Pringles, the popular chip brand, is taking its stab at sweet and savory this year with a new series of Pringles holiday flavors.
Debuting in three new wild flavors are Pumpkin Pie Spice, which will only be available in Walmart, White Chocolate Peppermint and Cinnamon Sugar. Deriving from popular fall and winter treats, these bizarre crisps are definitely a bold and daring move on behalf of the company. While I can't seem to wrap my brain around some of the flavors -- I'm not a chocolate fan -- I can see some of these being incorporated into real holiday treats, especially Cinnamon Sugar, which also reminds me of the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal. Although Pringles has garnered the loyalty and trust of many chip lovers, these seem to be something for the super adventurous.
According to the Huffington Post, these snacks will be available on shelves this coming November.
Dessert-Infused Chips
Switch Out Your Sour Cream and BBQ for the New Pringles Holiday Flavors
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
1. Snack Food Industry - The snack food industry can leverage these trends to create new products and offerings that appeal to a wider range of customers, allowing them to differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace.
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3. Confectionery Industry - The confectionery industry can explore unconventional flavor pairings like Pringles did with its dessert-infused chips, expanding their offerings and appealing to customers who are looking for new and exciting taste experiences.