Fortune Cookies: Contrary to popular belief, these sweet treats with enclosed messages originated in California, not China
Tater Tots: Invented in 1953 in Oregon by the Ore-Ida company, making use of leftover potato shavings
Corn Dogs: Sausages coated in cornmeal batter and deep-fried, first popularized at Texas State Fair in the 1940s
S'mores: A campfire treat of roasted marshmallow, chocolate, and graham crackers. First recipe appeared in a 1927 U.S. guidebook
Ranch Dressing: A tangy dressing born in the 1950s on an actual ranch in Santa Barbara, California
Buffalo Wings: Spicy chicken wings first served in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York
Peanut Butter: While ancient civilizations made nut pastes, the creamy, modern peanut butter was developed in the US in the 1890s
Reuben Sandwich: Corned beef, sauerkraut, and rye bread combo, believed to have originated in Omaha, Nebraska, or New York City
Popcorn Balls: Sweetened popcorn clusters, popularized in the US during the 19th century, especially during holidays and fairs