How many reese's pieces did it take ET?

In the movie "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial," it is suggested that E.T. is fond of Reese's Pieces, but the exact number he consumes is not specified. The film famously features a trail of Reese's Pieces used to lure E.T. to the children, but the total quantity remains ambiguous. The iconic candy was chosen as a marketing strategy and helped boost its popularity after the film's release.