--- title: Mondelēz Away From Home Insights | Culinary description: Culinary | The snacking blog devoted to helping foodservice operators feed their snack sales success. Track the latest snack trends. Get insights and statistics to help improve customer service, inform menu innovation and encourage a higher check average. --- [![Click to visit the Mondelez International Away From Home website](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/mdla-afh-logo-horizontal.svg)](https://www.mondelezawayfromhome.com/) - [Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/trends) - [Operations](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/operations) - [Culinary](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/culinary) - Subscribe # Culinary [![ Expert Tips for Building a Dessert Program That Works for Your Pizza Menu](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-progam-tips.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/expert-tips-for-building-a-dessert-program-that-works-for-your-pizza-menu) ## [Sweet Additions: Expert Tips for Building a Dessert Program That Works for Your Pizza Menu](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/expert-tips-for-building-a-dessert-program-that-works-for-your-pizza-menu) June 11, 2026 Cannoli Cookie Swirl made with CHIPS AHOY! Cookie Pieces Pizza restaurants have long built their identity around the pie — but smart operators know th... [![Dessert Beverages: The Sweet Spot for Menu Innovation](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/strawberry-shake-meta.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pouring-on-profits-why-dessert-beverages-are-a-sweet-low-risk-way-to-boost-sales) ## [Pouring On Profits: Why Dessert Beverages Are a Sweet, Low-Risk Way to Boost Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pouring-on-profits-why-dessert-beverages-are-a-sweet-low-risk-way-to-boost-sales) September 23, 2026 Discover how dessert beverages help operators drive check averages, attract more customers and test new flavors with minimal back-of-house work. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/desserts-sandwich-ops-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) ## [Treat Time: How Branded Desserts Sweeten Sales for Sandwich Operators](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) July 7, 2026 From OREO cookies to mini treats and shakes, learn how sandwich chains use branded desserts to differentiate the menu and elevate sandwich occasions. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/desserts-sandwich-ops-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-whole-pie-top-dessert-brands-turn-pizza-night-into-a-higher-check-repeat-occasion) ## [The Whole Pie: Top Dessert Brands Turn Pizza Night Into a Higher-Check, Repeat Occasion](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-whole-pie-top-dessert-brands-turn-pizza-night-into-a-higher-check-repeat-occasion) June 24, 2026 Branded desserts like OREO help drive sweet add-on sales and repeat visits. See how pizza operators are using LTOs to win with families and groups. [![Dessert Trend Insights for Burger Operators (2025-2026)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-progam-tips.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) ## [Flipping for Desserts: Burger Operators Lean Into Low-Risk Menu Innovation](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) June 5, 2026 [![Featured image for article: Pour On the Profits: 4 Dessert Beverage Trends to Watch](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/bev-dessert-trends-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pour-on-the-profits-4-dessert-beverage-trends-to-watch) ## [Pour On the Profits: 4 Dessert Beverage Trends to Watch](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pour-on-the-profits-4-dessert-beverage-trends-to-watch) November 6, 2025 ### [2026 Away-From-Home Industry Trends Guide Make 2026 the year your customers always leave room for dessert.](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/dessert-trends-defining-2026) [Access Guide Now](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/dessert-trends-defining-2026) ## Popular in Culinary [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/desserts-sandwich-ops-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) ## [Treat Time: How Branded Desserts Sweeten Sales for Sandwich Operators](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) From OREO cookies to mini treats and shakes, learn how sandwich chains use branded desserts to differentiate the menu and elevate sandwich occasions. [![Dessert Trend Insights for Burger Operators (2025-2026)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-progam-tips.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) ### [Flipping for Desserts: Burger Operators Lean Into Low-Risk Menu Innovation](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) [![Pumpkin Cake Tres Leches made with NILLA Cookie Pieces](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/pumpkin-cake.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/sweet-success-how-to-take-advantage-of-4-lto-dessert-trends) ### [Sweet Success: How to Take Advantage of 4 LTO Dessert Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/sweet-success-how-to-take-advantage-of-4-lto-dessert-trends) [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Whole%20Ube%20Cheesecake%202.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/asian-flavors-formats-feed-dessert-inspiration) ### [Asian Flavors & Formats Feed Dessert Inspiration](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/asian-flavors-formats-feed-dessert-inspiration) [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Elevated%20Churro%20Dessert%20Bar%2013.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ### [Raising The Bar: Dessert Bars Elevate Small Bites to Big Trend Status](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ## Join our email list! Get the latest news, trends and insights from Mondelēz Foodservice. ## More in Culinary [![Dessert Beverages: The Sweet Spot for Menu Innovation](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/strawberry-shake-meta.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pouring-on-profits-why-dessert-beverages-are-a-sweet-low-risk-way-to-boost-sales) ## [Pouring On Profits: Why Dessert Beverages Are a Sweet, Low-Risk Way to Boost Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pouring-on-profits-why-dessert-beverages-are-a-sweet-low-risk-way-to-boost-sales) September 23, 2026 Discover how dessert beverages help operators drive check averages, attract more customers and test new flavors with minimal back-of-house work. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/desserts-sandwich-ops-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) ## [Treat Time: How Branded Desserts Sweeten Sales for Sandwich Operators](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/treat-time-how-branded-desserts-sweeten-sales-for-sandwich-operators) July 7, 2026 From OREO cookies to mini treats and shakes, learn how sandwich chains use branded desserts to differentiate the menu and elevate sandwich occasions. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/desserts-sandwich-ops-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-whole-pie-top-dessert-brands-turn-pizza-night-into-a-higher-check-repeat-occasion) ## [The Whole Pie: Top Dessert Brands Turn Pizza Night Into a Higher-Check, Repeat Occasion](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-whole-pie-top-dessert-brands-turn-pizza-night-into-a-higher-check-repeat-occasion) June 24, 2026 Branded desserts like OREO help drive sweet add-on sales and repeat visits. See how pizza operators are using LTOs to win with families and groups. [![ Expert Tips for Building a Dessert Program That Works for Your Pizza Menu](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-progam-tips.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/expert-tips-for-building-a-dessert-program-that-works-for-your-pizza-menu) ## [Sweet Additions: Expert Tips for Building a Dessert Program That Works for Your Pizza Menu](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/expert-tips-for-building-a-dessert-program-that-works-for-your-pizza-menu) June 11, 2026 Build a smarter pizza dessert menu with expert tips on LTOs, branded treats and high-margin add-ons. [![Dessert Trend Insights for Burger Operators (2025-2026)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-progam-tips.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) ## [Flipping for Desserts: Burger Operators Lean Into Low-Risk Menu Innovation](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/flipping-for-desserts-burger-operators-lean-into-low-risk-menu-innovation) June 5, 2026 Burger operators are digging into desserts as a low-risk path to higher profits. Get key stats and trends on branded ingredients and flavor inclusions. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/bev-dessert-trends-featured.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pour-on-the-profits-4-dessert-beverage-trends-to-watch) ## [Pour On the Profits: 4 Dessert Beverage Trends to Watch](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/pour-on-the-profits-4-dessert-beverage-trends-to-watch) November 6, 2025 Learn how to boost sales with dessert beverages while exploring beverage concepts and recipes from Mondelēz International Foodservice. [![Pumpkin Cake Tres Leches made with NILLA Cookie Pieces](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/pumpkin-cake.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/sweet-success-how-to-take-advantage-of-4-lto-dessert-trends) ## [Sweet Success: How to Take Advantage of 4 LTO Dessert Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/sweet-success-how-to-take-advantage-of-4-lto-dessert-trends) September 23, 2025 Gain sweet insights into four dessert LTO trends and craft winning dessert LTOs with tasty tips from Mondelēz Foodservice chefs. [![Table Stakes: 5 Ways Branded Ingredients Can Help Serve Up More Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/branded-ing-hero-may-25.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/table-stakes-5-ways-branded-ingredients-can-help-serve-up-more-sales) ## [Table Stakes: 5 Ways Branded Ingredients Can Help Serve Up More Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/table-stakes-5-ways-branded-ingredients-can-help-serve-up-more-sales) May 8, 2025 Learn five key ways name-brand ingredients like CHIPS AHOY! and OREO Cookie Pieces elevate dessert menus and help boost foodservice sales. [![It’s OREO’s Birthday! 6 Celebratory Recipes to Add Your Menu ](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/AvocadoPaletas.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/cool-ideas-a-fresh-take-on-frozen-treats-for-summer-menus) ## [Cool Ideas: A Fresh Take on Frozen Treats for Summer Menus](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/cool-ideas-a-fresh-take-on-frozen-treats-for-summer-menus) March 19, 2025 Discover global frozen dessert trends perfect for summer menus, from paletas to churro ice cream sandwiches, blending international flavors with trusted ingredients. [![It’s OREO’s Birthday! 6 Celebratory Recipes to Add Your Menu ](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/dessert-pizza.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/6-fun-ways-to-use-oreo-on-your-menu-perfect-for-any-celebration) ## [6 Fun Ways to Use OREO on Your Menu – Perfect for Any Celebration](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/6-fun-ways-to-use-oreo-on-your-menu-perfect-for-any-celebration) February 25, 2025 Celebrate OREO’s 113th birthday with 6 irresistible dessert recipes that will elevate your menu. From decadent hand pies to celebration cakes, these OREO-inspired treats are sure to boost your business! [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/eyosias-g--mwLvi7Nsow-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/artificial-intelligence-real-impact-how-ai-trends-are-transforming-foodservice-operations) ## [Artificial Intelligence Gets Real: How AI Is Transforming Foodservice](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/artificial-intelligence-real-impact-how-ai-trends-are-transforming-foodservice-operations) June 6, 2023 Baum+Whiteman predict AI will play a key role in generating recipes and managing restaurants in 2023. Learn why AI is a smart bet to transform foodservice. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/louis-hansel-0sYLBZjgTTw-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/tasty-trio-three-up-and-coming-chefs-help-feed-need-for-new-culinary-experiences) ## [Tasty Trio: Three Up-and-Coming Chefs Help Feed Need for New Culinary Experiences](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/tasty-trio-three-up-and-coming-chefs-help-feed-need-for-new-culinary-experiences) March 14, 2023 Economic challenges may persist, but there's a big appetite for new culinary experiences. Learn about 3 chefs at the forefront of menu innovation in 2023. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/davey-gravy-krsKfCC1lYw-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/spring-forward-foodservice-operators-set-the-table-for-sales-growth) ## [Spring Forward: Foodservice Operators Set the Table for Sales Growth](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/spring-forward-foodservice-operators-set-the-table-for-sales-growth) March 7, 2023 Foodservice operators look to spring for business to bloom. Explore menu trends for 3 key spring holidays: St. Patrick's Day, Easter and Mother's Day. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Whole%20Ube%20Cheesecake%202.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/asian-flavors-formats-feed-dessert-inspiration) ## [Asian Flavors & Formats Feed Dessert Inspiration](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/asian-flavors-formats-feed-dessert-inspiration) February 28, 2023 Flavors found in a number of dishes traditionally served in Southeast Asia are helping to inspire creative dessert menu options with widespread appeal. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Elevated%20Churro%20Dessert%20Bar%2013.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ## [Raising The Bar: Dessert Bars Elevate Small Bites to Big Trend Status](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) February 21, 2023 Dessert boards are satisfying a pent-up appetite for shareable and customizable sweet treats. Trace the evolution of this key foodservice trend for 2023. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/debbie-tea-LO7rNP0LRro-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/great-explorations-global-influences-elevate-menus-with-a-world-of-culinary-creativity) ## [Great Explorations: Global Influences Elevate Menus with a World Of Culinary Creativity](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/great-explorations-global-influences-elevate-menus-with-a-world-of-culinary-creativity) February 14, 2023 Expect international influences to trend on menus in 2023. Explore global flavor forecasts from Technomic, Food Management and Mondelēz Foodservice. 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[![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/423275_1387.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/autumn-appetites-consumers-fall-for-a-shift-in-seasonal-flavors) ## [Autumn Appetites: Consumers Fall for a Shift in Seasonal Flavors](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/autumn-appetites-consumers-fall-for-a-shift-in-seasonal-flavors) October 4, 2022 Pumpkin-themed LTOs return to menus, but fresh takes on fall flavors are trending . Explore research revealing how tastes are changing with the season. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/haydn-golden-qFpIQMc33VM-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/beverages-and-desserts-fuel-flavor-inspiration) ## [Beverages and Desserts Fuel Flavor Inspiration](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/beverages-and-desserts-fuel-flavor-inspiration) September 20, 2022 Inspired by classic beverage elements, operators are creating new dessert menu items — as well as drinks that feature dessert flavors. 1. 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