Recipe Pecan Market Report 2025

The recipe pecan market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.23 billion in 2024 to $2.39 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in the food and beverage industry, health and nutrition awareness, regional and cultural preferences, marketing and promotion efforts, availability, and harvesting practices.

The recipe pecan market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.14 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for healthy snacks, gourmet and specialty cuisine, a shift towards plant-based diets, culinary influencers, and celebrity endorsements. Major trends in the forecast period include diversification in culinary usage, the rising popularity of plant-based ingredients, innovation in recipe development, culinary fusion and experimentation, and health-conscious consumer choices.

The growing demand for plant-based products is expected to drive the growth of the recipe pecan market in the future. Plant-based products are made from ingredients derived from plants and include items like plant-based meat alternatives, dairy-free milk and cheese, and vegan desserts. As consumer awareness of plant-based options increases, the demand for these products is rising. Pecans, being a plant-based product, are rich in calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which can help lower blood pressure, further boosting the recipe pecan market. For instance, in May 2024, ProVeg International, a Germany-based nonprofit organization, reported that the percentage of people following a pescatarian, vegetarian, or vegan diet increased from 35% in 2021 to 38% in 2023, with flexitarians showing the most significant growth. Thus, the rising demand for plant-based products is fueling the growth of the recipe pecan market.

The expanding foodservice industry is expected to contribute to the growth of the recipe pecan market. The foodservice industry, encompassing businesses and institutions that prepare and serve meals outside the home, offers opportunities for incorporating pecans into diverse recipes. Pecans, with their distinctive taste, nutritional value, and versatility, can cater to evolving consumer preferences and culinary trends. According to the National Restaurant Association, the foodservice sector was projected to generate $997 billion in revenue in 2023, with an anticipated addition of 500,000 jobs, reaching pre-pandemic levels of employment with 15.5 million. The growth in the foodservice industry is a driving force for the recipe pecan market.

Major companies in the recipe pecan market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as pecan nut milk, to meet the rising demand for plant-based alternatives. Pecan nut milk is a plant-based milk substitute made from pecans, typically produced by blending pecans with water and straining the mixture to remove solids. For example, in January 2024, Pecana, an Austin-based pecan shelling company, launched a new line of pecan nut milk that initially includes two flavors: Unsweetened PecanMilk and Unsweetened Vanilla PecanMilk. This innovative product is shelf-stable, gluten-free, and vegan, made with a high concentration of premium pecans to deliver a rich and creamy texture. Founded by Kortney Chase, who has strong ties to pecan farming, Pecana aims to provide a delicious and sustainable option in the growing plant-based milk market.

Major companies in the recipe pecan market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as the pecan crunch oatmilk latte, to meet the rising demand for dairy-free options while capitalizing on the growing popularity of pecans. The pecan crunch oatmilk latte is a coffee beverage that blends espresso with oat milk, flavored with pecan syrup or essence, and typically features a crunchy topping, such as candied pecans or pecan bits. For example, in September 2024, Starbucks Corporation, a US-based café company, introduced the Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte as part of its 2024 fall menu. This new beverage combines Starbucks Blonde Espresso with oat milk, pecan flavoring, rich brown buttery notes, and holiday spices, topped with a pecan crunch. It can be ordered hot or iced, and customers have the option to enhance it with a salted pecan cream cold foam. This addition complements other seasonal favorites like the Pumpkin Spice Latte, aiming to evoke the warmth of holiday gatherings.

In April 2024, Pecan Nation, a US-based company offering a wide range of delicious and nutritious pecan products, collaborated with South Georgia Pecan Company. This partnership aims to strengthen the connection between growers and processors, allowing both companies to deliver high-quality products across various retail channels, including grocery and convenience stores. South Georgia Pecan Company, also based in the US, provides a diverse array of high-quality recipe pecan products.

Major companies operating in the recipe pecan market include Green Valley Pecan Company, Hudson Pecan Company Inc., John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc., La Nogalera Group SA de CV, Lamar Pecan Company, Maco Pecan SA de CV, National Pecan Company, Navarro Pecan Company, Oliver Pecan Company Inc., San Saba Pecan LP, South Georgia Pecan Company, Sun City Nut Company Inc., Whaley Pecan Company Inc., Atwell Pecan Company, Durham-Ellis Pecan Company, Golden Kernel Pecan Company, Greenbrier Pecan Company, Hill Country Pecan Company, Indianola Pecan House, Koinonia Farm Pecans, Lenny's Pecans, Millican Pecan Company, Missouri Northern Pecan Growers, Pearson Farm, Pecan Deluxe Candy Company, Pecan Grove Farms, Royalty Pecan Farms, Valley Pecans Products Inc., J & W Pecan Company, New Mexico Pecan Company, Pecan House, Pecan Ridge Plantation, Pecan Shoppe, Pecan Valley Pecans.

North America was the largest region in the recipe pecan market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global recipe pecan market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the recipe pecan market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the recipe pecan market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A pecan recipe involves the preparation of a dish using pecans, which are oblong edible nuts obtained from the fruit of a tall tree characterized by a thin shell. Pecan recipes are not only flavorful but also offer nutritional benefits as pecans contain calcium, magnesium, and potassium. These nutrients contribute to lowering blood pressure and supporting overall health.

There are two main types of pecans used in recipes in-shelled and shelled pecans. In-shelled pecans refer to pecan nuts that are still encased in their hard outer shell or husk. This outer shell serves to protect the nut from moisture and oxidation. In-shelled pecans are available through various distribution channels, both online and offline. These pecans find applications in various culinary endeavors, including direct consumption, confectionery, and bakery creations.

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The recipe pecan market consists of sales of recipes of pecan such as savory dishes, pecan pie, pecan bars, pecan pralines, and other products. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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