Market Trends of united states dairy desserts Industry
The increasing interest on ice cream products to balance their daily energy intake is driving the market
- The per capita consumption of dairy desserts, including ice cream, cheesecakes, and frozen desserts, is increasing yearly in the United States due to their various health benefits, easy availability, and premium ice creams. In 2022, the per capita consumption of dairy desserts increased by 1.2% compared to 2021. Among dairy desserts, consumers majorly consume ice creams in the country. Ice creams are dairy-sourced frozen foods usually consumed as snacks or desserts. Ice cream is considered a good source of calcium and phosphorous, containing 10% daily value per serving. While ice cream is part of a balanced diet, its high palatability increases the likelihood of overconsumption and increased daily energy intake.
- Ice creams with low-calorie (150 calories per serving) or no-sugar options compared to regular ice creams have gained popularity among health-conscious consumers. Due to this, regular ice cream consumption experienced a dip of 9% in 2021, and low-fat ice cream consumption increased by 20%. Given the high demand for ice cream, 9% of all milk produced in the United States is used to make frozen desserts.
- The United States has some strict standards for dairy dessert consumption. Federal regulations or Standards of Identity stipulate that ice creams must contain a minimum of 10% milk fat and 20% total milk solids by weight, and sherbets should have a milk fat content of 1-2% and weigh a minimum of 6 pounds to the gallon. Almost 74% of Americans in the United States eat ice cream at least once a week. Around 84% of Americans purchase ice creams at grocery stores and eat them at home.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Growing demand for milk and milk-infused products is increasing dairy farming in the United States
