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Hunch Snacks, a natural snacks start-up, introduced a line of Organic Dark Chocolate Bites in four flavors: Peanut Butter, Almond, Hazelnut and Chocolate. Each crispy, creamy bite is certified organic, non-GMO, kosher, gluten-free and is free from artificial colors and flavors.

It's clear that the plant-based revolution rolls on and continues to evolve. And not only has it reached mainstream status—but now it might be described as a global phenomenon.

Betty Crocker released its line-up of new seasonal products to meet demand for whimsical, easy treats. Highlights include Dunkaroos Frosting, Cupcake and Giant Cookie Kits and can be found at grocery retailers across the US.

Through joint development agreements, Ocean Spray and Amai Proteins say they plan by 2022 to develop and introduce a cranberry juice with at least a 40% sugar reduction.

With the increasing populations of aging individuals and persons glued to a screen all day, there is an equally increasing need for ingredients and products that address eye health. That need is even more critical considering research revealing that, since the eyes are a direct link to the central nervous system in the brain, eye health actually contributes to overall cognitive and emotional health.

Chickapea, a B-Corp and woman-owned natural foods company, announced an innovative new take on pasta: +Greens. This veggie-packed, organic and gluten-free pasta is made with only chickpeas, lentils, kale, and spinach.

New Kellogg’s Special K® Keto-Friendly Snack Bars are available in two flavors, Chocolate Almond Fudge and Peanut Butter Fudge. With 1g of sugar and 2g net carbs, the bars are a snack choice throughout the day.

Although there may be a pandemic-related slowdown, there’s no stopping new product development targeted at the commercial and non-commercial foodservice sectors. To better help its readers with new product development strategy, Prepared Foods asked Jeff Miller, founder and CEO of Cutting Edge Innovation, to create a thought leadership series connecting R&D strategy to foodservice sales. Cutting Edge Innovation advises on foodservice strategy, sales, business development, and innovation and Miller also created an online course, “Turbocharge Your Foodservice Sales.” 

SONIC® Drive-In announced a new licensing partnership with Slim Jim® to infuse flavors of Chili Cheese Coney into a meat stick. The new venture into meaty snacks balances the hearty, savory flavors of a SONIC Chili Cheese Coney and the bold, meaty flavor of Slim Jim, delivering a new snacking.

From significant others and best friends to kids or classmates, Ferrero's 2021 Valentine's Day lineup has something for Valentines. The lineup includes new offerings and upgrades to Ferrero Rocher®, Golden Gallery®, Butterfinger®, Crunch®, Tic Tac® and Kinder Joy®.