Next-Gen Snacks: How trends and color shape the future

Rise of innovation in salty snacks: Growing appetite for new options

 

Busy lives demand flexible eating habits – and snacks provide the perfect solution. Snacking has become central to modern food culture, reflecting shifts in consumer behavior, lifestyle, and values. With global snack sales growing by 5% from 2019 to 2024(1), brands are increasingly developing innovative products to satisfy the demand for new and exciting options. Download our report on Next-Gen Snacks and explore top trends in salty snacks, learn about key consumer motivations, and how plant-based colors can be used to boost product appeal.

What you will learn:

  • Consumer Motivation: Understand what drives consumer behavior
  • Market Growth: The snack industry is expanding rapidly, with opportunities to capitalize on trends
  • Color’s Impact: Understand the influence of color on product appeal
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    „Color plays a huge role in shaping our food experiences. It influences our expectations, our emotions, and even our taste experiences. Plant-based colors help salty snacks create the right first impression while supporting completely natural ingredient lists.“

    Dieuwertje Raaijmakers
    Marketing Communcations Specialist at GNT

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    1 Innova Market Insights ‚Global Salty Snack Trends and Innovation‘ (2024)