Better-for-you snacking is on the rise—and producers of puffed and extruded snacks say the trend isn’t going to deflate anytime soon. While the category faces myriad challenges, it also holds plenty ...

As consumer spending power weakens and expectations increase, the snack industry continues to evolve. Producers remain focused on meeting shoppers’ needs, such as demands related to use of GLP-1 ...

Consumers can’t seem to get enough of protein-rich snacks these days. That puts producers of jerky and meat sticks in an advantageous position. Brands in the category say the growth they have been ...

While the frozen snacks and appetizers category only grew a little over the past year, busy consumers are continuing to use frozen snacks as meal solutions. Convenience remains king—for example, a ...

As prices continue to rise (or, at best, remain steady), consumers are typically focusing more on “needs” than “wants.” Yet, this doesn’t necessarily apply to the desserts industry, as it had steady ...

Mars' Eggo brand is introducing Eggo Zero—the brand's first-ever waffles to deliver 0 g of added sugar. The Buttermilk flavor includes 12 g of complete protein per serving, while Blueberry delivers 11 ...

After three decades of protein disguised as dessert, Takeaways is striving to introduce something different: a satiating snack built for on-the-go, macro-conscious consumers who love a salty treat, ...

Bazooka's Ring Pop is putting a patriotic twist on its candy ring just in time for summer celebrations, the brand says. Launching for a limited time at national retailers, the Red, White, and Bling ...

The Hershey Company brought its ONE Hershey strategy to the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo last week, showcasing how the company is aiming to evolve beyond category leadership to a total-snacking advisor, ...

RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook (members of the K-Pop band BTS) are joining forces with Mondelēz International’s cookie brand to drop the limited-edition Oreo and BTS cookies. The brown ...

Nassau Candy, manufacturer of specialty and private-label confections, is expanding its Clever Candy bulk offerings at the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo. The new releases for Nassau Candy’s Clever Candy ...

Smarties Candy Company is launching Smarties Squashies Sours Cherry & Apple, a new addition to its growing Squashies lineup. The new offering pairs the brand’s signature soft, foamy texture with a ...