A cursory glance at grocery store shelves confirms: meeting consumer expectations for “clean” food labeling is here to stay.

GNT has expanded its range of plant-based EXBERRY colors with the launch of two new green shades made from spirulina and turmeric.

Core Foods' new product line will hit shelves in November 2021, and feature three flavors: Sea Salt & Olive Oil, Vegan Ranch, and Peanut Butter.

Blue California has launched novel food-grade whitening agents as a clean-label alternative to replacing potential health risk white colorant titanium dioxide.

What does mandated bioengineered labeling mean for product manufacturers like snack producers and bakers? SF&WB reached out to AIB International to find out.

The powders are available in yellow, red, pink, purple, and blue shades and have been specifically developed to deliver optimal performance in powder applications such as bakery mixes.

RIBUS Inc closed out 2022 with the celebration of 30 years of business serving the food, beverage, pet, and dietary supplement sectors with clean-label ingredients to companies around the world.

Entrepreneur Aaron Galimor created Brass Roots' snacks in 2019, and the brand's flagship brand, Roasted Sacha Inchi, is made from sustainably sourced, organic, plant-based ingredients.

Made from citrus peels, the Fibertex CF line is designed to improve snack and bakery textures.

The line of minimally processed snacks features healthy ingredients and savory flavors.

Processing aides are ingredients typically used in small quantities, but they can have a big impact on the functional properties in snack and bakery products. Emulsifiers and enzymes are two examples of such ingredients. 

The ingredients promise texturizing properties and clean-label benefits.

How to infuse healthier ingredients like whole grains and protein while maintaining the taste and texture that breakfast consumers want is a driving force in the frozen breakfast products market, consisting of core morning toaster options like pancakes, waffles and French toast.

Baked Grain Bites is a light, airy, and great-tasting snack made from brown rice, sorghum and amaranth.

Now more than ever, in the midst of a global pandemic, it is imperative for companies to have stringent maintenance and sanitation protocols, prioritizing employee safety. Luckily, many companies are upping their game, and even installing new maintenance and employee relief areas.

Belgian Boys will debut two new products at Expo: Griddle Pancakes and Bite-sized Belgian Chocolate Chip Pancakes. 

IHOP's pumpkin-flavored offerings include its Pancake of the Month, Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake, and its Pumpkin Spice Pancakes.

The breakfast-focused brand has introduced a total of five different products exclusive to Walmart, featuring pancakes, Belgian waffles, and other items.

Since its inception in 2011, Birch Benders has included nature-inspired packaging and pancake mixes made from simple ingredients.

The line of gluten-free snacks features four sweet and savory flavor options.

Gopuff announced a trio of investments into its "Basically" private label brand, expanding its assortment of everyday essentials as consumers continue to seek greater value amid rising costs of living.

The creator-founded popcorn brand is introducing new flavors and an all-expenses paid trip to Los Angeles.

The popcorn brand created by the "First Family of TikTok" continues the summer fun with new single-serve size and exciting theme park giveaway.

Global flavors and fragrances company inspires industry to lean into flavor trends at upcoming show in Las Vegas from October 23–27.

By reducing the amount of sugar and fat while adding fiber, acacia gum can help improve the nutritional value of biscuits and other food products.

GNT is working to develop new plant-based, sustainable Exberry color solutions for food and drink using unique fermentation technologies.

Snack of almonds vs. a high-carbohydrate snack food resulted in a lower blood glucose response and fewer calories consumed over the course of the day.

A rep from the California Walnut Board talks up their nutritional benefits and flexibility.

Taco Bell and Kellanova unite to create "cheeziest" menu items, featuring a Cheez-It cracker 16x bigger than the original.

The new BTIC is located at the company's headquarters facility in Northbrook, IL

Food trends for 2024 focus on adventurous eating, sustainable snacking, and more. 

Bell Flavors & Fragrances recently announced one new role and several promotions at its headquarters in Northbrook, IL.

An equipment update is helping to bring the artisan bread company into the modern age.

tna completely redesigned and optimized the company’s manufacturing site in Parkersburg, West Virginia, achieving a 400% capacity increase. 

Whey Better Cookie Co. is expanding its dessert line to add mini protein cheesecakes. 

To recycle, consumers simply insert or reattach the twist tie to a bread bag that is qualified for store drop-off before placing it in the bin.

The unit applies labels to round and cylindrical containers at high speeds.

MADE•WITH, an exclusive brand to KeHE Distributors’ grocery independent retailers, has announced the launch of a new line of unique and attribute-driven bakery products available to consumers starting in September 2021.

Breadblok recently introduced its Best Sellers Bundle, a bundle of its most popular products.

These days, you can have your cake and eat it, too. Today's sweet bakery treats like cakes, pies, cheesecakes, and cookies often combine the best of multiple worlds, bridging apparent gaps between indulgence, better-for-you and specialized dietary choices, clean label, sound functionality, and globally minded sustainability.

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Richard Galloway, oils consultant, United Soybean Board, about puff pastry applications, high oleic soybean shortening, and soy-based baker's margarine

Flour tortillas continue to be a growing category within the bakery segment. And the choice of either a liquid oil or solid fat for a tortilla can impact the product eating characteristics and processing factors, says Michelle Peitz, technical solutions and marketing, oilseeds, ADM, Chicago.

A new variety of high oleic soybeans, SOYLEIC, will soon be grown in Illinois.

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to chat with United Soybean Board consultants Jean Heggie and Pam Smith, RDN, Shaping America's Plate, about soy ingredients for baking and frying, as well as the versatility of soybean oil.

ABA recently released an infographic about the demand for soybean oil and vegetable oils. The demand has currently exceeded the supply, causing prices to rapidly increase.  

New and improved ingredients help tortillas manufacturers create the flavorful, functional tortillas that consumers crave, while addressing some production issues for tortilla makers. 

Ingredient and equipment manufacturers offer a variety of products to help tortilla manufacturers improve their products, production efficiency and bottom line.

As much as the tortilla category stays the same, it also has been striving to include more clean-label, non-GMO, and organic options. The standard white flour or corn tortilla that you see on grocery shelves will continue to persist, but consumers may see vegetable options like sweet potato tortillas alongside them, too.

According to IBISWorld, tortilla production in the U.S. has grown 3 percent in the past five years thanks to the fact that tortillas, especially ones boosted with ingredients like spinach and whole wheat, are perceived to be healthier than bread during a time when consumers value nutrition.

Originating as early as 8000 to 5000 BC in Mesoamerica, and adopted by Aztec and Mayan civilizations and then Mexican and Guatemalan cultures, tamales are enjoyed for their portability and versatility.