Germany’s breakfast habits remain deeply rooted in routine, with the majority of breakfast eaters sticking to the same thing most days. These routines are especially ingrained among the rising number of breakfast eaters who dine at home every day.
However, as breakfast boredom sets in for many consumers, brands can focus on re-invigorating the category with globally inspired or visually striking, social media-friendly options. Notably, 25% of breakfast eaters who have used social media report that online trends have caused them to change their breakfast habits.
The rising number of commuters and in-office days is adding extra time pressure to consumers’ morning routines, in turn increasing demand for on-the-go-friendly varieties and breakfast options that can be prepared the night before.
Meanwhile, breakfast eaters actively seek nutritious options that help keep them energised, underscoring opportunities for high fibre, low-sugar or savoury breakfast varieties.
This report looks at the following areas:
- Breakfast eating frequency, both in and out of home
- Foods eaten for breakfast at home, on-the-go, in cafés/restaurants or at work/college/school
- Consumer breakfast snacking habits and the key drivers behind this behaviour
- Behaviours and attitudes towards breakfast, spotlighting interest in internationally inspired and advanced prep-formats
- Analysis of launch activity in key breakfast food categories, with a focus on the development of on-the-go and low/no sugar claims
Market Definitions
This report explores breakfast eating habits, including the choice of foods for breakfast and attitudes towards breakfast.
The Innovation section analyses new product launches within the following categories associated with breakfast: breakfast cereals, cakes, pastries and sweet goods, bread and bread products, meat/poultry products, meat substitutes, cheese, yogurts/yogurt drinks (including plant-based), sweet/savoury spreads, liquid meal replacement drinks and snack/cereal bars. Innovation in other breakfast-related foods will also be referenced.