A Year of Innovation in Dips and Savoury Spreads 2025
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Brands are focused on highlighting the versatility, convenience and flavours on offer in the dips and savoury spread category. Mikolaj Kaczorowski, Innovation Analyst…
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A Year of Innovation in Dips and Savoury Spreads 2025
"Brands are focused on highlighting the versatility, convenience and flavours on offer in the dips and savoury spread category."
Explore the latest innovations in dips and savoury spreads with Mintel’s global innovation report. The report identifies the major launch activities, pivotal consumer attitudes and most important product developments over the past 12 months.
Key innovation trends in the global dips and savoury spreads market are analysed and succinctly presented alongside Mintel’s consumer data and insights. So you can understand changing consumer demands and identify future growth opportunities.
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What we have seen
Our pick of the most innovative launches in this review
Other innovative launches
Global spotlight: dips lead savoury spread innovation in most regions
Graph 1: dips and savoury spread launches, by share of sub-categories, 2024-25
The Future of Dips and Savory Spreads: 2025
EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA (EMEA)
Europe: affordability is a continuing concern for consumers
Consumers are seeking out more affordable dip and spreads options
Private labels are a growing presence in savoury spread launches in Europe
Graph 2: savoury spread launches, by share of private label, 2020-25
Private labels are partnering with chefs along with offering unique flavours and enhanced eating experiences
‘Heat and eat’ and unique flavours feature in these branded dip and spread launches
Europe: dips and savoury spread brands adapt to meet consumers’ dietary needs
Consumers are mindful of the ingredients in dips and savoury spreads
Organic recipes are a significant feature of vegan, vegetarian and plant-based dips and savoury spreads
Graph 3: % of savoury spreads with and without a vegan, vegetarian and plant-based claim, 2024-25
Vegan, vegetarian and plant-based spread brands with organic and natural ingredients
The Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Dips are a growing presence in the region
Asia Pacific (APAC)
Asia: dips and savoury spread brands offer consumers convenient options
Consumers are keen to see spreads in convenient pack formats
Easy-to-dispense packaging options are popular in Asia Pacific
Graph 4: dips and savoury spread launches, by share of pack type, 2024-25
Dips and savoury spreads brands offer options in tubes, bottles and pouches
Asia: consumers are keen to experiment with innovative flavours
Dips and spreads are a convenient way for consumers to explore new flavours
Ssamjang, hummus and cheese lead dips and savoury spread flavour innovation
Dips and savoury spread brands look to attract consumers with innovative flavour launches
North America: brands are highlighting the versatility of dips and savoury spreads
Consumers are creative in how they use dips and savoury spreads
Brands offer on-pack serving suggestions
North America: natural claims are declining in dips and savoury spreads
Consumers express concerns over highly processed foods
The no additive/preservative claim sees a sharp decline in dips and savoury spread launches in North America
Graph 5: % of dips and savoury spread launches, by select natural claims, 2020-25
Dips and savoury spread brands highlight organic, GMO-free and natural recipes
Latin America
Dips and savoury spreads brands are increasingly using environmentally friendly and recyclable packaging
Graph 6: % of dips and savoury spreads, with sustainable packaging claims, 2020-25
Sustainable packaging claims are rarely shouted about on dips and savoury spreads
What is 'A Year of Innovation' Report?
To truly understand a market, it’s essential to look at the products that are shaping it. Our ‘A Year of Innovation’ reports provide a detailed review of specific categories, focusing on the most notable product launches from the past 12 months. These reports are designed to give you a clear and comprehensive picture of recent innovation and its impact.
How We Analyse a Year of Innovation
By deconstructing the past year’s activity, we can provide valuable context for your current and future strategies. Here’s how we do it.
A Deep Dive into Product Launches
The core of these reports is a thorough examination of new products. We go beyond simply listing what’s new. Our analysis delves into the “why” behind each product launch, exploring the strategies, ingredients, and marketing claims that are driving innovation. This helps you understand what’s working, what’s not, and where the market is headed.
Powered by the Global New Products Database (GNPD)
Our insights are built on a foundation of robust data from Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD). This powerful tool tracks and catalogues new product launches from around the world. By leveraging the GNPD, we offer a complete exploration of innovative activity within your category, ensuring our analysis is comprehensive, accurate, and relevant.
Uncovering Trends and Consumer Shifts
Our ‘A Year of Innovation’ reports are designed to equip you with actionable insights into how to lead innovation in your category. By studying recent product launches, we can identify shifting consumer habits and preferences. These reports help you connect the dots between what consumers want and how companies are responding. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of emerging trends, allowing you to refine your own product development and marketing strategies with confidence.
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