Look for these food trends from the grocery store to your favorite restaurant!
The new year brings a feast of fresh food trends! From bold ingredient makeovers to clever culinary upgrades, this year’s trends are all about elevating the everyday into something extraordinary. Whether it’s crunching into new textures, savoring sweet-and-spicy mashups, or stocking up on pantry power players, there’s plenty to keep foodies buzzing.
Studio 5 Food Editor Maddy Tolman dished out her food forecast for 2025. You don’t have to be a foodie to take a taste! These are trends you’ll see everywhere – from the grocery store shelves to your favorite restaurants.
Texture Takes Center Stage
In 2025, texture is the name of the game with “crunch” emerging as the star. Think crispy granola, bacon bits, roasted nuts, and crispy rice garnishing everything from salads to pastas to desserts. Restaurants and home cooks alike are leaning into this tactile element to elevate dishes and enhance the overall eating experience.
The Protein Renaissance
Protein is having its moment in the spotlight, extending far beyond traditional bars and powders. Protein-rich snacks like chips, cookies, and even Pop-Tarts are becoming mainstream, offering a convenient and tasty way to fuel up. At the same time, whole, naturally protein-packed foods continue to hold their ground, blending health and indulgence seamlessly.
Sourdough’s Second Act
The sourdough revival that began in 2020 is here to stay, but it’s not just about bread anymore. This versatile ferment is making its way into pasta, pancakes, pizza crusts, crackers, and more. Young adults, in particular, are embracing sourdough for its tangy flavor, health benefits, and artisanal appeal.
Pantry Upgrades for Bold Flavors
2025 is the year to refresh your pantry with ingredients that add depth to everyday cooking. Here are four pantry products to keep stocked this year:
- Bold and Briny Flavors: Pickled onions, kimchi, and fermented veggies are bringing tangy, gut-friendly goodness to meals.
- Ghee: This lactose-free clarified butter offers a rich, nutty flavor and is perfect for high-heat cooking.
- Brown Sugar: Crowned the flavor of the year, brown sugar is adding a caramel-like sweetness to both savory and sweet dishes.
- Swicy: Sweet and spicy is the ultimate flavor pairing for 2025. From hot honey to swicy barbeque sauces and chips, this trend is spicing up snacks and meals alike.
2025 is shaping up to be a delicious year for foodies! Whether you’re cooking in your own kitchen or trying a new dish at your go-to restaurant, keep an eye out for these tasty trends.
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