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7 Rules for Confectionery Innovation in 2025
From AI-powered ideation to freeze-dried TikTok trends, innovation in sweets is speeding up — but standing out still takes more than just novelty. In this expert-led roundup from Confectionery News, l …
Why Minimally Processed Snacks Are the Next Big Thing
Across Europe, snacking is getting a healthy makeover. A new wave of minimally processed snacks, made with few, recognisable ingredients,  is rapidly gaining shelf space, as consumers seek cleaner, mo …
Why Texture Matters More Than You Think in Snack Development
While flavour often takes centre stage in snack innovation, texture is proving to be just as crucial,  if not more so,  in shaping the overall sensory experience. According to experts from Tate & Lyle …
New Sweetener Breakthrough: Monk Fruit Molecule Grown in Watermelons
Elo Life Systems has begun field trials for a first-of-its-kind innovation, watermelons engineered to produce mogroside V, the sweet compound found in monk fruit. This breakthrough could offer a scala …
Functional Confectionery Market Sees Robust Growth
The market for functional confectionery is expanding rapidly, fueled by consumers’ increasing focus on health and a desire for sweets that offer nutritional benefits. About 65% of buyers prefer produc …
Confectionery Exporters Hit Hard by New US Tariffs
Confectionery exporters hit hard by new US tariffs  by Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe Chocolate makers and candy brands across Europe, Switzerland and Canada are bracing for impact as new US tariffs raise c …
Viral Chocolate Craze Drives Global Pistachio Shortage
A luxury pistachio-filled chocolate bar made by Dubai-based chocolatier Fix has gone viral on TikTok — and it's having a global economic impact. The confection, called Can’t Get Knafeh of It, blends m …
Cracking the Easter Code: Unwrapping the Sweetest Trends for 2025
Despite a complex global landscape for the chocolate sector, with rising cacao prices and scrutiny on ultra-processed foods, Easter remains a glittering jewel in the confectionery crown. For retailers …
Redefining the art of soft chocolate: Innovations in the artisanal and premium chocolate market
Within the last decade, the artisanal chocolate market has gained significant popularity among younger consumers seeking indulgent treats, especially in Asian and Middle Eastern countries. These choco …
Gifting and sense of place continue to play key roles in confectionery, says leading retailers
Gifting and sense of place – along with an increasing awareness of health and wellness issues – continue to play key roles in the confectionery category in travel retail in the Middle East, according …
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