2017 has been an amazing year for cakes, as a lot of baking trends have risen in popularity for their practicality and beauty. Added to that the fact that millennials comprise a huge population of the cake consuming market, culinary trends have created a major impact in the baking industry. This makes me excited for the next year, as we expect a new batch of baking trends for 2018.
I’ll be listing down some of the potentially huge baking trends below. What’s interesting about the upcoming trends is that it’s fueled by the young generation of bakers and cake lovers aged 13-34. They’re leading the way in developing new techniques that will eventually become industry standards.
Biggest baking trends for 2018
Check out this rundown of the exciting things to look forward to for the baking industry in 2018:
Choose fresh
A lot of consumer will prefer their food to be as fresh as possible. Millennials will refuse preservatives or processed food, and may opt to consume more organic products that are locally available.
Experiment on food
Millennials are very experimental when it comes to their food choices. They are usually all out in trying exotic cuisines, and this can also help them create new ideas for baking and cooking in general.
Make it more convenient
Although people will be skipping processed food, the idea of convenience is equally important. They will probably want their food to be readily available. Expect ready-to-eat food – including cakes and pastries – to hit it big next year.
Think about health
With health consciousness becoming more appealing to the masses, bakers have started shifting to inulin to replace sugar and flour in baking cakes. Inulin is a natural sweetener that has various health benefits.
In addition, vegan and gluten-free food will also be increasing its popularity. Also, expect to see a lot of plant-based foods for snacking such as kale chips, organic chickpea puffs, and nori chips.
Reduce waste
Although a lot of effort is required to pull off a zero-waste standard, bakers will definitely move into this direction. This may include the following:
Buying ingredients with less packaging materials
Opting to buy fresh produce instead of pre-packed products
Preparing just the right amount of food for the expected number of diners
Minimizing the need to stock too many ingredients, so as to prevent expiry and food waste
Final Word
Are you excited to bake in 2018? These baking trends and terrific tips involve a great deal of knowledge and commitment, especially when it comes to creating a new culture for baking.
However, what we can look forward to is the idea of developing new baking standards that will help the industry and the general public. In a nutshell, the future of food will depend on 4 factors: sustainability, wellness, convenience, and flavor.
