If there’s one place consumers are willing to indulge in something decadent, it might be at their favorite restaurant. And when it comes to the end of the meal and the prized desserts that await, research from Datassential, Chicago, shows that consumers are still choosing sweets.
In a move that will delight breakfast lovers and day-long snackers alike, Hostess Brands announced the introduction of two new products: Hostess Cinnamon Sugar Crunch Donettes and Hostess Apple Streusel Coffee Cakes.
Two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending the "Almonds in the Rockies" trip in Boulder and Denver, Colorado, which was sponsored by the Almond Board of California.
Whether center-of-store or along the perimeter in the fresh bakery section, sweet goods are on the rise. According to the 2017 “What’s in Store” report from the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association, in-store bakeries have experienced much success over the past five years, soaring 51 percent in total annual sales to reach $15.7 billion dollars, enjoying a 7.9 percent increase in the past year alone.
Duncan Hines has introduced Duncan Hines Perfect Size for 1, a broad line of freshly-baked indulgent treats prepared in the microwave in only about a minute.