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Product NewsRevealed: British Baker’s top bakery launches of 2024
From bold bread brands to dessert-inspired pastries and sourdough toasties, British Baker takes a closer look at the top new launches of the year
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FeatureCaramelised onion brownies and blackberry cake: Mademoiselle Desserts uses AI for NPD
Dessert manufacturer put AI to the test, using it to come up with bakery recipe ideas in the hope of putting them into production
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Product NewsLittle Dessert Shop unveils rebrand and ‘pleasure without guilt’ menu
New menu focuses on limited-edition, on-trend, indulgent sweet treats such as loaded waffles, French toast, and cakey dough
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FeatureRainbow Dust re-birth: how new ownership transformed struggling cake decoration brand
It’s been a year since the cake decoration brand was acquired by Albex Group, taking it from an underfunded business running on skeleton staff to a well-funded firm ready to shake up the market
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NewsADM launches insights tool on global sugar reduction trends
Consumer research data has been compiled into an interactive online tool that allows manufacturers to see how people across the world are reining in their sugar intake
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NewsDoughnut Time seeks new UK franchise partners for 2025 relaunch
Franchise operator in Germany has acquired the rights to sweet treat brand in the UK, with 15 exisiting sites to be rebranded next year
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FeatureFrom bourbons to crookies: the ever-evolving world of Britain’s beloved biscuits
Stuffed cookies, footlong options, and wrapped around a croissant – just some of the ways shoppers want their cookies, although there is a growing pool who are seeking healthier options
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NewsRainbow Dust acquires fellow cake decoration specialist Squires Kitchen
The strategic initiative is said to be part of a series from parent company Albex Group to build its presence in the market segment
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Product NewsNew viennoiserie, doughnuts, brownies, and cookies launched by bakers
The sweet bakery NPD look to offer convenience and versatility, or cater to indulgent breakfast, snacks, and dinners at home
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NewsTunnock’s quadruples profits despite input cost challenges
Scottish manufacturer behind well-known branded tea cakes and caramel wafers saw pre-tax profits hit £4.1m with turnover rising by 15% to £87.1m
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NewsCrosstown names Papa John’s MD Jo Blundell as new CEO to drive growth
The sourdough doughnut specialist, recently acquired by Karali Snacks, appoints the former MD at Papa John’s International
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Product NewsBakery firms team up to create biscuits for FareShare
Elkes Biscuits, British Sugar, Allied Mills, and Whitworths have donated ingredients and resources to create 150 tonnes of Classic Digestive biscuits which will be distribute by food charity FareShare
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NewsSales at Mr Kipling owner Premier Foods boosted as shoppers seek sweet treats
Revenue for sweet treats division rises 2.2% to £124.6m, driven by brands Mr Kipling and Cadbury cakes as consumers seek indulgence
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NewsCake Box posts double-digit profit growth for first half of FY25
Egg-free cake specialist posts 16.3% increase in pre-tax profit in its H1 results, with seven new stores added to its estate
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NewsJnck kicks off crowdfunding drive to support Tesco launch
Push for investment at the healthier bakery brand follows nationwide Tesco rollout as part of the retailer’s accelerator programme
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NewsHilton Macarons acquired by fellow East Anglian firm Two Magpies
Hilton produces a range of gluten-free and vegetarian macarons from its premises in Suffolk
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NewsDesserts supplier Davison’s to expand into ready-to-eat products
The Armagh-based business says it expects to grow revenue by 80% in the next four years after receiving £6m in funding from HSBC
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FeatureThis is Halloween 2024: bakers unveil ghoulish goodies
Ghostbusters-themed doughnuts, monstrous muffins, and spooky sponge cakes are among the latest tasty and terrifying treats conjured up by bakers for Halloween 2024
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NewsMcGhee’s updates delivery fleet with 12 new vehicles
The new Man TGE vehicles feature box bodies that been tailor-built to carry confectionery and bakery trays
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NewsElaine’s Creative Cakes crowned Celebration Cake Maker of the Year 2024
Elaine Hamey drew inspiration from local riverbanks and woodland for her winning cake. Take a closer look at the winning and finalist cakes here