With its Chocolate Pecan Pie Bar and the Apple Caramel Slab Pie, Trader Joe’s describes that "the construction of these sweet creations breaks tradition from that of their pie predecessors," as the products are formed into long, rectangular shapes rather than classic, circular pie shapes.
These pie bars offer a different and decadent way to enjoy favorite sweet treats baked with ingredients like brown sugar, semi-sweet chocolate, caramel sauce and whipping cream, which are tucked into flaky pastry crusts.
Trader Joe's opted for these unconventional pie shapes for its products to not only ensure even cooking and reheating but also help to make cutting and serving the pies as simple as possible. Due to the shape of these pie bars, the four corner pieces will particularly delight those who love pie crusts.
Slim Pie Bars
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Pecan Pie Bar Features a Compact, Rectangular Crust
Trend Themes
1. Rectangular Pie Shapes - The trend of using rectangular shapes for pies presents an opportunity for bakeries to create unique and visually appealing desserts that stand out in a traditional market.
2. Decadent Pastry Bars - The trend of creating pie bars with indulgent ingredients offers an opportunity for food manufacturers to target consumers looking for convenient, on-the-go desserts without compromising on taste or quality.
3. Innovative Pie Construction - The trend of unconventional pie shapes allows for innovative solutions to common issues such as even cooking, reheating, and ease of serving, creating opportunities for kitchen appliance manufacturers to develop products that cater to these needs.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - The bakery industry can capitalize on the trend of rectangular pie shapes by offering unique, visually enticing desserts that attract customers seeking something different from traditional round pies.
2. Food Manufacturing - The trend of creating decadent pastry bars presents an opportunity for food manufacturers to develop and market convenient, on-the-go desserts that cater to consumers' desire for indulgent tastes and flavors.
3. Kitchen Appliance - The trend of unconventional pie shapes opens up opportunities for kitchen appliance manufacturers to design and produce innovative cooking tools that cater to the specific needs associated with these non-traditional pie constructions.