2025 Most Innovative New Product Awards
Chocolate
Product Submissions
| Exhibitor | Brand | Product | innovationStatement | Price | Weight | Photo | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kopper's Chocolate / Nuts.com | Pop & Sol | Coconut Flaked White Chocolate Covered Cashews | Our Coconut Flaked White Chocolate-Covered Cashews are coated in 100% artisanal white chocolate, with crunchy coconut flakes under each layer for fruity flavor. | $ 5.99 | 4 oz | ![]() | ![]() |
| Chocolove | Chocolove | Pistachios & Sea Salt in Milk Chocolate Bar | Introducing Chocolove’s Milk Chocolate Bar with Pistachios & Sea Salt - where creamy premium chocolate indulgence meets viral pistachio trends. Sustainable, nutritious, and irresistibly trendy in eye-catching green packaging. A must-have for today’s flavor-forward, taste-driven chocolate lovers. | $ 3.99 | 3.2 oz | ![]() | ![]() |
| Harison Chocolate | Harison Chocolate | Dubai Kunafa Chocolate 200g | Harison Kunafa Chocolate 200g features milk chocolate, crunchy kunafa, and smooth pistachio cream filling. Made with an authentic recipe, it’s an indulgent treat and an elegant gift for any occasion. | $ 20.00 | 7.05 oz | ![]() | ![]() |
| Kopper's Chocolate / Nuts.com | Pop & Sol | Banana Dusted Dark Chocolate Covered Walnuts | Our Banana Dusted Dark Chocolate-Covered Walnuts are coated in 55% artisanal dark chocolate and topped with a delicate powder from real bananas. | $ 5.99 | 4 oz | ![]() | ![]() |
| Solen Cikolata Gida San ve Tic AS | MiLanGo | Dubai Chocolate Bite Size | Individually wrapped bite size Dubai Chocolates. A unique combination of quality, taste, luxury, design, and special experience. The intense pistachio flavour and deep green colour comes from “Boz Pistachio”; one of the highest quality and the most delicious pistachio varieties in the world. | $ 14.99 | 8.6 oz | ![]() | ![]() |
| Andersen's Crazy Candy | Andersen's Crazy Candy | Choco-Nilla Crunch | A classic twist on the Charleston Chew Rollers! Creamy vanilla and rich chocolate with a satisfying crunch in every bite. The perfect combo of nostalgia and new flavor! | $ 7.99 | 2 oz | ![]() | |
| Bazooka Brands | Ring Pop® | Chocolate Ring Pop® | For the first time, Ring Pop launched a solid Milk Chocolate Ring with sprinkles for limited time. Each 3D Ring Pop shaped piece is made with delicious real milk chocolate with crunchy rainbow sprinkles (even the ring)! Within each Easter themed box, there are 2 individually wrapped pieces to enjoy. | $ 2.00 | 1.4 oz | ![]() | |
| Chocolaterie Guylian NV | Guylian | Chocolate Seashells Dark Praliné 65g | A new Guylian iconic product, an intense variation of our classic recipe. Our irresistible Seashell chocolates filled with our new dark praliné filling, made from in-house roasted hazelnuts, and covered in 72% dark Belgian chocolate from 100% Fairtrade cocoa. | $ 3.99 | 2.29 oz | ![]() | |
| Chocolove | Chocolove | Pecans, Cookies & Sea Salt in Milk Chocolate Bar | Indulgence meets nostalgia in Chocolove’s Milk Chocolate Bar with Pecans, Cookies & Sea Salt. Inspired by the love for nostalgic treats and the rise of craveable textures, this bar blends buttery pecans, crunchy cookies, and sea salt into smooth, premium chocolate. A timeless twist worth savoring. | $ 3.99 | 3.2 oz | ![]() | |
| Country Fresh Food & Confections, Inc. | Sweet Revenge | Chocolate Jalapeno Fudge | Incorporating the finest Belgian Chocolate & Dutch Cocoa with chunks of jalapenos, Sweet Revenge combines spicy and sweet flavor profiles for a perfect combination like no other! It offers a long shelf life (8 months), a vibrant design, and a portion size that fits well in all product channels! | $ 2.49 | 2 oz | ![]() | |
| Fancy Foods Manufacturing Trading Co. Ltd. | Queenam Chocolate | Queenam Yogurt Chocolate Coated Almond - Cashew - Macadamia | High-quality chocolate coated with three kinds of nuts in one packaging (cashew, almond, macadamia) with creative flavors using authentic ingredients such as yogurt, rose, yuzu, shichimi, seaweed, etc. Queenam also has tiramisu, caramel, seaweed, shichimi, rose, and yuzu (Japanese lemon) flavors. | $ 5.00 | 2.65 oz | ![]() | |
| Harken Sweets | Harken Sweets | The Lil' Coconutty Ones | The Lil Coconutty Ones are packed with sweet shredded coconut, toasted almond bits, dreamy date caramel, and creamy oat milk chocolate. - No Sugar Added - Real Ingredients - Rich in Fiber - Non-GMO - 100% Plant-Based/Vegan - Gluten-Free - Dairy-Free - Fair Trade Cocoa - Women-Owned | $ 8.99 | 3 oz | ![]() | |
| Harken Sweets | Harken Sweets | The Lil' Nutty Ones | The Lil Nutty Ones are packed with delicious peanuts, dreamy date caramel, velvety nougat, and dipped in creamy oat milk chocolate style coating. - No Sugar Added - Real Ingredients - Rich in Fiber - Non-GMO - 100% Plant-Based/Vegan - Gluten-Free - Dairy-Free - Fair Trade Cocoa - Women-Owned | $ 8.99 | 3 oz | ![]() | |
| Harken Sweets | Harken Sweets | The Lil' Gooey Ones | The Lil Gooey Ones are packed with velvety nougat, rich date caramel, and dipped in smooth oat milk chocolate. - No Sugar Added - Real Ingredients - Rich in Fiber - Non-GMO - 100% Plant-Based/Vegan - Gluten-Free - Dairy-Free - Fair Trade Cocoa - Women-Owned - Free of Allergens | $ 8.99 | 3 oz | ![]() | |
| Kopper's Chocolate / Nuts.com | Pop & Sol | Strawberry Dusted Dark Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts | Our Strawberry Dusted Dark Chocolate-Covered Hazelnuts are coated in 70% artisanal dark chocolate and topped with a delicate powder from real strawberries. | $ 5.99 | 4 oz | ![]() | |
| Kopper's Chocolate / Nuts.com | Pop & Sol | Raspberry Dusted Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds | Our Raspberry Dusted Dark Chocolate-Covered Almonds are coated in 70% artisanal dark chocolate and topped with a sweet powder made from real raspberries. | $ 5.99 | 4 oz | ![]() | |
| Lindt & Sprungli USA | LINDOR | Cookies & Creme Truffles | With LINDOR Cookies & Creme, we are excited to bring a new dimension of joy to our consumers. This flavor is a nostalgic journey back to the cherished memories of childhood, evoking the irresistibly smooth melting taste of cookies and cream that continues to be a staple in American culture. | $ 7.29 | 5.1 oz | ![]() | |
| Lindt & Sprungli USA | LINDOR | Milk Chocolate Bar | Breaking the delicate milk chocolate shell reveals an irresistibly smooth filling that lets you melt away into a pure moment of bliss. Indulge in the delicious LINDOR Milk bar any day you desire a relaxing moment to yourself. | $ 4.49 | 3.5 oz | ![]() | |
| Mars Wrigley North America | M&M’S® | Peanut Butter & Jelly M&M’S® | Building on the growing demand for peanut butter, Peanut Butter & Jelly M&M’S® features berry-flavored bite-sized chocolate treats with a smooth peanut butter center to capture the comforting experience of a classic PB&J sandwich, wrapped in an iconic colorful candy shell. | $ 1.56 | 1.63 oz | ![]() | |
| Mondelez International, Inc | HU Kitchen | Creamy Coconut bites | Hu Creamy Coconut Bites – Rich Hu dark chocolate filled with creamy coconut in one indulgent, individually wrapped Bite. Made with only 5 simple ingredients, you’ll be left wondering how simple tastes this good. Organic, Fairtrade, Paleo, Gluten-Free, NonGMO, Vegan, and Keto certified. | $ 7.49 | 2.75 oz | ![]() | |
| Morris National | SKIPPY | Milk Chocolate PB Thins | SKIPPY® Milk Chocolate PB Thins are made with real, creamy SKIPPY® Peanut Butter, surrounded by delicious Milk Chocolate. | $ 5.99 | 4.8 oz | ![]() | |
| Nebula Snacks | Nebula Snacks | Minty Way Chocolate Bites | Minty Way features a refreshing sense of cool, invigorating white chocolate mint cream, inside our signature organic dark chocolate shell, providing a minty burst that’s as refreshing as a walk in space. Zero sugar, dairy free & features a natural green color, made with organic chlorella powder. | $ 9.99 | 2.5 oz | ![]() | |
| pladis North America | Godiva | Masterpiece Dark Chocolate & Smooth Caramel | Godiva Masterpiece Dark Chocolate & Smooth Caramel sets a new benchmark within the dark chocolate caramel flavor segment. A crisp outer shell of dark chocolate gives way to a center filled with elevated, European-style caramel. 81% of consumers found this delicious (vs. 64% for leading competition). | $ 7.49 | 4.1 oz | ![]() | |
| pladis North America | Godiva | Masterpiece Heavenly Milk Chocolate with Ganache | Godiva’s new Masterpiece Heavenly Milk Chocolate with Ganache brings an elevated option to the milk wrapped chocolates segment, featuring a creamy ganache enclosed in a crisp shell that gives a satisfying snap with each bite. 73% of consumers said this item delivered a great overall experience. | $ 7.49 | 4.1 oz | ![]() | |
| Promise Confections / Edward Marc Brands | Edward Marc Chocolatier | Coconut Almond Truffle THiNS | Experience the ultimate Coconut Almond Truffle THiN. Each bite begins with a coconut flavored truffle center, enrobed in rich dark chocolate and crowned with delicate shaved almonds. with an irresistible depth of flavor and a remarcable finish, our Coconut Almond Truffle THiNs redefines indulgence | $ 6.99 | 6 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Cocoa Mousse | Decadence meets delicacy in this elevated chocolate experience. A whipped cocoa mousse center is enrobed in rich milk chocolate, creating a luxuriously light texture with deep cocoa depth. | $ 3.99 | 3.5 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Mixed Milk Chocolate Choco Cubes | Enjoy a delicious assortment of our Milk Chocolate Choco Cubes in one convenient stand-up bag. Featuring Choco Crisp, Whole Hazelnut, Double Caramel, and Chocolate Mousse, this variety pack offers a perfect bite for every chocolate lover. | $ 6.99 | 4.95 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Strawberry Crème | This bar pairs smooth milk chocolate with a luscious strawberry crème center, offering a sophisticated fruit-forward profile with just the right touch of sweetness. | $ 3.99 | 3.5 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Double Caramel Layers Choco Cubes | Smooth milk chocolate combines with layers of rich caramel in our Double Caramel Choco Cubes, offering a perfectly balanced bite every time. Presented in a sleek resealable bag, these bite-sized cubes make a premium gift or a delightful treat for any occasion. | $ 6.99 | 5.14 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Crispy Flakes | Smooth. Crunchy. Unforgettable. Our classic milk chocolate bar with a twist—crispy flakes scattered throughout each bite for the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy. | $ 3.99 | 3.5 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts Choco Cubes | A whole crunchy hazelnut coated in silky milk chocolate—our Milk Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts Choco Cubes deliver the perfect mix of texture and flavor. Packaged in a convenient stand-up bag, they're perfect for enjoying on the go or sharing with friends. | $ 6.99 | 4.95 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Dark Milk Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts Minis | Rich dark chocolate with crunchy whole hazelnuts, perfectly packaged in a resealable stand-up bag. Ideal for dark chocolate lovers to enjoy or share anytime. | $ 6.99 | 5.29 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Mixed Milk Chocolate Minis | Our mixed minis feature a trio of irresistible milk chocolate treats: Milk Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts, Alpine Milk Chocolate, and Milk Chocolate with Crispy Flakes. The resealable, stand-up bag make these minis a perfect choice for any occasion. | $ 6.99 | 5.29 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts Minis | This classic combination of creamy milk chocolate and crunchy hazelnuts delivers a rich, satisfying taste in every bite. Packaged in a resealable stand-up bag for enjoying solo or sharing with friends. | $ 6.99 | 5.29 oz | ![]() | |
| Ritter Sport USA | Ritter Sport USA | Milk Chocolate with Caramel Crisps & Pieces | Smooth milk chocolate infused with golden caramel pieces and a touch of sea salt, delivering a perfectly calibrated blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and savory. | $ 3.99 | 3.5 oz | ![]() | |
| Russell Stover Chocolates | Whitman's | Milk Chocolate Classic S'mores | Say goodbye to messy s'mores! Whitman's S'mores are the perfect blend of creamy milk chocolate, crunchy graham goodness, and fluffy marshmallow. Each piece is individually wrapped for an irresistible on-the-go treat anytime, anywhere! | $ 6.99 | 7.3 oz | ![]() | |
| Russell Stover Chocolates | Whitman's | Milk Chocolate Caramel S'mores | A sweet caramel twist to the classic s'more, Whitman's Caramel S'mores are the perfect blend of creamy milk chocolate, crunchy graham goodness, fluffy marshmallow, and rich caramel. Each piece is individually wrapped for an irresistible on-the-go treat anytime, anywhere! | $ 6.99 | 7.3 oz | ![]() | |
| Sprinkles CPG LLC | Sprinkles CPG | Sprinkles Cupcake Cups - S'mores | From Sprinkles Cupcakes comes Sprinkles Chocolate! Our Cupcake Cups are inspired by our iconic cupcake flavors and filled with the best part - frosting! S'mores brings the flavor of summer all year round! | $ 6.49 | 3.45 oz | ![]() | |
| TCHO Chocolate | TCHO Ventures, Inc. | TCHO Perfect Matcha | Perfect Matcha is a matcha oat milk white chocolate with a sweet strawberry filling. A global flavor with an American spin. Our #1 bar on TCHO.com, perfect for on-the-go indulgence. A GOLD medal Choco Awards winner and Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Organic, and Fair Trade. | $ 1.99 | 0.7 oz | ![]() | |
| Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. | Tootsie Roll | Junior Caramels Harvest-Maple | Junior Caramels, Maple-flavored caramels, are covered in creamy milk chocolate and are sure to melt in your mouth! Grab a bag this Fall and you can share with friends or snack by yourself. | $ 2.49 | 4.5 oz | ![]() |

















































































