Leftovers features some of the product ideas that pop up here and there. Some are interesting, some sound great, and there are the kinds of ideas we would never dream of. I can’t write about everything that comes to me. So here are some leftovers from the inbox.
Pepsi put pineapple on top Little Caesars
PepsiCo is trying to answer the age-old question: “Does pineapple go in pizza?”
The beverage giant has partnered with Little Caesars to give pineapple lovers a new way to indulge in their favorite fruit. For a limited time, customers can order a combo that includes a 16-ounce Pepsi His Pineapple and a large two-topped thin-crust pizza.
Greg Hamilton, Chief Marketing Officer of Little Caesars, said, “There’s always been a lot of heated debate about using pineapple in pizza.” said in a statement. “Together with Pepsi, we will satisfy all pineapple lovers, regardless of what they think of pineapple as a pizza topping.”
2017 poll by Public Policy Polling We found that 47% of Americans support using pineapple as a pizza topping, while 32% are against it. Pizza Today recently listed the top 5 most popular toppings., Pineapple did not enter the list. First place was pepperoni.
Pepsi Pineapple, which combines the fruity scent of Pepsi Cola and pineapple, made its original debut in 2020 for a limited time.
PepsiCo is no stranger to experimentation Small doses of new, unconventional flavors.
For the past several years, the New York-based firm has Maple syrup, cracker jack, peep And offer Pepsi apple pie. But unlike those fizzy drinks, Peeps aside, this product focuses on another food that is enjoyed by the majority of the population. Regardless of where consumers place Pepsi’s pineapple flavor, this soda will put an end to the ongoing debate over whether yellow fruit should be mixed into pizza sauces, cheeses and dough. less likely to hit.
— Christopher Doring
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Courtesy of Pillsbury
Pillsbury cuts and squeezes banana bread dough
Home bakers who love making banana bread but don’t want to wait for the fruit to ripen are in luck.
Pillsbury’s new Cut & Squeeze Banana Bread Batter, like other baked goods such as cookie dough and cinnamon rolls, is packaged in salami-shaped dough tubes.
The company said in a press release that the product contains real bananas and can be made in 60-70 minutes. Pillsbury touts the product as “less messy” compared to traditional baking.
This baked goods product is available at Publix, Albertsons and Safeway stores. The company says it plans to expand to more locations later this month.
banana bread is It has been a bread-making staple since it became popular in the 1930s. It was during the Great Depression when people were looking for ways to preserve overripe bananas. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the closure of bakeries and restaurants led to a surge in home-baked dishes, further boosting their popularity.it was banana bread The most searched recipe on the internet At the beginning of the 2020 pandemic.
It remains to be seen whether Pillsbury’s banana bread batter will be good enough to convince people used to baking the old-fashioned way.Several Critics are skeptical About whether the bread made from the dough can stand up to traditional recipes. But the convenience of not having to mix or measure ingredients could be a win-win for consumers looking for a faster way to make classic fresh bread.
— Chris Casey
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Licensed by Peak State Coffee
The Peak State thrives on coffee with mushrooms
Peak State Coffee is obsessed with new coffee.
The Colorado-based company is launching what it bills as the first adaptogenic mushroom coffee in reusable and recyclable cans.
Through a patented process, the company infuses functional mushrooms into premium organic whole grain coffee beans to add health benefits to those seeking more functionality in their daily consumption.
“We are on a mission to redefine the coffee experience and drive a sustainable future,” said Danny Walsh, the company’s founder and CEO, in a statement. “By combining our love of exceptional coffee with the incredible health benefits of adaptogenic mushrooms, we aim to enhance the taste and functionality of coffee while championing sustainability.”
Peak State said its “Coffee With Benefits” eco cans are available exclusively through its website and aim to hit Amazon and retailer shelves this fall.
Founded in 2020, the company’s inspiration came after Walsh experienced health problems exacerbated by stress. He learned how to forage wild chaga his mushrooms and infuse them with immune tea to slowly heal.
Even before the coronavirus pandemic, many consumers were looking for foods and beverages that worked.a 2019 research by Kelly We found that 65% of consumers want functionality in what they eat and drink.
pandemic Strengthening the momentum of functional foods and beveragesand Research and Market Estimation The global functional beverage market has value $209 billion in 2027, compared with about $147 billion a year ago.
— Christopher Doring
