Sweets & Snacks Expo announced the winners of the 2024 Most Innovative New Product Awards, recognizing excellence in 13 categories, showcasing the most innovative ideas, concepts, and products across the candy and snack industries.

Jif Peanut Butter and Chocolate Flavored Spread has a thick smooth texture that is easy to spread, making it a topping for desserts, snacks, and meals. 

Whisps Protein Snackers are an on-the-go option that doesn't require refrigeration for snackers looking for something quick, convenient and satisfying.

Bomb Pop introduced Extremes, three new innovative ice pops that offer intense taste sensations.

SkinnyPop Cheddar Jalapeño popcorn is set to spice up snack time for consumers nationwide, delivering crunchy, cheesy satisfaction with a kick of jalapeño heat. 

Available now at grocery retailers and convenience stores nationwide, CORN NUTS® Loaded Taco Flavor corn kernels are intended for consumers seeking savory and spicy snacks.

Each month, California-based flavor manufacturer T. Hasegawa USA publishes a report detailing emerging consumer trends in CPG food / beverage and foodservice menus.

According to the company, 51% of consumers want snacks to be something they already know they like with a little twist,

Rice Krispies Treats Chocolatey Peanut Butter taps into the iconic chocolate-and-peanut-butter flavor pairing to create a blend of salty and sweet, with real peanut butter in every bite and a bonus layer of chocolate coating.

The two-day event brought more than 200 food and beverage industry attendees together on a unique discovery journey themed, “A Canvas for Creation.” It featured new concepts, flavors and ingredients designed to help them grow their product portfolios and craft solutions for the future.