What’s New in the Baking Industry: Trends to Know
This year has been an exciting time for all bakers. With so many new trends and techniques emerging, it's hard not to get caught up in the evolution of our favorite pastime! Experts predict what they think will be some major baking movements this season--which can only mean good things ahead.
This recent period of change is thanks largely due to consumer preferences as well as the relentless passion of professionals within our industry alike; constantly looking at ways to improve upon old methods or create entirely fresh styles with innovative ideas as we’ve never seen before.
Here are six things to know about the trends that will take your baking to the next level.
1. Reduced Sugar Trend
In response to a growing global health and wellness trend, 42% of consumers want reduced sugar. This is an opportunity for industrial bakers who can meet their customers’ where they’re at by providing healthier options without sacrificing taste or quality!
2. Longer Shelf Life and Frozen Products Trend
There has been an explosion of consumer demand for processed and pre-prepared meals. Ready-to-eat products usually have a short shelf life, but a new trend in baked goods will increase production worldwide - frozen ones that can be stored longer than conventional bakery items!
The frozen dough can be used to make pizza and other savory meals or desserts. While a lot of people may think that frozen means unhealthy, that’s not always the case. If it’s done right, freezing locks in the nutrients and gives consumers the luxury of having restaurant-quality ingredients in their home kitchen.
3. Plant-based Trend
There are many benefits of baking with plant-based ingredients, but what does it mean for the baked goods industry? After all, bread and rolls are already “plant-based.” That fact alone gives them an advantage in terms of consumer interest because people are asking for more products like this. But if manufacturers go one step further by adding protein or reducing sugar, while marketing their product as having health attributes like being ketogenic, then they'll get even more momentum!
The best way for industrial bakers to accommodate these changing tastes is through testing and innovation in their product lines.
4. Flavors that Boost the Immune System Trend
Global consumers are turning to food and beverage products to boost their immune systems. How have bakeries responded? Bakeries across countries around the world seem keen on releasing baked goods with ingredients like ginger, turmeric, or citrus for health benefits, and that falls right into line with people's growing concern over their well-being!
5. Enhanced Nutrition in Baked Goods Trend
Bakers are creating healthier options for the health-conscious consumer who prefers to avoid gluten and still maintain their taste. The bakery industry is embracing this trend by providing high fiber, protein, and fruit content to satisfy these demands while also reducing calories with low glycemic index carbohydrates that won't cause spikes or crashes later on when it comes time to enjoy some cake!
6. Hybrid Baked Products Trend
The world's population has a soft spot for hybrid bakery goods that are both traditional patisserie and bready. The new twist on these classics can be anything: shapes, combinations of tastes, or textures - it all gives you the chance to explore your favorite dessert in an innovative way!
The popularity of hybrid baked products has increased in recent years. In previous years, baked goods like the cronut and cruffin were on everyone's list, but now we have something new that has taken center stage: The cretzel! This combination of a croissant and pretzel makes for a savory snack that is sure to fill any appetite (without any leftovers!). Not only does the pretzel taste great, but its appearance alone is also a drool-fest that says it’s both a sophisticated snack and occasion-worthy dessert. Your baking arsenal would be incomplete without these standout hybrid treats!
Who is Whisk it Here?
This kitchen is for bakers by a baker. As the owner of two successful businesses, WIH Community member Lauren Shrensky knows all about turning your hobby into something more than just baking on occasion; it can be an established career! Her passion has allowed her to create this welcoming space where people from different backgrounds come together with like-minded interests in food and crafts alike.
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