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# Co-Branded Cookie Collaborations
Chips Ahoy! and HERSHEY's Push Two New Cookie Innovations

By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-03-11 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-innovation
References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/chipsahoy/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ChipsahoyCA/?brand_redir=295776801754)

Two new delicious cookie innovations are brought to sweet-toothed consumers through a strategic collaboration between two popular brands—[Chips Ahoy!](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Hot-Cocoa-Chewy-Cookies) and [HERSHEY's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-cookie-kit). Made available starting the month of March, these must-try flavors call out to chocolate lovers and peanut butter enthusiasts.

The first cookie innovation mixes Chips Ahoy!'s product with HERSHEY's Milk Chocolate for a mouth-watering experience that "combines the smooth, sweet taste of milk chocolate" with the classic cookie. The second launch, on the other hand, takes cues from [Reese's Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reeses-big-cup-with-potato-chips) peanut butter desserts. The cookie innovation is merged with mini Reese's Pieces.

The co-branded mash-ups are sure to entice consumers who are loyal to the products of both companies. These cookie innovations can be found nationwide and will retail for the accessible price of $2.95.

Image Credit: Chips Ahoy! / HERSHEY's

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 73% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Co-branded Collaborations:** Opportunity for companies to form strategic partnerships and create innovative products that combine the strengths of both brands.
- **Flavor Mash-ups:** Innovative combinations of flavors to create unique and enticing food products that cater to specific tastes.
- **Accessible Pricing:** Offering affordable price points for innovative food products to appeal to a wide range of consumers.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to collaborate and create new flavors and products that stand out in the market.
- **Confectionery:** Innovative cookie collaborations open up possibilities for confectionery brands to create exciting and unique treats for their customers.
- **Retail:** Retailers can leverage co-branded cookie collaborations to attract customers and offer them innovative products at affordable prices.

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