With ongoing competition for the consumer grocery dollar, instore bakeries increasingly look to their ingredient suppliers to keep them current with valuable insights on the latest consumer trends.
Plant-based variety, the citrus flavor yuzu and upcycled were among the key trends identified by a panel of “trendspotters” assembled by the Specialty Food Association.
He said Ingredion believes there is an opportunity to further examine the relationship between the role flavors and texturizers play, especially when it comes to the formulation of healthy foods.