- In January 2025, the Functional Chocolate Company launches several new and innovative food and beverage products were launched, reflecting the growing trend toward healthier, functional options. Notable introductions include FunCho Kids by The Functional Chocolate Company, offering plant-based functional chocolate for children, and MOSH's new Raspberry White Chocolate Crunch bar, designed to boost brain health with added functional ingredients. Additionally, Kodiak launched its Apple Brown Sugar Pecan Oatmeal, enriched with prebiotic fiber and protein to cater to the rising demand for nutritious breakfast options
- In February 2025, on Confectionery News highlights the latest trends and launches in the confectionery industry. Notable releases include KitKat's sharing bars with multiple flavors, Mars' nostalgic Milky Way Crispy Rolls along with new Twix and Bounty crispy rolls, and Hotel Chocolat's Easter 2025 collection, which includes innovative and indulgent chocolate eggs. Additionally, Meiji expands its Hello Panda range with fun new designs, and Cartwright & Butler launches a luxury chocolate-coated indulgence range. These launches reflect a blend of nostalgia, luxury, and health-conscious innovations shaping the current confectionery market
- In February 2025, In the bakery sector, especially product launches and acquisitions that shape the market. Notable mentions include Keebler's new Fudge Stripes Double Fudge cookies and Chips Ahoy's Baked Bites in Blondie variety, both offering innovative twists on traditional products. Additionally, Flowers Foods has announced the acquisition of Simple Mills, a brand known for its natural snacks, expanding its reach into healthier snack offerings. The article reflects how strategic acquisitions and new product introductions are meeting growing consumer demands for both indulgence and health-conscious options in the bakery industry
- In January 2022, Cadbury, a brand of Mondelez International, introduced the Twist Wrap packaging solution for its Duos range in January 2022, allowing consumers to snack in small portions by twisting and sealing the package after consuming half of the functional bar
- In September 2021, in collaboration with Lagardère, Ferrero will pre-launch the new Ferrero Rocher Tablets in the travel-retail channel in September 2021. Ferrero enters the functional tablet market with the new product, which is available in three flavours: milk, dark 55 percent cocoa, and white
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Companies such as Barry Callebaut (Switzerland), Olam International (Singapore), The Hershey Company (U.S.), Mars, Incorporated (U.S.), Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.), are the major companies in the functional confectionery market.
In January 2025, the Functional Chocolate Company launches several new and innovative food and beverage products were launched, reflecting the growing trend toward healthier, functional options. Notable introductions include FunCho Kids by The Functional Chocolate Company, offering plant-based functional chocolate for children, and MOSH's new Raspberry White Chocolate Crunch bar, designed to boost brain health with added functional ingredients. Additionally, Kodiak launched its Apple Brown Sugar Pecan Oatmeal, enriched with prebiotic fiber and protein to cater to the rising demand for nutritious breakfast options
The countries covered in the functional confectionery market are U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, rest of Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, rest of South America, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Egypt, Israel, and rest of Middle East and Africa.
