Refrigerated/Frozen Dough Products Market Is Expected To Grow Due To Increasing Demand For Convenience Foods

The global refrigerated/frozen dough products market size was around USD 20.5 billion in 2021 and is predicted to grow to around USD 33.1 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 5.5% between 2022 and 2030.

The refrigerated/frozen dough products market focuses on the manufacturing, distribution, and retail of dough-based products that are stored under refrigeration or freezing to enhance shelf life. This includes bread, pizza dough, pastries, biscuits, and cookie dough, catering to commercial and household consumers. These products offer convenience by reducing preparation time and food waste, making them popular in busy households and food service establishments. Growth in the market is driven by increasing demand for ready-to-bake solutions, expanding retail distribution, and evolving consumer preferences.

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However, factors like production costs, ingredient sourcing, and shifting dietary trends influence overall market dynamics.

Market Growth Factors

Several factors are accelerating the expansion of the refrigerated/frozen dough products market.

• Convenience and ease of use: Consumers prefer ready-to-bake dough products for their time-saving benefits.
• Extended shelf life: Refrigeration and freezing help reduce food waste and lower costs.
• Rising demand for baked goods: Increasing consumption of bakery products globally fuels market growth.

Restraints

• Perceptions of lower quality: Some consumers associate frozen dough with inferior taste and texture.
• Distribution challenges: Maintaining proper temperature control during transportation is essential.

Refrigerated/Frozen Dough Products Market Report Scope:

Market Segmentation

The refrigerated/frozen dough products market can be segmented into product type, distribution channel, consumption type, end-user, and region.

Based on product type, the market is segmented into bread dough, pizza dough, pastries, biscuits, cookie dough, and others. Of these, bread dough leads the market due to the high global demand for fresh and frozen bread across households and food service sectors.

Based on the distribution channel, the refrigerated/frozen dough products industry is categorized into supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, food service, and others. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have the largest market share since they are the preferred choice for bulk purchasing and a wide product variety.

Based on the end-user, the market is classified into households, food manufacturers, hotels, restaurants, cafes, and others. Households are seen dominating this segment since there is increasing adoption of frozen dough for home baking and convenience.

Based on consumption type, the refrigerated/frozen dough products industry is divided into ready-to-proof, ready-to-eat, and ready-to-bake. Ready-to-proof is expected to lead the market during the forecast period since the commercial bakery sector allows customization and freshness control.

North America dominates the global refrigerated/frozen dough products market, driven by a well-established food industry and strong consumer demand for convenience foods. The region benefits from advanced cold chain logistics, ensuring efficient distribution and extended product shelf life. Major players invest heavily in marketing and product innovation, introducing healthier and specialty dough options to cater to evolving consumer preferences. The presence of quick-service restaurants, bakeries, and retail chains further fuels market expansion. Technological advancements in freezing and packaging solutions also enhance product quality and accessibility. High disposable income and changing lifestyles drive the region's demand for ready-to-bake and ready-to-eat dough products.

Key Market Players

Some of the prominent companies operating in the refrigerated/frozen dough products market include:

• General Mills Inc.
• ConAgra Brands Inc.
• Nestlé S.A.
• Flowers Foods Inc.
• Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V.
• George Weston Limited
• J.M. Smucker Co.
• Rich Products Corp.
• Pinnacle Foods Inc.
• Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
• Kontos Foods Inc.
• Gonnella Baking Co.
• Europastry
• Schär
• Goosebumps Store
• Custom Foods Inc.
• Earthgrains Refrigerated Dough Products, L.P.
• Swiss Gastro Bakery Beijing Co., Ltd
• Boulder Brands

Recent Developments

• In January 2024, Ceres Group, backed by Mayfair Equity Partners, announced plans to acquire Azeda, owner of Pat the Baker and Irish Pride.
• In March 2024, Compass Group invested $1.7B in acquiring Norway's 4Service and France's Dupont Restauration.
• In August 2024, Mars Inc. explored acquiring Kellanova, maker of Cheez-It and Pringles.

The global refrigerated/frozen dough products market is segmented as follows:

By Product

• Bread
• Biscuits & Cookies
• Pizza
• Others

By Distribution Channel

• Retail
  • Supermarket & Hypermarkets
  • Convenience Stores
  • Bakery Stores
  • Online
• Food Service

By Region

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • France
  • The UK
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

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