bakery trends

Research shows consumers value natural, sustainable products

September 19, 2019

As reported by Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery in its State of the Industry coverage, the U.S. bakery industry is valued at $51.6 billion in annual sales, and the U.S. snack industry sees sales of over $41.6 billion—and growing every year.

Snackification of meals creates morning opportunities

Jane Johnston

September 17, 2019

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It's that time of year again. Summer's almost over, the nights are cooling off and the leaves have already begun to turn. Back to school.

Inside the momentum for ‘Craft’ bakery

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

August 14, 2019

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The 2019 Taste/Tomorrow event that took place in Chicago from May 1 to 2 provided a platform for Puratos to release its latest body of independent global research into top bakery, patisserie and chocolate trends shaping today's marketplace.

IFT 2019: Clean label, savory flavors, plant-based trends dominate

July 25, 2019

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This year's IFT show took place from June 2-5 at the Ernest M. Morial Convention Center, in New Orleans.

State of the Industry 2019: Snack cakes find strength in diversity

Snack cakes continue to do well due to their “on-the-go” versatileness

Liz Parker

June 20, 2019

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Snack cakes have always been popular, partially due to the fact that they're so portable - pop one in your purse or in the car, and you've got an "on-the-go" snack. The category continues to grow, with different flavors and trends emerging each year.

State of the Industry 2019: Frozen breakfast goes better-for-you

Manufacturers add ingredients like whole grains and protein to frozen waffles and other products to build morning appeal

Ed Finkel

June 13, 2019

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How to infuse healthier ingredients like whole grains and protein while maintaining the taste and texture that breakfast consumers want is a driving force in the frozen breakfast products market, consisting of core morning toaster options like pancakes, waffles and French toast.

Globally inspired snack and bakery flavor trends

Global, bold, spicy and botanical flavors trend forward across snack and bakery

Joyce Friedberg

March 11, 2019

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Taste remains a key driver in consumer food purchases. According to the 2018 IFIC "Food and Health Survey," taste was rated the No. 1 factor, with 81 percent of consumers stating taste impacts their decisions. Consumers still seek nostalgic, familiar flavors, but also flavors that appeal to their adventurous side.

The packaging predicament in the snack and bakery industry

Steve French

February 7, 2019

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Many sustainability experts and consumers alike agree that we cannot sustain a society in which we continually make purchases and throw things away. This includes consumables that we use on a daily basis.