--- title: Mondelēz Away From Home Insights | Cakes/Cupcakes description: Cakes/Cupcakes | 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 # Cakes/Cupcakes [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/OREO-Toaster-Pastry-8x6.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/transforming-nostalgic-desserts-into-new-formats) ## [Transforming Nostalgic Desserts into New Formats](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/transforming-nostalgic-desserts-into-new-formats) December 26, 2023 Basing desserts on a classic dish or nostalgic flavor is a growing trend — which operators can utilize to boost consumer interest and orders. [![OREO cake donuts](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/iStock-1248735987-min.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/6-snack-and-dessert-trends-for-2024) ## [6 Snack and Dessert Trends for 2024](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/6-snack-and-dessert-trends-for-2024) December 18, 2023 Learn about upcoming dessert trends and snacks for 2024. Find out about healthy snacks and new trending foods that are becoming popular. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/b80f27a1-89f0-439b-97db-43d8edbf0925.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/winter-seasonal-desserts-tips-and-trends) ## [Winter Seasonal Desserts: Tips and Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/winter-seasonal-desserts-tips-and-trends) October 31, 2023 Use these winter dessert trends and tips to boost profits throughout the holiday season and beyond. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/425546_1387.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/how-to-use-sweet-treats-to-help-drive-profits) ## [How to Use Sweet Treats to Help Drive Profits](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/how-to-use-sweet-treats-to-help-drive-profits) July 25, 2023 An enticing dessert menu can translate into higher sales — if restaurants are able to offer sweet treats that deliver what consumers want. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/LPM1149_Empanada_232.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/restaurant-instagram-marketing-instagrammable-desserts) ## [Creative Dessert Images Capture ‘Likes’—and Drive Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/restaurant-instagram-marketing-instagrammable-desserts) June 9, 2023 Learn more about the great benefits of restaurant Instagram marketing and unique Instagrammable desserts for food businesses. [![CHIPS AHOY! 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[![](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. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/194595_1387.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/time-honored-elements-from-latin-cuisine-are-enhancing-dessert-menus) ## [Time-Honored Elements from Latin Cuisine Are Enhancing Dessert Menus](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/time-honored-elements-from-latin-cuisine-are-enhancing-dessert-menus) July 5, 2022 Find out what traditional flavors from cuisine that originated in Mexico and other Latin countries are being incorporated into today’s desserts. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/cake-pop.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/in-for-a-treat-find-out-what-elements-will-help-produce-a-winning-dessert-menu) ## [In for a Treat: Find Out What Elements Will Help Produce a Winning Dessert Menu](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/in-for-a-treat-find-out-what-elements-will-help-produce-a-winning-dessert-menu) January 27, 2022 Desserts designed to be eaten on the go can help restaurants meet the consumer demand for convenient sweet snacks—after meals and at other times. [![Time-Tested: Which Pandemic Practices Could Become Permanent?](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/August_21-featured-image.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/time-tested-which-pandemic-practices-could-become-permanent) ## [Time-Tested: Which Pandemic Practices Could Become Permanent?](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/time-tested-which-pandemic-practices-could-become-permanent) August 26, 2021 Find out what adjustments operators across the country made during the pandemic—and how those moves are now helping them increase business. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/June%20Bonus%20Blog_320309_1387.jpeg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/taking-the-cake-trending-flavors-that-will-boost-dessert-sales) ## [Taking the Cake: Trending Flavors That Will Boost Dessert Sales](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/taking-the-cake-trending-flavors-that-will-boost-dessert-sales) June 24, 2021 Tapping into trending tastes and ingredients can help you offer buzzworthy desserts, which will make your menu stand out from the competition. [![igor-ovsyannykov-152531.jpg](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/igor-ovsyannykov-152531.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/making-dough-cashing-in-on-the-in-store-bakery-foodservice-trend) ## [Making Dough: Cashing In on the In-Store Bakery Foodservice Trend](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/making-dough-cashing-in-on-the-in-store-bakery-foodservice-trend) November 20, 2017 Discover why in-store bakeries are a pivotal foodservice trend, driving food marketing, menu innovation and a higher check average at c-stores and groceries. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/LCS-sidbar-banner-shake.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/just-desserts-why-taste-is-tops-for-your-bottom-line) ## [Just Desserts: Why Taste is Tops for Your Bottom Line](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/just-desserts-why-taste-is-tops-for-your-bottom-line) August 28, 2017 Flavorful desserts that capitalize on the foodservice trend of taste as the consumer's top priority can help drive menu innovation and a higher check average, ## [Booming Business: Baby Boomer Snacking Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/booming-business-baby-boomer-snacking-trends) December 19, 2016 Stats, tips and insights to help foodservice and restaurant operations capitalize on baby boomer snack trends. ## [Chocolate Season Heats Up This Winter](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/chocolate-season-heats-up-this-winter) February 4, 2016 There’s no denying chocolate has a devoted following. Even in an age of flavor exploration, chocolate remains a top choice for sweet seekers and a top trend in 2016. 1. [1](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/topic/cakes-cupcakes/page/1) ## Join our email list! Be the first to know when we drop new articles, trends and insights, with updates delivered directly to your inbox. Plus, you'll get an insider perspective on all things foodservice, carefully curated to help you grow your business. By submitting my email address, I agree to receive marketing communications from Mondelēz International. 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