# Bakery Dessert Chocolate Candies M&M's Bakery Collection Will Arrive in 2026 for Fans to Vote on By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-09-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-bakery-collection References: [allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/new-m-and-ms-bakery-collection-11807856) & [mms](https://www.mms.com)  [M&M's Bakery Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavor-votes) has been announced by the brand as a new series of its [signature chocolate candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-popd) that will make their debut in 2026 for fans to get their hands on. The [candy collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maud-borup-celebrations-collection) consists of three flavor options including Peanut Butter Cinnamon Roll, Lemon Meringue Pie and Cherry Chocolate Cupcake, which are each themed with a different bakery-inspired treat in mind. The candies are expected to drum up intrigue amongst foodies seeking out a new yet familiar treat to try. The M&M's Bakery Collection will come packaged in wrappers with a QR code to encourage consumers to have their say regarding which one should receive an extended run. The two flavors that don't get the fan vote will be retired. Image Credit: M&M's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 49% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Flavor-themed Chocolates:** Bakery-inspired chocolate candies create opportunities for brands to explore new and nostalgic taste profiles. - **Interactive Consumer Engagement:** Leveraging QR codes for consumer voting turns passive consumption into an engaging participatory experience. - **Seasonal Treat Introductions:** Limited-time candy flavors encourage recurring interest and create anticipation each launch cycle. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Confectionery:** The development of bakery-inspired chocolates highlights innovation in combining flavor nostalgia with modern candy experiences. - **Food and Beverage Packaging:** Smart packaging with interactive features provides a new avenue for consumer engagement and data collection. - **Marketing and Market Research:** Crowdsourcing consumer preferences through QR-enabled voting introduces a dynamic approach to product lifecycle decisions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bakery-Inspired Confection Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavor-votes.md) - [Crispy Cookie Dough Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-cookie-dough.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Chocolate Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-jelly-mms.md) - [Crispy Autumnal Dessert Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-milk-chocolate-pumpkin-pie.md) - [Iconic Candy-Covered Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-mms-collection.md) - [Baked Chocolate Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-munchums.md) - [Chocolate-Branded Bakery Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instore-bakery-treats.md) - [Romantically Colored Candy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-cupids-blend.md) - [Branded Candy Baking Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betty-crocker-mms-baking-mixes.md)