Top Cookie Trends for Artisans

Top Cookie Trends for Artisans

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Fresh Cookie Trends to Fuel Your Next Move

Are you craving the latest cookie insights? Our exclusive research reveals what excites consumers in today's cookie market. 

What Influences Cookie Choice?

  1. Flavor: Enjoyment remains the primary driver of cookie selection
  2. Price: Consumers place a strong emphasis on value
  3. Texture: Mouthfeel plays a crucial role in decision-making

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When I craft a new cookie, I start with flavor - because joy is the first bite. However, I never forget texture; that perfect crunch or satisfying chew is what turns a good cookie into a memorable one. It’s all about creating an experience that delights from the inside out.

Paul Yochum - Academy Chef, Chicago
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Flavor

Consumers desire familiar, comforting flavors in new products:*

  • 80% → Nostalgic flavors like S'mores, milk, and cereals
  • 79% → Salty and sweet combinations like salted caramel & pretzels
  • 70% → Coffee flavors like latte or espresso
  • 68% → Latin flavors like dulce de leche or churro

*% of North American consumers interested in trying this flavor in a new cookie

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Texture

Which cookie textures do consumers enjoy the most?

  1. Chewy
  2. Soft & Cakey
  3. Chunky
  4. Crispy & Crunchy
  5. Gooey or Filled/Stuffed
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Price

How can you make a cookie feel premium without breaking the bank?

  • Inclusions
  • High-quality ingredients
  • Flavor combinations
  • Decorations

Plus,  consider the versatility of the products in your kitchen and how you can leverage them for different purposes

Interested in learning more about the latest cookie trends to help you navigate today's challenges and opportunities?


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Source: Proprietary Barry Callebaut Research, conducted in January 2025 in the US and Canada (N=846)

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