# Savory Pretzel Bun Sandwiches The Dunkin' Ham & Swiss Pretzel Sliders are Arriving for Spring By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-03-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ham-and-swiss-pretzel-sliders References: [snackandbakery](https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/113136-dunkin-introduces-ham-and-swiss-pretzel-sliders) & [dunkindonuts](https://www.dunkindonuts.com/en)  The [Dunkin' Ham & Swiss](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-strawberry-lemon-loaf) Pretzel Sliders are headed to the cafe brand's participating locations as a new menu option for springtime to work well for customers seeking out a meaty, artisan-quality option. The sandwiches are crafted with [King's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kings-hawaiian-italian-deli-sliders) Hawaiian Slider Buns that have a pretzel style to impart a distinctly malty taste into each serving. The sandwich is packed with the namesake ham and Swiss cheese ingredients to give them a familiar taste that customers are likely to enjoy. The Dunkin' Ham & Swiss Pretzel Sliders are making their debut alongside the returning Sweet Black Pepper Bacon lineup and the Chicken & Bacon Croissant Stuffer. The brand will be continuing its [$6 Meal Deal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-6-meal-deal) to keep prioritizing value as consumers seek out more ways to make their dollar go further. Image Credit: Dunkin' ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 36% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Savory Pretzel-inspired Cuisine:** The incorporation of pretzel elements into savory food offerings opens up opportunities for unique flavor profiles that can capture consumer interest. - **Artisan-quality Fast Food:** There is a growing demand for fast food options that offer gourmet or artisan-quality ingredients, allowing brands to redefine convenience dining. - **Value-driven Menu Offerings:** As consumers focus on economical dining choices, innovative meal deals that deliver both value and quality are becoming increasingly essential. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Quick-service Restaurants:** The quick-service restaurant industry is evolving to include premium ingredients, offering new levels of flavor and dining experience without sacrificing convenience. - **Bakery and Baked Goods:** Exploring hybrid baked goods like pretzel-style buns can differentiate products and create excitement in the bakery segment. - **Food Retail and Distribution:** The demand for high-quality, ready-to-eat food products presents distributors with the opportunity to expand their premium product lines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sweet Summery Cafe Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-strawberry-lemon-loaf.md) - [Football Season Slider Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-serve-tavern-club-sliders.md) - [Hot Honey Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-bacon-sandwich.md) - [Indulgent Summertime Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-summer-menu.md) - [Seasonal QSR Breakfast Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-3.md) - [Latin Cuisine-Inspired Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-spring-menu.md) - [Winter-Ready QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-winter-menu.md) - [Hearty Summer Sandwich Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-of-sandwiches-menu.md) - [Low-Cost Cafe Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkings-meal-deal.md)