Image courtesy of: Irukawa Elisa (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Prevailing and emerging trends in snack and bakery including and related to artisan, better-for-you, clean label, flavor trends, food safety, gluten-free, plant efficiency, portion control and sustainability. https://www.snackandbakery.com/rss/5998 en-us The org has spent the past year investing in new tools, resources, and relationships designed to strengthen industry engagement. The org has spent the past year investing in new tools, resources, and relationships designed to strengthen industry engagement.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115990 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:02:20 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115990-aba-amplifies-bakings-voice-in-washington The limited-time menu offerings incorporate the company’s core products with scoops of sweet treats from ice cream stores around the country. The limited-time menu offerings incorporate the company’s core products with scoops of sweet treats from ice cream stores around the country.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115979 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:45:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115979-levain-bakery-brings-back-cool-summer-collabs Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more. Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115975 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115975-state-of-the-industry-2026-sweet-goods-producers-show-creativity-resilience Hand holding up plated doughnuts in front of a U.S. flag Mango Margarita and Coconut cream doughnuts on table Carton of assorted doughnuts on a pink tablescape Assorted doughnuts in a narrow white box Horchata doughnut on table next to bottle of horchata The supplier has released its 2026 summer report, a free publication highlighting trends in the food industry. The supplier has released its 2026 summer report, a free publication highlighting trends in the food industry.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115970 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:54:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115970-t-hasegawa-highlights-savory-sweet-flavors-in-report Joyride has broken the Guinness World Record for “Most photos of people holding a bag of candy uploaded to Instagram within 24 hours.” Joyride has broken the Guinness World Record for “Most photos of people holding a bag of candy uploaded to Instagram within 24 hours.” 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115953 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115953-fun-friday-m-and-ms-x-tour-de-france-kitkat-wins-grand-prix-betty-crocker-reveals-favorite-birthday-cake-flavors Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more. Companies are responding to consumer demand for protein, fiber, natural ingredients, whole grains, and more.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115955 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:28:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115955-state-of-the-industry-2026-bars-with-bfy-focus-thrive Perfect Bar Minis Perfect Snacks Oaties refrigerated protein bars Perfect Snacks Protein + Prebiotics bars Four cartons of Perfect Bar products on a white background Even in rough economic conditions, people still turn to the category for sweet indulgence. Even in rough economic conditions, people still turn to the category for sweet indulgence.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115944 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:08:56 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115944-state-of-the-industry-2026-dessert-producers-respond-to-customers Stack of Golden Cannoli Cannoli Chips in assorted flavors Three cups of Golden Cannoli Cannoli Chips and Dip Clamshell container of Golden Cannoli desserts Clamshell container of Golden Cannoli desserts Range of assorted desserts from Golden Cannoli Consumers are looking to start their day with products that offer protein, fiber, and good taste. Consumers are looking to start their day with products that offer protein, fiber, and good taste.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115939 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115939-state-of-the-industry-2026-breakfasts-big-moment White and blue box of Krusteaz gluten-free buttermilk pancake mix Multicolored box of Krusteaz protein pancake mix Dark blue box of Krusteaz blueberry pancake mix Blue box of Krusteaz Belgian waffle mix Yellow box of Krusteaz buttermilk pancake mix The Cohort represents a diverse set of solutions in sustainable packaging, emerging ingredient solutions, consumer experiences, and production efficiencies. The Cohort represents a diverse set of solutions in sustainable packaging, emerging ingredient solutions, consumer experiences, and production efficiencies.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115927 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:19:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115927-mondelez-announces-startups-chosen-for-colab-tech-2026 The findings reveal a global consumer landscape where snacks have evolved beyond just bites between meals. The findings reveal a global consumer landscape where snacks have evolved beyond just bites between meals.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115911 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:35:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115911-mondelez-releases-seventh-annual-state-of-snacking-report Overall sales have been even or slightly down, but better-for-you products and small-but-growing companies are worth watching. Overall sales have been even or slightly down, but better-for-you products and small-but-growing companies are worth watching.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115908 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115908-state-of-the-industry-buns-keep-rolling-along thompson-richardsa@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) From opening to a fast-casual restaurant in D.C. to quintupling its CPG production capacity when its new Maryland facility becomes fully operational, the brand is on a journey of creativity, inspiration, and growth. From opening to a fast-casual restaurant in D.C. to quintupling its CPG production capacity when its new Maryland facility becomes fully operational, the brand is on a journey of creativity, inspiration, and growth.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115903 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:23:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115903-all-roads-lead-to-growth-for-hummus-maker-little-sesame Rather than eliminating the bakery product from their diets, consumers are searching for BFY options. Rather than eliminating the bakery product from their diets, consumers are searching for BFY options.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115896 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:49:41 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115896-state-of-the-industry-2026-bread-shifts-towards-healthier-alternatives The brand has three products incorporating ingredients and tastes not commonly represented in U.S. baking aisles. The brand has three products incorporating ingredients and tastes not commonly represented in U.S. baking aisles.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115888 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:11:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115888-oh-so-easy-bakes-in-flavors-from-around-the-world The report found that consumers are actively engaging with nutrition information and prefer identifications that provide a balanced view of food products. The report found that consumers are actively engaging with nutrition information and prefer identifications that provide a balanced view of food products.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115870 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:55:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115870-ific-releases-survey-on-front-of-pack-nutrition-labels The competition winner will receive mentorship, information, guidance, and opportunities to network with other producers and experts. The competition winner will receive mentorship, information, guidance, and opportunities to network with other producers and experts.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115829 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:01:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115829-blueberry-boost-accelerator-encourages-fruitful-innovation The microwave popcorn, which started as a DTC brand, has since made it onto retail shelves, including Walmart. The microwave popcorn, which started as a DTC brand, has since made it onto retail shelves, including Walmart.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115810 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:54:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115810-opopop-aims-to-heat-up-microwave-popcorn-category A leader from the company discusses the vitality of good manufacturing practices and taking necessary precautions to keep consumers safe. A leader from the company discusses the vitality of good manufacturing practices and taking necessary precautions to keep consumers safe.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115805 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:39:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115805-prioritizing-food-safety-is-a-bakery-must-corbion The speaker slate includes famous names like Alton Brown, Trevor Noah, and legendary basketball leader Coach K. The speaker slate includes famous names like Alton Brown, Trevor Noah, and legendary basketball leader Coach K.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115766 Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115766-iddba-2026-bites-down-on-bakery-trends Colorful multi-tiered cake at IDDBA Tall stack of cake doughnuts Attendees at IDDBA booth Woman decorating purple and green tiered cake Display of various pastries decorated with googly eyes Multi-tiered charcuterie display The 2026 conference will explore challenges in the packaging industry. The 2026 conference will explore challenges in the packaging industry. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115762 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115762-global-pouch-forum-investigates-global-market-trends-applications The 2026 conference will address key challenges in the baking industry. The 2026 conference will address key challenges in the baking industry. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115760 Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115760-bema-convention-strives-to-support-baker-growth The category is shifting as consumers want snacks that meet their health goals without sacrificing taste. The category is shifting as consumers want snacks that meet their health goals without sacrificing taste.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115759 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115759-popcorn-explores-sweet-spicy-healthy-flavor-profiles With people looking for high-fiber foods, clean labels, and other must-haves, grains can deliver on several counts. With people looking for high-fiber foods, clean labels, and other must-haves, grains can deliver on several counts.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115752 Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115752-grain-ingredients-bring-taste-health-to-baked-goods-and-snacks The new product launches that got the most attention from SF&WB readers in 2025 include a pair of bakery snacks, and cryptid-inspired chips. The new product launches that got the most attention from SF&WB readers in 2025 include a pair of bakery snacks, and cryptid-inspired chips.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115740 Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115740-most-viewed-snack-and-bakery-products-of-2025 After the baked treats returned from a hiatus, the company collected feedback from people and tweaked to reflect their input. After the baked treats returned from a hiatus, the company collected feedback from people and tweaked to reflect their input.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115739 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:25:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115739-consumers-talk-about-oreo-snack-cakes-mondelz-listens The National Automated Merchandising Association offers resources and events for the U.S. convenience services industry, which reportedly contributes more than $41 billion to the economy The National Automated Merchandising Association offers resources and events for the U.S. convenience services industry, which reportedly contributes more than $41 billion to the economy

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115714 Mon, 11 May 2026 13:40:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115714-nama-event-showcases-opportunities-in-vending The artificial intelligence keynote, “Designing with Intelligence: Practical AI for Faster, Smarter, Safer Food Innovation,” will take place July 15 nd will feature Alon Chen, CEO and co-founder of Tastewise, The artificial intelligence keynote, “Designing with Intelligence: Practical AI for Faster, Smarter, Safer Food Innovation,” will take place July 15 nd will feature Alon Chen, CEO and co-founder of Tastewise,

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115699 Fri, 08 May 2026 09:43:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115699-ai-to-be-major-focus-at-ift-first-expo In an age where ultra-processed foods are increasingly getting side-eye from the public, the company is offering a range of natural choices. In an age where ultra-processed foods are increasingly getting side-eye from the public, the company is offering a range of natural choices.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115683 Wed, 06 May 2026 11:36:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115683-prosur-launches-toolkit-of-natural-ingredient-solutions Founded in China, the snack nut producer draws inspiration from a storied legend of kung fu cinema. Founded in China, the snack nut producer draws inspiration from a storied legend of kung fu cinema.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115671 Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115671-wa-chaa-snacks-give-the-honorable-peanut-a-kick At the ABA’s recent 2026 Convention, Eric Dell and Brian LeComte shared their perspectives on issues facing the field, as well as the resilience of bakers. At the ABA’s recent 2026 Convention, Eric Dell and Brian LeComte shared their perspectives on issues facing the field, as well as the resilience of bakers.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115666 Mon, 04 May 2026 09:35:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115666-aba-leaders-discuss-baking-industrys-next-level