Matcha Rice-Flour Doughnuts

Krispy Kreme Celebrates Matcha Day with the Kome-Dough Matcha Cream

Krispy Kreme Japan is celebrating Matcha Day with a new Kome-Dough Matcha Cream rice-flour doughnut.

For a while now, Krispy Kreme Japan has been serving up a popular rice-flour doughnut called the 'Kome-Dough,' which is made from domestically grown rice flour and has a subtle sweet chew. Now, the brand is looking to celebrate Matcha Day on February 6th with a special Kome-Dough Matcha Cream version of the doughnut. This tasty treat consists of a rice flour doughnut topped with a thick layer of matcha cream and red bean paste. The whole thing is then drizzled with white chocolate, a sprinkling of powdered sugar, and a little cluster of red beans.

The new Kome-Dough Matcha Cream doughnut will be available for just a limited time from January 15th to March 12th.

Image Credit: Krispy Kreme

Matcha-flavored Desserts
The rise in matcha-flavored desserts presents an opportunity for brands to innovate in flavor experimentation, catering to consumers seeking exotic taste profiles.
Rice-flour Alternatives
The utilization of rice flour in creating gluten-free options is gaining traction, signaling potential in developing diverse product lines for health-conscious consumers.
Limited-time Offer Products
Offering limited-time treats harnesses consumer interest through exclusivity and urgency, fostering unique marketing strategies in the food sector.

Sectors Adopting This

Specialty Baked Goods
Specialty baked goods are evolving with innovative ingredients like matcha and rice flour, which can differentiate brands within the crowded dessert landscape.
Gluten-free Foods
The gluten-free food industry is expanding as consumers demand more varied and flavorful alternatives to traditional wheat-based products.
Café and Coffee Chains
Cafés and coffee chains are capitalizing on culturally inspired menu items, such as matcha-infused offerings, enhancing customer experience with globally influenced flavors.
SCORE
6.0 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 64%
Activity 75%
Freshness 41%

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