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Consumers are looking for plant-based and healthier confectionery. But here’s the sweet truth: today’s discerning consumers won’t compromise on indulgence!  

Let’s decode the recipe for success: 

  1. Organoleptic harmony: Taste, sweetness, texture – our plant-based treats must hit all the right notes. 
  2. Indulgence unleashed: Sugar confectionery must first and foremost be “indulgent.” 
  3. The golden ratio: Market triumph lies in finding the delicate balance. It can't be too sweet or too bland. Consumers are seeking perfection.
     

Unlock new opportunities for sugar confectionery

Cargill’s comprehensive portfolio and expertise will empower your formulation journey. From prototyping to production line implementation, we provide the necessary R&D capabilities. Our actionable sensory insights, tailored to your market and target demographic, will ensure your success. 

Discover the perfect balance of taste, sweetness, and texture in plant-based sugar confectionery. Our expertise guides your formulation adventure, ensuring consumer-pleasing treats. 

  • Texture and flavor harmony: For gummies, we understand that liking hinges on the intersection of texture and flavor. Plant-based texturizers, like pectin, present challenges, but our formulation know-how will help you win. 
  • Global perspectives: Diverse consumer opinions on texture vary by country and preference (premium, health-conscious, cost-driven). We cater to all texture wishes. 
  • Expertise and marketplace: Navigating the plant-based confectionery jungle demands technological and ingredient proficiency. We offer solutions that fit consumer needs.
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Scoring sensory success in plant-based sweets

Discover what consumers truly desire across different European countries. Let’s create irresistible plant-based sugar confectionery together!

Start your adventure by contacting your Cargill experts here!