Chocolate Based Spreads Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

Market Overview

The chocolate-based spreads market is projected to record a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period (2022-2027).

The COVID19 crisis has significantly affected the chocolate-based spreads market. There was a change in consumers' buying behavior because of the closures of several quick-service restaurants, fast-food shops, bakeries, etc.. The consumers were actively engaged with trying out several new food edibles such as cakes, pastries, and chocolate-based desserts. The main reason for consumers to do so was boredom and inaccessibility of consumption the desserts outside. Moreover, many consumers were also using the chocolate spreads in their breakfast as it was convenient to use. The preference for e-commerce websites was high during the pandemic because of the closures of retail stores and other shops due to government rules and regulations.

Increased consumption of chocolate-based spreads as a part of the breakfast meal is fuelling the market's growth. Consumers are gaining awareness about the favorable health effects associated with the consumption of dark chocolates, thereby becoming another factor supplementing the market growth.

Moreover, rising innovation of chocolate spreads, such as new flavors and the addition of several different ingredients, is also dragging the consumers' focus toward the products.

Scope of the Report

Chocolate spread is a sweet chocolate-flavored paste that is eaten mostly spread on slices of bread and toasts or similar grain items such as waffles, pancakes, muffins, and pitas. Although it tastes, smells, and looks like chocolate, it does not solidify, even at room temperature. The chocolate-based spreads market is segmented by distribution channels such as supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, online stores, specialist stores, and others. The market is also segmented by geography into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle-East and Africa. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of the value (in USD million).

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Key Market Trends

Rising Demand for Quick Snacks

Due to the changing lifestyle, individuals are getting busy these days with several jobs and varying shifts. Thus, they can't afford the time for the preparation of their meals. Thereby, many consumers prefer healthy snacks which can provide a good diet and be nutritious for health as well. For example, many consumers use chocolate spreads on the slices of bread and use them as breakfast to save time, whereas many carry it with them and consume it as an evening snack. Snacking has become a major trend across regions as it provides energy for activities throughout the day and valuable nutrients, such as proteins, minerals, vitamins, and fiber. People consuming healthy snacks can also decrease their hunger while keeping them from overeating at mealtime. Hence, it becomes necessary for individuals to opt for food products such as chocolate-based spreads for extra nutrients and energy. Such factors, in turn, are leading to the increased popularity of chocolate-based spreads through the evolving retail landscape, coupled with the developing foodservice sector.

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