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Formulation strategies for developing better-for-you snacks and baked goods

Natural ingredients, added nutrients, diet-friendly and plant-based solutions top the list

August 21, 2019

There's a reason why better-for-you is trending and "perfect-for-you" isn't. According to the August 2018 "U.S. Better for You Eating Trends" market report from Mintel, just 7 percent of consumers say they're strict with themselves to make sure their diet is as healthy as possible, and just three in 10 say they maintain a healthy diet most of the time.

Healthy snacking and plant-based foods fuel growth of nuts, seeds and inclusions

Joyce Friedberg

August 14, 2019

Nuts and seeds are growing in popularity due to an increase in healthy snacking and consumer interest in plant-based products. According to Innova Market Insights, 7 in 10 U.S. consumers sought healthier snacking options in 2018.

State of the Industry 2019: Snack mix and nut inspirations for category growth

Global flavors, healthy indulgence and dynamic textures top trends in snack and nut mixes

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

July 24, 2019

According to the "Top 10 Trend Predictions for 2019" from SPINS, Chicago, internationally inspired innovation in nuts and seeds is gaining ground. SPINS says that nuts and seeds are watch-worthy because they're not only protein-rich and easy to eat, but they deliver antioxidants and long-lasting energy.

Snack mixes and nuts find growth in healthy snacking

Consumers search for trending ingredients in snack mixes and nuts

Liz Parker Kuhn

March 14, 2019

Trends in snack mixes and nuts are constantly changing, but many also remain the same, as consumers are constantly searching for better-for-you snacks and the next "big thing."

Snack bars continue growth through better-for-you innovation

Bars with healthy ingredients and appealing flavors help consumers meet their health goals.

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

December 7, 2018

For a culture focused on convenience and clean-label nutrition, bars continue to deliver. Sales of snack and granola bars on the whole have grown 2.9 percent during the 52 weeks ending October 7, 2018, according to data from IRI, Chicago, hitting a value of $6.2 billion.

This Bar Saves Lives: snacks on a mission

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

May 15, 2018

This Bar Saves Lives, led by actors Ryan Devlin, Todd Grinnell, Ravi Patel and Kristen Bell, has a mission of helping alleviate hunger in developing countries.

Plant-based protein trend helps boost snack mix and nut sales

Plant-protein messaging and overall inherent nutritional appeal help snack mixes and nuts continue growth

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

May 14, 2018

While many snack categories find themselves reassessing and reformulating amidst healthy eating trends, the snack and nut mix category benefits from being seen as an intrinsically healthy choice.

Togarashi Nori Almond Crunch

May 8, 2018

This savory snack mix concept combines almonds, nori, sesame seeds, crisp brown rice, togarashi, ponzu, orange and maple syrup.

Better-for-you, Ayurvedic bread from Surya Spa

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

May 4, 2018

Surya Spa bakes breads that feature healthy ingredients like fruit and nuts, and also some ingredients more akin to Ayurveda than the bakery industry.

Bakery snacks continue to innovate and grow through diversification

New flavors and more clean-label products rank high among trends related to doughnuts, pastries and muffins

Liz Parker Kuhn

April 6, 2018

Bakery snacks, including key segments like pastries, doughnuts, muffins, snack cakes and more, remain a staple in Americans' snacking routines. Whether shoppers are looking for an indulgent snack or a better-for-you item, there's something for everyone.