game, this video perfectly captures the sweet chaos in motion.
The Final Count (More or Less)
So, the mystery’s solved, sort of.
Of course, all of this is still a bit of guesswork. Hershey’s sells by weight, not count, so unless someone decides to count every Kiss in every bag ever made, we’re all just working with educated math.
Still, whether you’re planning party favors, stuffing a jar for the office game, or just figuring out how far one bag will take you on movie night, at least now you’ve got a solid starting point.
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