Snack and bakery trends include a desire for new eating experiences and rising interest in plant-based items.

Trying products with unexpected flavors offers a moment of wonder, and the act of actually discovering it adds to the anticipation.

 “Flavor-iety” — if only it were a real word, because no other captures the essence of the gummies and jellies right now.  

It might not be as explicit as potato chips, pretzels and a glass of orange juice, but if a new report by Mintel is to be believed, salty snacks at breakfast could be the next big thing.