Around Easter and beyond, Peeps fans have been treated to several new marshmallow-inspired treats—including coffee creamer and cold breakfast cereals—and now, Peeps is introducing bags of marshmallow-flavored jelly beans. These sweets from the maker of Peeps marshmallow chicks, Just Born Quality Confections, are offered in fruity strawberry, lemon and blueberry flavors, as well as a classic all-white marshmallow variety. These cheerful and brightly hued springtime treats offer a novel way for Peeps fans to experience their favorite flavors in a refreshingly different candy format.
While Peeps are known to many as a sweet Easter treat, some of the newest Peeps-branded products promise to add a hint of sweetness to other areas of a consumer's life.
Marshmallow-Flavored Jelly Beans
The Peeps Jelly Beans Boast Fruit and Marshmallow Flavors
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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