New thermal measurement device leverages innovative design to secure in-oven batter to cake temperature profiles for repeatability and quality assurance.

Energy efficiency, automation, and ensuring a robust return-on-investment have been top-of-mind for snack food and wholesale bakery companies in the market for ovens and proofers, according to companies that make those machines, who say sales have been strong.

M.O.L.E. EV6 delivers handheld thermal profiling control, freeing bakery operators from time-consuming, offline PC download.

Snack food and wholesale bakery companies had been steadily adding automation to their plants and equipment contained therein for a number of years—and then the pandemic hit, accelerating the process due to both the difficulty in finding qualified people to hire, and the need for social distancing that accompanied at least the early stages of COVID-19. Ovens, proofers, and associated equipment have been among the candidates for automation.

2022 Bakery of the Year, Hostess Brands, is seeing strong company growth amidst several leading initiatives related to sustainability, workforce development, and workplace safety.

Sargento Foods is continuing to innovate the refrigerated snack kit category with the launch of Sargento® Sunrise Balanced Breaks®.

From Mozzarella Submarines to Pretzel Swords, Lunchables debuts Dunkables, its second foray into the snack category.

Cheese Buds Simple Cheddar Cheese Concentrate makes it possible to increase overall cheddar cheese flavor with very low inclusion levels without the need to declare as “flavor” or “natural flavor” for a cleaner label.

Little Bites and its parent company, Entenmann's, are rereleasing pumpkin products for fall.

First Watch is rolling out its seasonal menu highlighting flavors of pumpkin, salted caramel, apple butter, and hot honey.

Panera is unveiling unveils updates to its bakery case, with a selection of five new baked goods and three all-new croissant breakfast sandwiches.

Tous les Jours has announced a lineup of seasonal treats just in time for pumpkin season.

The new seasonal treat is a blend of traditional French patisserie and the flavors of fall, and is available October 1 to December 1 while supplies last.

The ingredients innovator in the bakery, sweet goods, and chocolate industry hosted its annual Taste Tomorrow conference in Austin this week.

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is offering guests a special dine-in free pizza offer and is launching a new limited-time-only Korean BBQ Steak Pizza.

The women-owned, mission-driven small business has expanded its Uniquely Crunchy product line with the addition of Dill Pickle + Pepitas.

The movie chain is offering the seasoned popcorn in select venues across the U.S.

This article examines current and emerging trends in flavors and colors in snack and bakery production.

The new flavor includes a tangy blend of buttermilk, garlic, and herbs.

Bakery Concepts International has announced that it has been granted new patents for its Rapidojet technology.

Admix, Inc., global manufacturer of hygienic and industrial mixing equipment serving the food and beverage, chemical/industrial, cosmetic and pharmaceutical markets, has announced their newly redesigned RS-02 Pilot Scale Mixer is now available.

INDCO HS-100 and HS-300 series benchtop dispersers can mix up to 5 gallons of materials at a time, making them ideal for a wide range of high shear applications within labs, pilot plants, and small-scale production environments.

INDCO HS-100 and HS-300 series benchtop dispersers can mix up to 5 gallons of materials at a time, making them ideal for a wide range of high shear applications within labs, pilot plants, and small-scale production environments.

The Benchmix 10 includes the patented Admix Rotosolver high shear mix head, engineered for high efficacy of wetting out and dispersing powders, eliminating agglomerates, and creating homogenous mixtures and emulsions. 

Top of mind for snack food and wholesale bakery companies who in the market for new or improved mixers are qualities like consistency, temperature control, and the ability to distribute raw materials fast and efficiently.

Hinds-Bock Griddle Depositors are ideal for pancake and waffle batters. 

Unifiller Systems, a subsidiary of the Linxis Group of Companies, is pleased to announce the launch of its iFill Depositor, intended for bakery and food producers looking to deposit large volumes, up to 31 ounces, in a single deposit, using a simple and compact depositor.

Snack food and wholesale bakery companies in the market for dough-handling equipment such as dividers, depositors, and rounders have been increasingly focused on machines that provide greater automation, along with the corollary efficiency and labor savings.

D’vash Organics is sweetening the snack aisle with three new products lines available now in select CVS and Whole Foods stores and through Amazon.

Sun-Maid Growers of California is expanding its snacking portfolio with the addition of two new trendy and summertime fruity flavor favorites: Tropical Punch and Peach.

Prime Planet's Crunchy Green Plantain Chips are now verified gluten-free by the National Celiac Association.

Cibo Vita is pleased to announce the launch of its Nature’s Garden line of Probiotic-enhanced dried fruits.

Research highlights growing body of prune evidence connected to favorable bone health.

Based on the concept of coloring food with food, EXBERRY colors are clean-label concentrates made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables and plants using physical processing methods.

The new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable, and organic food ingredients.

Global top 10 flavor manufacturer unveils HASEAROMA and ChefAroma, two new technologies aimed at producing more authentic taste experiences.

Students utilized frozen Washington red raspberry puree to develop new product concepts for the grocery/CPG market.

A company representative talks about meeting multiple consumer demands in snacks and bakery.

After celebrating 10 years in business (online only), the woman-owned Little Red Kitchen Bake Shop is soft-opening its first brick-and-mortar store today in Brooklyn.

Packaging and processing professionals voted for the best-in-class, never-before-seen innovations at this year’s largest industry show.

This week's Fun Friday includes a Menchie's and HI-CHEW partnership, Oprah's Favorite Things pound cake, Pinkbox Doughnuts' treat of the month, a Haribo and Adidas sneaker collab, and IT'SUGAR's "Chews-Your-Mix" candy experience.

With history dating back more than 150 years, the flour and ingredient provider still innovates with technology like Fortress metal detectors.

The thaw-and-eat sandwich brand has grown from a $12 million property to about $800 million in annual sales, according to the company.

Consumers increasingly seek products with better-for-you nutritional profiles; the right ingredients can help deliver.

On average, 83% of consumers are limiting or avoiding sugars in their diets, but the products of particular concern vary widely.

When selecting ovens and proofers, labor savings and remote monitoring are at the top of bakers and snack makers lists.

The two wood-fired pizzas that won the honors were crafted using the ingredients supplier's Proteios textured vegetable protein.

MECATHERM has joined forces with ABI LTD to launch MECABAGEL, an industrial production solution for bagels that is unmatched on the market.

Soozy’s Grain-Free has officially announced the availability of its bread and bagel product lines.

Better Brand, Inc., a food tech startup, has announced plans to launch its first product, The Better Bagel—turning one of the most carb-heavy foods into the carb equivalent of ½ of an orange, or 1/5th of a banana.