The Future of Yogurt and Desserts 2023 is a global market report that covers the latest innovations and consumer trends across the global yogurt and desserts industry in 2023. Our global market report identifies evolving areas, consumer attitudes, and important advances expected across regions like EMEA, APAC, and LATAM over the next five years and beyond.
Global innovation in yogurt and desserts has been sluggish. But this will need to change, as consumers are increasingly limiting the amount of dairy they consume. There are opportunities for future growth for yogurt and dessert brands. Consumers are seeking out healthier or more affordable options, so brands will need to respond to these demands to remain competitive.
Yogurt brands will need to deliver more nutritional and health benefits to align with the evolving health goals of target audiences. Highlighting specific health benefits, such as high protein or energy boosts, will also help yogurt and dessert brands appeal to the growing Gen Z consumer group. Messaging around comfort and indulgence would also resonate with Gen Z consumers.
Sustainability will become an integral part of product innovation in the yogurts and desserts industry. Over time, food manufacturers will be under increasing pressure to adapt their practices to face the challenges posed by climate change. Plant-based yogurt and vegan desserts will need to innovate with locally grown, climate-resilient ingredients.
To learn more about the global yogurt market, take a look at our A Year of Innovation in Yogurt Market Report.
This report, written by Caroline Roux, a leading global food and drink analyst, delivers in-depth commentary and analysis to highlight current trends in the global yogurts and desserts industry and add expert context to the numbers.
Beyond the immediate challenge posed by inflation, yogurt and desserts brands must focus on making products more attractive to consumers in the long term.
Caroline Roux
Global Food & Drink Analyst
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