Snack and Bakery Top Stories

Fun Friday: Awake Chocolate 'Turn Up' service, Gov Ball x Welch's Fusions, Dole 125th Pineapple Anniversary

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

To promote Snickers Peanut Butter and add its voice to the "creamy vs. crunchy" dilemma, the brand launched a campaign featuring a focus group of totally unbiased taste-testers ... who all happen to be named Reese.

Blueberry Boost Accelerator encourages fruitful innovation

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:01:00 -0400

The competition winner will receive mentorship, information, guidance, and opportunities to network with other producers and experts.

Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:54:00 -0400

The microwave popcorn, which started as a DTC brand, has since made it onto retail shelves, including Walmart.

Aldi presents LTO Finds lineup for June 2026

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:42:00 -0400

The discount retail store also announced products that will benefit childhood cancer organization Alex’s Lemonade Stand.

Fun Friday: Grillo's Pickles slides, Chomps Le Chick'en purse, Hershey's hometown hero

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

National Donut Day is June 5, and Dunkin', Shipley Donuts, and Lidl have you covered with free treats, fun apparel, and more.

Versatility is a must-have attribute in slicing, cutting, and portioning equipment

edfinkel@earthlink.net (Ed Finkel) — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

When on the market for new equipment, bakers and snack-makers need gear that can do a lot, and that can be changed over quickly to reduce downtime.

Oreo rocks out with BTS limited-edition cookies

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:37:00 -0400

The treat features 13 unique cookie embossments, in honor of the band’s 13th anniversary this year, with flavors inspired by a sweet Korean street snack.

IDDBA 2026 bites down on bakery trends

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The speaker slate includes famous names like Alton Brown, Trevor Noah, and legendary basketball leader Coach K.

Global Pouch Forum investigates global market trends, applications

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The 2026 conference will explore challenges in the packaging industry.

Fun Friday: Liquid I.V. highlights Ring Pop Cherry, Laffy Taffy goes bananas, Nutella Ice Cream launches nationwide

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Takis is looking for its "Most Intense Fans," spotlighting the passionate shoppers who go harder and louder than everyone else—and rewarding them with the chance to win $5,000.

BEMA Convention strives to support baker growth

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The 2026 conference will address key challenges in the baking industry.

Popcorn explores sweet, spicy, healthy flavor profiles

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The category is shifting as consumers want snacks that meet their health goals without sacrificing taste.

One More Bite: Sawyer Hemsley, Crumbl

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The quest to create the perfect chocolate chip cookie turned into a fast-growing sugar-slinging empire.

Grain ingredients bring taste, health to baked goods and snacks

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With people looking for high-fiber foods, clean labels, and other must-haves, grains can deliver on several counts.

Most popular new products: April 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Snacks range from Khloud Protein Chips, to Lance Spicy Pimento Cheese crackers, to Auntie Anne’s Crispy Cheesy Mini Dogs.

The invention of potato chips is an American innovation story

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

If you crave thinly sliced, lightly cooked slivers of spuds, thank George Crum.

Fun Friday: Lay's jumps on the Bandwagon, Hershey's Chocolate World treats and bell, Ibotta snacks data

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Starbucks and Khloud gift 0K Summer Snack Combos, plus Khloe makes an IRL appearance.

Most-viewed Snack and Bakery Products of 2025

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400

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.

Consumers talk about Oreo snack cakes, Mondelēz listens

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:25:00 -0400

After the baked treats returned from a hiatus, the company collected feedback from people and tweaked to reflect their input.

FDA commissioner Marty Makary resigns

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:44:00 -0400

Kyle Diamantas, J.D., has been appointed as acting commissioner, and the search for a replacement is already underway.

Wildwood strives to offer intriguing flavor pairings

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The caramel and chocolate maker creates interesting flavors such as Chai, Matcha, and Cardamom.

Mighty Spark seeks to craft ‘craveable’ chicken sticks

Tue, 12 May 2026 12:49:00 -0400

With the help of retailers and consumers, the company gives 1 million meals a year to Feeding America to fight food insecurity.

Crumbl founders step down from company leadership

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:32:00 -0400

The founders, and Chief Technology Officer Bryce Redd, will leave as soon as the team can locate replacements, according to an X.com statement.

Cooper Street bakes up blend of tradition, innovation

Mon, 11 May 2026 12:46:00 -0400

Building on family recipes that date back 100+ years, the Michigan-based baked good brand keeps innovating.

Fun Friday, Mother's Day edition: Paris Baguette, Randy's Donuts, Tous les Jours, Krispy Kreme, and more

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Major foodservice chains are making sure Mom gets something sweet this year.

Wa-Chaa snacks give the honorable peanut a kick

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Founded in China, the snack nut producer draws inspiration from a storied legend of kung fu cinema.

ABA leaders discuss baking industry’s next level

Mon, 04 May 2026 09:35:00 -0400

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.

Fun Friday: M&M's goes cerulean, Moe's Grilled Burrito Dippers, Big Boy teachers and nurses appreciation week

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Nothing Bundt Cakes sweetens the season with $4K giveaway, plus the return of its Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl Bundt Cake.

Dot’s snack mix builds on Hershey’s salty snacks strategy

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:18:00 -0400

While the brand has added a score of new flavors to the line, the pretzel-centric mix marks the first format departure for Dot’s.

Phoenicia Diner brings its pancakes to home kitchens

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:29:00 -0400

Originally situated in Long Island, NY, the beloved diner moved to its current Catskills location in 1981.