Czech confectionery has a rich tradition stretching back more than a century. From chocolate bars that have been made since the 1920s to wafers inspired by Bohemian spa towns, Czech snacks are unlike anything you'll find in Western supermarkets. Whether you're a Czech expat missing the taste of home, a traveller looking for authentic souvenirs, or simply curious about Central European sweets — this guide covers the most beloved Czech snacks and where to find them.
Chocolate Bars & Pralines
Kofila is arguably the most iconic Czech chocolate bar. Made since 1923, it combines smooth milk chocolate with a creamy coffee filling. The name is a blend of "coffee" and "fila" (filling) and for many Czechs, this is the first chocolate they ever tasted. You'll find Kofila in CzechBox Classic, CzechBox Chocolate and several other boxes.
Studentská pečeť (Student Seal) has been a favourite since 1975. This chunky milk chocolate bar is packed with peanuts, raisins, jelly pieces and sometimes cherries — creating a satisfying mix of sweet, fruity and nutty flavours. It remains one of the best-selling chocolate bars in Czechia.
Ledové kaštany (Ice Chestnuts) are dark chocolate pralines filled with a smooth hazelnut-cocoa cream. Produced since 1966, they are consistently voted among the most popular Czech sweets. Their rich, slightly bitter dark chocolate shell makes them a favourite among adults.
Margot is a distinctly Czech creation — a dark chocolate bar with a soya and coconut filling. Its tropical flavour sets it apart from anything else in the chocolate aisle. Modern variations include Margot Mini Mango & Coconut, adding a fruity twist to the original recipe.
Wafers & Biscuits
Kolonáda oplatky (spa wafers) are inspired by the famous spa towns of Western Bohemia — Karlovy Vary and Mariánské Lázně. These thin, round wafers with hazelnut or chocolate filling have been made using traditional recipes for over a hundred years. They are a must-try for anyone interested in Czech food culture. Included in CzechBox Classic and CzechBox Café.
Tatranky are crispy hazelnut wafer bars coated in a cocoa glaze — a classic Czech-Slovak treat loved across Central Europe for decades. Their Slovak cousin, Horalky, uses peanut cream instead of hazelnut and is equally addictive. Both are featured in CzechBox Czechoslovakia.
Fidorka is a small, round chocolate treat with a hazelnut cream filling — the quintessential Czech pocket chocolate. And BeBe Dobré Ráno (Good Morning) biscuits are the breakfast staple that Czech families have trusted for generations. Try them in CzechBox Rise & Shine.
Candies & Gummies
Lentilky are the Czech answer to Smarties — colourful sugar-coated chocolate candies invented in 1907. They're a childhood icon in Czechia and remain one of the most recognisable Czech sweets worldwide.
PEDRO and JOJO are the two biggest Czech jelly and gummy brands. PEDRO is known for fun shapes like Bears, Sharks and Wormees, while JOJO offers varieties including vegan and reduced-sugar options. We have dedicated boxes for both: CzechBox PEDRO (17 varieties) and CzechBox JOJO (15 varieties).
Bon Pari are classic Czech fruit-flavoured boiled sweets — a staple of cinema trips and childhood memories since the 1970s. And Hašlerky, dating back to 1877, are herbal-liquorice drops named after the famous Czech cabaret singer Karel Hašler.
Drinks
Kofola is the legendary Czech herbal cola, produced since 1960. Made from a blend of 14 herbs and fruit juices, it has a completely different taste from Coca-Cola — lighter, less sweet, with a distinctive herbal finish. Kofola is included in boxes like CzechBox Czechoslovakia, CzechBox Party and CzechBox Traveler.
SEMTEX is a Czech energy drink made by the Kofola company — popular among gamers and anyone who needs a quick energy boost. You'll find it in CzechBox Gamer and CzechBox Rise & Shine.
Vinea is a beloved Slovak grape-based soft drink with elderberry, produced since 1974. Featured in CzechBox Slovakia.
Salty Snacks
Bohemia Chips are the quintessential Czech potato crisps — from ham-flavoured Staročeské brambůrky to cheese sticks and spring onion rings. Czech salty snacks tend to be simpler and more honest in flavour compared to mass-market international brands. Try them all in CzechBox Party.
Havlík sticks combine baked bread flavour with cheese and salt crystals — artisan-quality bread sticks that are impossible to stop eating.
Where to Buy Czech Snacks Online
Most of these snacks are virtually impossible to find outside the Czech Republic and Slovakia. That's exactly why CzechBox exists — we hand-pick, pack and ship authentic Czech and Slovak snacks directly from Czechia to your doorstep, anywhere in the world. Choose from 15 curated boxes starting at €19,90, with worldwide shipping via DHL Express, PPL and Packeta.
Whether you're an expat craving a taste of home, looking for a unique gift, or simply want to explore Central European flavours — there's a CzechBox made for you.