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Pepperidge Farm is refreshing its Chessmen cookie line with three new indulgent flavors, alongside a new white chocolate mango Milano. The launches bring warm, cozy profiles and a limited retail exclusive to shelves starting this month.

Nutri-Grain introduced Nutri-Grain Crunchy, a new bar line designed to deliver more whole grains and fiber with a crisp, mess-free bite. The launch reflects the brand’s continued refresh as consumers seek simple, approachable ways to close everyday nutrition gaps.

New research reveals that while the same yeast dominates sourdough starters, the type of flour used can significantly alter bacterial composition. The findings highlight how subtle ingredient choices can influence fermentation behavior and bread characteristics.

McKee Foods is expanding its Little Debbie lineup with the Banana Puddin’ Creme Pie, pairing soft vanilla cookies with banana creme and a custard-like finish. Inspired by classic Southern banana pudding, the new treat brings nostalgic comfort to the brand’s longtime creme pie platform.

McKee Foods is introducing a twin-wrapped Strawberry Shortcake Roll designed for convenient snacking across dayparts. The updated format delivers nostalgia, portability and renewed excitement for a long-standing Little Debbie staple.

Attendees discovered exciting and new developments in alternative proteins and marinades for meat and seafood. In the alternative protein market, ROVITARIS SprouTx is revolutionizing formulations—addressing taste and texture challenges faced by the plant-based meat and seafood industry. 

Marzetti’s R&D team reinvented gluten-free baking with a dough-based method that proofs and rises like real bread. The result: Texas Toast with the texture and taste consumers “can’t believe is gluten-free.”

The refreshed site, developed by Costello Creative Group (CCG), offers an improved digital experience with faster navigation, detailed product information, and a sleek new design.

Dave’s Killer Bread is expanding its lineup with Supreme Sourdough, a thick-sliced, double-fermented loaf made with an authentic starter and organic ingredients. The brand also brings back its legacy Oats & Blues loaf, now available in a Thin-Sliced option for 2025.

Ocean Spray Ingredients harnesses the bold, vibrant essence of the cranberry to deliver a diverse portfolio of premium, sustainably sourced ingredients. Guided by deep consumer insights and culinary ingenuity, they craft cran-centric solutions that spark innovation across a wide spectrum of applications, from baked goods and beverages to snack mixes and more.