The USDA’s recent revisions for U.S. sugar production and usage in May 2025 have brought to light some interesting trends for the 2025/26 fiscal year. The World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report, released on May 12, 2025, provides updated figures that reflect lower estimates for both domestic output and consumption. According to the […]

Chocolate chips are a staple in American baking, playing a crucial role in creating delicious treats like chocolate chip cookies and chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. The quality of chocolate chips significantly impacts the flavor and texture of desserts, making brand selection crucial for baking success. With so many brands available, choosing the right […]

Sara Lee Frozen Bakery has expanded its offerings with the nationwide launch of Cyrus O’Leary’s Mini Cheesecakes on May 20, 2025. This move marks the brand’s entry into the mini dessert category, providing consumers with convenient, single-serve desserts. The new product line is now available in grocery in-store bakeries across the country. With its headquarters […]

AAK is set to showcase its latest functional oil innovations at the Institute of Food Technologists’ Annual Meeting and Exposition (IFT FIRST) from July 14–16, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. The event will highlight the company’s value-added solutions for the food, beverage, and nutrition industries, with a focus on plant-based, sustainable ingredients. AAK’s commitment to innovation […]

Nature’s Bakery is expanding its product line with the launch of two new bars: Oatmeal Crumble Raspberry Lemon Bars and Gluten Free Strawberry Fig Bars, reflecting the brand’s commitment to creating wholesome snacks for various lifestyles and dietary preferences. The new products are set to hit the market on May 14, 2025. Nature’s Bakery, headquartered […]

In Provo, Utah, a city with a predominantly LDS community and only 0.5% evangelical Christian population, Mosaic Church is taking a unique approach to building bridges with former Mormons. Led by church planter David Gaskins, the church hosted a dessert fellowship event in May 2025, funded by a $100 gift from the North American Mission […]

Insomnia Cookies has launched its limited-time Cookies ‘N Cream Collection nationwide on May 19, 2025. This exciting new collection is available only while supplies last, so fans of the bakery chain are encouraged to visit soon. The Cookies ‘N Cream Collection features a range of delicious desserts inspired by Insomnia Cookies’ best-selling Cookies ‘N Cream […]

Hormel Foods has announced a significant leadership transition in its retail marketing division. Jeff Baker has been named Group Vice President for Retail Marketing, effective at the end of the company’s fiscal 2025. He succeeds Scott Aakre, who is retiring after a distinguished 35-year career with Hormel Foods. The announcement was made on May 16, […]

Aldi’s Choceur Choco Changer has become a permanent fixture in select stores across the US, UK, Europe, and Australia as of May 2025. Initially launched as a limited-time Specialbuy in September 2024, the bars sold out quickly due to high demand. The Choco Changer bars were developed in partnership with Tony’s Chocolonely’s Open Chain initiative, […]

Final Boss Sour, a Los Angeles-based gaming-themed healthier snack brand, has launched its Tropical Flavors Line alongside a $4 million Seed 2 funding round on May 20, 2025. The brand’s innovative approach to snacking has garnered significant attention, particularly with its VIP Tropical Sampler Box, which introduces nine new tropical characters. Each character pairs mango, […]