https://www.preparedfoods.com/rss/20 en-us The Reese's Pieces brand is introducing its first US product innovation in 10 years with Reese's Pieces with Chocolate Cookie. The new candy combines creamy peanut butter flavor, a crispy chocolate cookie center and the brand's signature candy shell, reflecting continued consumer demand for layered textures and novel snacking experiences. The Reese's Pieces brand is introducing its first US product innovation in 10 years with Reese's Pieces with Chocolate Cookie. The new candy combines creamy peanut butter flavor, a crispy chocolate cookie center and the brand's signature candy shell, reflecting continued consumer demand for layered textures and novel snacking experiences.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131731 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131731-reeses-pieces-debuts-chocolate-cookie-center Ghirardelli has introduced a new Premium Milk Chocolate Bar line featuring three varieties designed to deliver a smoother texture and rich chocolate flavor. The launch pairs updated formulations with refreshed packaging, highlighting opportunities to elevate familiar confectionery formats through sensory appeal and premium positioning. Ghirardelli has introduced a new Premium Milk Chocolate Bar line featuring three varieties designed to deliver a smoother texture and rich chocolate flavor. The launch pairs updated formulations with refreshed packaging, highlighting opportunities to elevate familiar confectionery formats through sensory appeal and premium positioning.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131727 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131727-ghirardelli-launches-premium-milk-chocolate-bar-line Bimbo Bakeries USA has outlined a multiyear reformulation strategy that will eliminate artificial colors, preservatives and emulsifiers across brands including Artesano, Oroweat, Sara Lee, Thomas' and Little Bites. The initiative highlights the growing industry focus on clean label innovation while maintaining nutrition and product quality. Bimbo Bakeries USA has outlined a multiyear reformulation strategy that will eliminate artificial colors, preservatives and emulsifiers across brands including Artesano, Oroweat, Sara Lee, Thomas' and Little Bites. The initiative highlights the growing industry focus on clean label innovation while maintaining nutrition and product quality.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131716 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131716-bimbo-bakeries-usa-sets-timeline-for-clean-label-reformulation Sweet Loren’s is expanding beyond dessert with the launch of ready-to-bake Oatmeal Bars and Scones. The products extend the brand’s refrigerated dough platform into breakfast with gluten-free, dairy-free and top-nine-allergen-free formulations designed around convenience, at-home baking and better-for-you positioning. Sweet Loren’s is expanding beyond dessert with the launch of ready-to-bake Oatmeal Bars and Scones. The products extend the brand’s refrigerated dough platform into breakfast with gluten-free, dairy-free and top-nine-allergen-free formulations designed around convenience, at-home baking and better-for-you positioning.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131695 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131695-sweet-lorens-expands-into-ready-to-bake-breakfast LUMI Set was developed by Corbion’s formulation scientists to support the texture, stability, and application performance bakers depend on in water-based icings. LUMI Set was developed by Corbion’s formulation scientists to support the texture, stability, and application performance bakers depend on in water-based icings.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131688 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131688-corbion-launches-lumi-set-to-help-bakers-reformulate-away-from-titanium-dioxide Pillsbury is expanding its Grands! portfolio with Mike’s Hot Honey and Maple Biscuits, along with new Raspberry and Apple Fruit Rolls. The launch reflects growing consumer interest in bold flavor combinations, sweet-heat profiles and fruit-inspired bakery products that bring variety to breakfast and snacking occasions. Pillsbury is expanding its Grands! portfolio with Mike’s Hot Honey and Maple Biscuits, along with new Raspberry and Apple Fruit Rolls. The launch reflects growing consumer interest in bold flavor combinations, sweet-heat profiles and fruit-inspired bakery products that bring variety to breakfast and snacking occasions.      

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131668 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131668-pillsbury-debuts-sweet-heat-biscuits-fruit-rolls Pillsbury Flavor Pop Mike Honey canister Pillsbury Flavor Pop Rasp canister Pillsbury Flavor Pop Apple canister Pillsbury Flavor Pop Maple canister Fields Good has entered the functional snacking space with a lineup of cookies formulated to support focus, sleep and protein intake. Founded by Ashley Fields, daughter of Mrs. Fields founder Debbi Fields, and Kim Anderson, the brand aims to blend wellness-focused ingredients with the taste and texture consumers expect from traditional bakery-style cookies. Fields Good has entered the functional snacking space with a lineup of cookies formulated to support focus, sleep and protein intake. Founded by Ashley Fields, daughter of Mrs. Fields founder Debbi Fields, and Kim Anderson, the brand aims to blend wellness-focused ingredients with the taste and texture consumers expect from traditional bakery-style cookies.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131655 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131655-fields-good-launches-functional-cookies-backed-by-18m-funding Nestlé Toll House is introducing Chocolate Chip Remix Cookie Doughs, a new line that puts a modern twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie. Featuring brown butter, oatmeal chocolate chip and cocoa-based Inside Out varieties, the doughs tap into consumer demand for familiar flavors with an updated spin. Nestlé Toll House is introducing Chocolate Chip Remix Cookie Doughs, a new line that puts a modern twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie. Featuring brown butter, oatmeal chocolate chip and cocoa-based Inside Out varieties, the doughs tap into consumer demand for familiar flavors with an updated spin.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131651 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131651-nestle-toll-house-remixes-the-classic-chocolate-chip-cookie Unreal Snacks introduced Peanut Butter Drops exclusively at Whole Foods Markets nationwide. The new product taps into growing consumer interest in peanut butter flavors with a nostalgic sweet-and-salty profile, real ingredients and reduced sugar, offering product developers insight into how brands are reimagining familiar treats for health-conscious consumers. Unreal Snacks introduced Peanut Butter Drops exclusively at Whole Foods Markets nationwide. The new product taps into growing consumer interest in peanut butter flavors with a nostalgic sweet-and-salty profile, real ingredients and reduced sugar, offering product developers insight into how brands are reimagining familiar treats for health-conscious consumers.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131643 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131643-unreal-snacks-launches-peanut-butter-drops-at-whole-foods Popeyes is bringing its signature buttery biscuits into home kitchens with new easy-to-make biscuit mixes. The launch reflects continued growth in restaurant brands expanding into consumer-packaged goods and at-home meal occasions. Popeyes is bringing its signature buttery biscuits into home kitchens with new easy-to-make biscuit mixes. The launch reflects continued growth in restaurant brands expanding into consumer-packaged goods and at-home meal occasions.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131628 Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131628-popeyes-launches-at-home-biscuit-mixes Nature’s Path Organic Foods introduced two new Love Crunch granola flavors inspired by trending dessert profiles, including Dubai Style Chocolate and Dark Chocolate & Blueberry Cream. The launches build on strong demand for the brand’s Strawberry Cheesecake variety and reflect continued interest in indulgent, trend-driven flavors paired with organic and gluten-free positioning. Nature’s Path Organic Foods introduced two new Love Crunch granola flavors inspired by trending dessert profiles, including Dubai Style Chocolate and Dark Chocolate & Blueberry Cream. The launches build on strong demand for the brand’s Strawberry Cheesecake variety and reflect continued interest in indulgent, trend-driven flavors paired with organic and gluten-free positioning.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131627 Thu, 28 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131627-natures-path-expands-dessert-inspired-granola-line The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has launched a search for its next president and CEO as the organization looks to strengthen its role across the fresh-food industry. The incoming leader will oversee strategic growth initiatives, member engagement and the continued evolution of the association’s flagship trade show. The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has launched a search for its next president and CEO as the organization looks to strengthen its role across the fresh-food industry. The incoming leader will oversee strategic growth initiatives, member engagement and the continued evolution of the association’s flagship trade show.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131614 Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131614-iddba-launches-ceo-search The Sweets & Snacks Expo recognized the year’s most innovative confectionery and snack launches, highlighting trends ranging from nostalgic flavors to premium formats and experiential snacking. Organizers say the record number of entries reflects continued momentum in consumer-driven product innovation. The Sweets & Snacks Expo recognized the year’s most innovative confectionery and snack launches, highlighting trends ranging from nostalgic flavors to premium formats and experiential snacking. Organizers say the record number of entries reflects continued momentum in consumer-driven product innovation.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131611 Thu, 21 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131611-sweets-and-snacks-expo-honors-innovation luann.williams@innovami.com (Lu Ann Williams) Innova Market Insights’ “Layers of Delight” trend reveals how indulgence is evolving beyond simple treats to include mood support, sensory appeal and health-conscious features. From Dubai chocolate to premium dairy desserts, brands are balancing comfort, texture and flavor innovation with consumer demand for emotional wellness and better-for-you ingredients. Innova Market Insights’ “Layers of Delight” trend reveals how indulgence is evolving beyond simple treats to include mood support, sensory appeal and health-conscious features. From Dubai chocolate to premium dairy desserts, brands are balancing comfort, texture and flavor innovation with consumer demand for emotional wellness and better-for-you ingredients.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131618 Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131618-strategies-for-crafting-products-with-multi-sensory-indulgence King’s Hawaiian is rolling out its Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls nationwide following strong consumer demand and social media buzz. Made with real ube and coconut milk, the limited-time offering taps into growing interest in globally inspired flavors while expanding the brand’s sweet roll portfolio. King’s Hawaiian is rolling out its Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls nationwide following strong consumer demand and social media buzz. Made with real ube and coconut milk, the limited-time offering taps into growing interest in globally inspired flavors while expanding the brand’s sweet roll portfolio.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131595 Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131595-kings-hawaiian-expands-ube-coconut-sweet-rolls-nationwide 5 gum is introducing EVOLUTION, the brand’s first flavor-changing gum designed to deliver a shifting sensory experience with every chew. The innovation begins with tangy sour notes before evolving into sweeter berry flavors, adding a new twist to the gum category’s flavor innovation pipeline. 5 gum is introducing EVOLUTION, the brand’s first flavor-changing gum designed to deliver a shifting sensory experience with every chew. The innovation begins with tangy sour notes before evolving into sweeter berry flavors, adding a new twist to the gum category’s flavor innovation pipeline.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131593 Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131593-5-gum-launches-flavor-changing-evolution-innovation Simple Mills is entering the oat-based baking category with two Regenerative Organic Certified mixes designed to deliver familiar flavors with simplified ingredient lists. The launches reflect growing interest in regenerative agriculture, minimally processed foods and allergen-friendly pantry staples. Simple Mills is entering the oat-based baking category with two Regenerative Organic Certified mixes designed to deliver familiar flavors with simplified ingredient lists. The launches reflect growing interest in regenerative agriculture, minimally processed foods and allergen-friendly pantry staples.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131591 Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131591-simple-mills-launches-regenerative-organic-oat-baking-mixes YumEarth is expanding its candy portfolio with Organic Freeze Dried Giggles, a new crunchy version of its Organic Giggles candy. The launch reflects growing interest in freeze-dried snacks and cleaner-label confectionery innovations. YumEarth is expanding its candy portfolio with Organic Freeze Dried Giggles, a new crunchy version of its Organic Giggles candy. The launch reflects growing interest in freeze-dried snacks and cleaner-label confectionery innovations.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131590 Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131590-yumearth-launches-freeze-dried-giggles-candy Purely Elizabeth is entering the protein-focused snacking space with a whole-food approach to granola formulation. Made with ingredients such as pumpkin seeds, almonds, cashews and chia seeds, the new line combines protein, fiber and ancient grains in gluten-free, vegan formulations designed to balance functionality and flavor. Purely Elizabeth is entering the protein-focused snacking space with a whole-food approach to granola formulation. Made with ingredients such as pumpkin seeds, almonds, cashews and chia seeds, the new line combines protein, fiber and ancient grains in gluten-free, vegan formulations designed to balance functionality and flavor.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131585 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131585-purely-elizabeth-expands-into-protein-granola-category Flowers Foods is rolling out a wide range of breakfast and snack innovations across its brand portfolio, from gluten-free bagels to protein bars and indulgent baked goods. The launches reflect growing demand for personalized, convenient and better-for-you options, including regenerative organic and non-UPF formulations. Flowers Foods is rolling out a wide range of breakfast and snack innovations across its brand portfolio, from gluten-free bagels to protein bars and indulgent baked goods. The launches reflect growing demand for personalized, convenient and better-for-you options, including regenerative organic and non-UPF formulations.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131564 Tue, 05 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131564-flowers-foods-expands-breakfast-snacks CanyonBakehouse_BagelsMuffins TastyKake Cinnamon Wonder Bagels CinnamonRaisins TastyKate CherryCheeseDanish Wonder CherryCheeseDanish TastyKate CheeseDanish Wonder EverythingBagels Wonder CinnamonRoll SimpleMills OatBars Wonder SourDough EngMuffins DavesKiller Three Items Wonder EnglishMuffins SimpleMills SweetMmms TastyKake PB KandyKake Wonder Bagels Wonder Danish SimpleMills TrailBars White Lily expands into frozen with ready-to-bake biscuits made from soft winter wheat flour. The move brings its signature Southern texture to convenient, freezer-to-oven formats in under 30 minutes. White Lily expands into frozen with ready-to-bake biscuits made from soft winter wheat flour. The move brings its signature Southern texture to convenient, freezer-to-oven formats in under 30 minutes.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131559 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131559-white-lily-enters-frozen-biscuit-aisle Dave’s Killer Bread is rolling out Mini Bagels in two flavors alongside a limited-edition Summer Berry variety. The launch reflects shifting portion preferences and flavor trends among Gen Z and millennial consumers. Dave’s Killer Bread is rolling out Mini Bagels in two flavors alongside a limited-edition Summer Berry variety. The launch reflects shifting portion preferences and flavor trends among Gen Z and millennial consumers.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131558 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131558-daves-killer-bread-debuts-mini-bagels The $75M investment in the company's Franklin Park, IL plant creates 50 new jobs, marking its first-ever new flavor. The $75M investment in the company's Franklin Park, IL plant creates 50 new jobs, marking its first-ever new flavor.

]]> http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131554 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131554-ferrero-opens-nutella-peanut-production-line