Crackers remain one of the most-important segments in baked snacks. But growth has stagnated in recent years. To drive sales, manufacturers are doing exciting things with flavors and other ingredients to meet culinary- and health-driven consumer demands.

Way Better Snacks will introduce new Sprouted Veggie Chips this month.

AvoLov avocado chips are crafted from real Hass avocados and come in four different flavors; Sriracha, Chili Lime, Pink Himalayan Salt, and Zesty Nacho.

Cheetos. Lay's. Ruffles. Doritos. These are the brands so familiar to nearly every American. They read off like a list of celebrities. They're household words. And they instantly convey a flavor profile, an aroma, a signature texture-likely even childhood memories.

In its latest report, market research firm Packaged Facts projects the salty snacks market to exceed $29 billion in 2022. As of last year, retail sales were estimated at $24 billion.

Cheese lovers, say “Cheez!” Top hats off to those who started petitions, created online groups, and wrote snail mail letters asking Planters to bring back their favorite cheesy snack.

ParmCrisps, the maker of award-winning, artisan crafted crisps made from 100 percent cheese, has refreshed the brand and its packaging, boosting it into a “snack-forward” positioning.