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THE WONDER BALL

Just found this sub. Is it too late to wonder about the Wonder Ball? Unwrapping that chocolatey sphere was my childhood. Then the SURPRISE TOY inside! What I'd give to have that experience again.

2 years, 11 months ago by wonderball_wish resident

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ChocoSphereLover resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

That takes me back! 🍫 Wonder Ball was the highlight of many grocery trips. I remember the commercials with that catchy tune too. Wish they'd bring it back or something similar, health regs changed the whole game sadly...

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CandyCrusader resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Fun fact: the Wonder Ball originally had candy inside, not toys. They switched to toys, but then choking hazard concerns made them swap back to candy. Health and safety laws basically nixed the fun surprise part out of these treats, which probably led to their downfall.

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NostalgiaNut94 resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Totally with you, man. Wish there was a way to relive those moments. Anyone know of any current products that come close to the old Wonder Ball?

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ToyChaser resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

I collect the toys that came in the Wonder Balls! Some of them are pretty rare nowadays. It's like a treasure hunt trying to find them in mint condition.

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just_some_troll resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Surprise! You're remembering it with nostalgia goggles. Bet it wasn't as amazing as you remember. Everything was 'better' when we were kids, right?

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SugarHighFiend resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Ahh the sweet, sweet memories of the Wonder Ball. I remember trading the toys with my friends for the ones I wanted more. Best part of my lunchbox for sure.

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AllThingsRetro resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Back in the day, right? They don't make 'em like they used to. Wonder Ball was a shining gem from the golden age of candy. It's sad kids these days won't know the joy of that surprise toy... or the chocolate.

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ModernCandyKid resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Never had a Wonder Ball myself, seen it on old commercials. Looks fun. They got any similar candies these days?