All NPD articles – Page 3
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Product NewsBooker unveils new bakery lines as part of frozen dessert range relaunch
Pistachio, Raspberry & White Chocolate Roulade and Chocolate Fudge Traycake are among the new on-trend, easy-to-serve desserts launched by the wholesale distributor
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NewsFrom smart sensors to Bread GPT: how bakery is embracing AI
Five key takeaways from our recent webinar include the need for human feedback in AI-assisted manufacturing, how to empower shop staff, and how NPD teams can find trends early
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Product NewsCursed creations: sweet bakery innovation for Halloween 2025
It’s been all sweet and sinister at bakeries, with NPD teams witchcrafting the likes of creepy cakes, blood-curdling brownies, dastardly doughnuts, and more
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FeatureTop cake trends for 2026 and beyond
Personalisation, international flavours, and the continuous pull of all things pistachio are set to influence the cake market in 2026 and beyond
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Product NewsPizzas, pies, and pastries: bakery brands unveil savoury NPD
A steak & Guinness pie, a Thai red chicken curry filled pastry, and a chicken tikka pork pie with mango chutney are among the latest savoury bakery innovations
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NewsGreggs falls behind target for shop openings in 2025
Food-to-go giant expects to open around 120 net new shops this year, behind its previous target of 140 to 150
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Product NewsChristmas bakery ranges 2025
Christmas is in full swing as major retailers and brands unwrap their bakery ranges for the 2025 festive season
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Product NewsHovis enters sourdough market with sliced cob range
Britain’s second biggest bread brand has unveiled its first-ever sourdough loaves in the form of sliced white and seeded cobs
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Product NewsTesco Northern Ireland expands bakery range with 31 new locally-sourced items
The regional retailer said the move helps further strengthen its commitment to championing local suppliers and delivering fresh, quality products to the table
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Product NewsSweet treats unveiled for consumers to cosy up to in sweater weather
A pumpkin & dulce de leche doughnut, a coconut & winter melon mooncake, and a pecan, salted caramel & marmite blondie are among the latest sweet bakery innovations
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NewsLast chance to sign up for AI in bakery webinar
British Baker’s webinar on ‘How AI and technology is changing the baking industry’ is taking place next Tuesday, 30 September, at midday
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NewsHobbs House Bakery axes almond croissant as it goes nut free
Central bakery in Chipping Sodbury, Gloucestershire is now nut free but the business’s four retail shops will continue to use them in products
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NewsCaffè Nero, Costa, M&S Café, Pret, and Starbucks roll out bakery NPD for autumn
Pugliese flatbread, hot honey and Marmite toasties are among the treats set to tempt shoppers this season
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Product NewsGinsters looks to heat up the lunchtime market with new pastry toasties
Samworth Brothers-owned brand is launching pastry toasties in flavours Smoked Ham & Cheddar; Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella; and Chicken, Pesto & Mozzarella exclusively into Tesco
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NewsPies, wellingtons, and en croute: M&S has Christmas 2025 wrapped up
Turkey & Stuffing Pie, Scallop en Croutes, and Fillet of British Beef Wellington feature in the retailer’s festive fare
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Product NewsBakers craft limited-edition products to mark Sourdough September 2025
Loaves with beetroot, cheese & chilli, and vegan chocolate are among the specially created items from craft bakers to mark this year’s Sourdough September
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Product NewsIngredients NPD: egg replacer, flavoured yeast, mallow, and more launched
British Bakels, Rainbow Dust, and Angel Yeast are among businesses rolling out innovative ingredients in recent weeks
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NewsNPD expert from Mademoiselle Desserts joins AI in bakery webinar panel
Product development controller Melissa Shaw rounds off the expert panel which includes a chief technology officer for Gail’s and The Bread Factory and an international bakery consultant
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Feature SynopsesGail’s and Paul Bakery unveil autumn menu NPD
The seasonal treats include a squash & chipotle sourdough sandwich and an apple crumble éclair
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Product NewsWagyu pie, curry sandwich, and a yule lodge: Waitrose reveals Christmas 2025 bakery range
Take an early look at the Waitrose Christmas food range, which includes some spectacular festive treats