Bold colors in food can connect with the desire to gather: GNT A report indicates shows snacks and baked items with bright tones can attract consumers. SF&WB Staff December 12, 2025 Research from the supplier indicates vibrant shades in food can satisfy the need for “sensory-rich moments.”Read More
Dairy ingredients benefits go beyond boosting taste Such products can bring BFY appeal, extend shelf life, improve texture, and more. Jenni Spinner December 8, 2025 From imparting snacks with cheesy taste to helping baked goods last longer, such ingredients can help create appealing products.Read More
Functional and nutritional ingredients appeal to health-conscious consumers Incorporating them into snacks and bakery products can be worth the challenges. Jenni Spinner November 19, 2025 When shopping for snacks that offer higher protein, lower sugar, energy boost, or other benefits, the right ingredients can hit the mark.Read More
Consumers reach for doughnuts that offer fun flavors, indulgence Producers of the baked goods are offering shoppers an enticing blend of novel tastes and familiar favorites. Chris Lewis November 18, 2025 While viral trends impact the sweet goods category, a taste of the familiar also brings buyers in.Read More
Mondelēz bites into consumer snacking trends An expert from the producer discusses what snackers seek in on-the-go buys. Jenni Spinner November 18, 2025 Portion control, convenience, variety—consumers have a lot on their minds when deciding which snacks to take home or to work with them.Read More
Edible aims to deliver ‘unexpected’ seasonal treats An expert from the company shares insights and innovations from its portfolio. Jenni Spinner November 10, 2025 Known for gifts consumers can gobble, the company has broadened its offerings to include more than its eye-catching edible arrangements.Read More
Consumers seek health benefits, taste, and sensory experience with inclusions Snack and bakery producers have a lot to balance when incorporating such ingredients. Jenni Spinner November 10, 2025 Those little bits in cakes, cookies, crackers, and other food products must meet consumer expectations with flavor, texture, health, and other aspects.Read More
Fun Friday: Pringles shares blast from the past, Thrive Market talks spooky trends, Goetze’s mascot returns A Hollywood star is helping a fruit snack brand scare up 1990s nostalgia. Jenni Spinner October 31, 2025 Trigger warning: the short movie featured in this roundup is genuinely terrifying, so watch with caution.Read More
Busy schedules fuel the hunger for frozen snacks Nibbling on heat-and-eat foods offers increasing appeal to on-the-go consumers. Alex Zavistovich October 29, 2025 Younger snacking generations especially prefer easy grazing to prepping and eating full meals.Read More
Cargill forecasts $3.3B in Halloween chocolate sales Seasonal demand, nostalgia, and novelty drive the category's growth. Candy Industry Staff October 28, 2025 Trends like emotional connection, novelty and adventure, and snack-sized formats are shaping this season's demand.Read More