Discover the latest product trends in our Leftovers section. From intriguing to amazing to downright unconventional, we bring you a curated selection of product ideas that have caught our eye. Here are some highlights from our inbox:
Cinnamon Toast Crunch joins forces with bacon
Hormel’s Black Label Bacon has teamed up with Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal to create a unique product that combines the flavors of sweet and salty.
The limited-edition bacon features a crispy sugary crust with cinnamon, sugar, and salt. Made by applying Cinnadust seasoning to thick-cut bacon and allowing it to marinate overnight, this innovative creation marks Black Label’s first co-branded product.
Black Label Cinnamon Toast Crunch is ideal for snacking or pairing with other foods, according to Hormel.
“The combination of sweet and savory is a classic favorite, and enhancing BLACK LABEL bacon with our CINNADUST seasoning blend was a natural choice to offer our fans even more epic flavors,” said Brandon Tyrrell, senior marketing manager for Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal.
Black Label Cinnamon Toast Crunch will be available at select Walmart locations starting Sept. 16, with a limited supply at Kroger stores in the following weeks.
–Christopher Doering
Krispy Kreme celebrates Barbie’s 65th anniversary
Last year, Barbie graced the big screen, and now consumers can indulge in a nostalgic treat in the form of doughnuts.
In honor of Barbie’s 65th anniversary, Mattel’s Barbie partnered with Krispy Kreme to create four new doughnuts inspired by the iconic doll’s designs and flavors.
The four delectable treats include:
- Barbie Pink Doughnut: A glazed doughnut topped with pink buttercream, sparkly pink sugar, and Barbie sunglasses.
- Malibu Dream Party Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with Cake Batter Kreme, dipped in Malibu blue icing and sparkly graham sand, adorned with a Barbie DreamHouse piece and a white cloud.
- Barbie Berries ’n Kreme Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with Strawberry Kreme, dipped in white icing, drizzled with purple and pink buttercream, and topped with a Barbie heart.
- Barbie Sweet 65th Doughnut: A glazed doughnut dipped in chocolate icing, topped with Barbie Sweet 65.
All four doughnuts are available for a limited time at select Krispy Kreme locations.
“Barbie and Krispy Kreme are synonymous with joy and sweet memories,” said Meredith Norrie, vice president of global licensing and consumer products at Mattel. “As we celebrate Barbie’s 65th anniversary, Krispy Kreme is the perfect partner to bring fans of all ages a delightful blend of flavor and style, with a touch of Barbie in every bite.”
For fans of this collaboration, a limited-time Krispy Kreme 6-pack can also be found at select grocery stores.
This isn’t Krispy Kreme’s first foray into partnerships with beloved characters. Last year, the North Carolina-based chain teamed up with Scooby Doo to create Halloween-themed doughnuts inspired by the iconic dog and his friends.
-Elizabeth Flood