The 2025 Dessert Bakery Industry Report explores how AI is unlocking a new era of creativity, efficiency, and connection across the U.S. bakery landscape. From smart design tools to predictive planning engines, this report shows how forward-thinking brands are transforming indulgence into a scalable, data-driven experience.</p><p id="">This report covers:</p><ul id=""><li>2025 consumer trends shaping dessert demand, from everyday indulgence to aesthetic-driven gifting and celebration</li><li>How leading chains like Crumbl, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Cinnabon are competing on speed, design, and brand experience</li><li>Four high-impact AI use cases, including moodboard-to-menu matching and smart visual merchandising</li><li>Strategic takeaways for bakeries looking to improve personalization, boost operational agility, and deepen brand affinity</li></ul><p id="">Whether you're scaling a modern dessert concept or evolving an artisanal brand, this report shows how AI can enhance every step of the bakery journey, without replacing the creativity that makes it special.

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