Christmas Candy

Last year’s holiday shopping season hit record highs with sales totaling $964.4 Billion (National Retail Federation). Retailers are going to have to get creative to top last year’s success.

One category that’s a must for any successful holiday assortment is Christmas candy and chocolate. 83% of consumers agree that candy and chocolate are a fun part of holidays (National Confectioners Association).

To keep the momentum from last year, a comprehensive assortment of the top items on consumers’ list is a great place to start. Here’s the must-have holiday candy and snack categories according to our experts.

Holiday shopping is shifting from “let’s go last minute” to “let’s shop early.” In 2022, 60% of consumers admitted to shopping before or in early November (National Retail Federation).

An item that’s on everyone’s list — candy and chocolate.

When we think of winter holiday baked goods, gingerbread is always on the top of the list; particularly gingerbread houses. According to Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, when they bake, 59% of Millennials are baking with loved ones during the holiday season. Baking and building gingerbread houses is a terrific way for a group of friends and family to share some holiday fun.

Gingerbread houses are a MUST for the holiday season, ever wonder why a spiced cookie house decorated with sweets has become a holiday tradition? We uncover this and more examining the roots of the classic cookie that has us raising the roof.

We all love holiday food traditions. Like a classic song or movie can benefit from a remix or a remake, so too can classic holiday food and candy! Attract customers of every generation by serving up classic holiday traditions with a fresh, modern spin.

Putting a new twist on longtime traditions makes you stand out as a source for cutting-edge trends – during the holidays and beyond. Give those die-hard holiday fans a new way to celebrate (a change in routine is always welcome), and win over new, younger fans too.

Join us as we don our confectionery DJ/Producer hats and remix some long-time holiday staples.

The holiday season is in full swing and, this year, celebrations look a little different. According to data intelligence and custom market research firm, Morning Consult, 74% of Americans say that their holiday get togethers will be downsized this year. A smaller gathering doesn’t necessarily mean less fun. Help your customers create the holiday excitement they are pining for by suggesting holiday candy traditions from around the world. It’s a great way to sweeten this year’s celebrations, and maybe create some new traditions.

Candy is an affordable way to make a big bang. Since 60% of Americans say they will not be traveling this holiday season, according to Travelocity, adding some international flare can help satisfy customers’ jet-setting spirit. Sit back, relax, and get ready for virtual take off as we travel around the world to experience some of the sweetest holiday traditions.

Sweden – It’s a Marshmallow World in the Winter