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Baskin-Robbins introduces two new cookie cakes for Father’s Day 2018

June 4, 2018

Banner Cookie Cake (Photo courtesy of Baskin-Robbins)

Bowtie and Suspenders Cookie Cake (Photo courtesy of Baskin-Robbins)

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is honoring dads nationwide this Father’s Day with a lineup of ice cream cakes that will satisfy every dad’s sweet tooth. Baskin-Robbins’ new Banner Cookie Cake and Bowtie and Suspenders Cookie Cake combine two popular sweet treats – cookies and ice cream – into one delectable dessert. Each cake features two 9″ chocolate chip cookie crusts with a layer of ice cream in between and is decorated with colorful icing and rainbow sprinkles.

These two new Cookie Cakes are part of Baskin-Robbins’ lineup for Father’s Day, which also includes returning favorites, The Cold One Cake and OREO® Triple Chocolate Cake. The Cold One Cake is shaped like a mug, and says cheers to Dad in a flavorful and frosty way, to help him kick back, relax and celebrate his day. The OREO® Triple Chocolate Cake is elegant and decadent, featuring an OREO® cookie-infused chocolate frosting, topped with a mouthwatering ganache and alternating layers of OREO® cookies, frosting rosettes and chocolate triangles.

“We know how much dads love ice cream, and this year’s wide variety of Father’s Day cakes gives our guests and their families even more options to celebrate Dad,” said Katy Latimer, Vice President of Culinary Innovation, Dunkin’ Brands. “We’re also excited to bring back Caramel Macchiato as our June Flavor of the Month, which can be included in any Father’s Day cake.”

Baskin-Robbins is also featuring Caramel Macchiato as the June Flavor of the Month. Caramel Macchiato is made with coffee-flavored ice cream, loaded with real espresso flakes and a salted caramel ribbon. This coffeehouse classic-inspired treat can be enjoyed in a cup, cone, a Sundae Shake or as a Cappuccino Blast® for even more coffee flavor on-the-go.

All of Baskin-Robbins’ Father’s Day ice cream cakes are fully customizable with Dad’s favorite ice cream flavor and are available for pre-order through June 17 for ordering both in-store and online at www.baskinrobbins.com/onlineordering. Through the Baskin-Robbins Mobile App, guests will also receive a coupon for $3 off any cake valued at $15 or more through Father’s Day.

Baskin-Robbins’ gift cards also make it easier than ever to get your loved ones the perfect treat for Father’s Day, graduation, birthdays and all other occasions.

For more information about Baskin-Robbins’ wide variety of premium ice cream flavors and frozen desserts, visit www.BaskinRobbins.com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/BaskinRobbins), Twitter (www.twitter.com/BaskinRobbins) or Instagram (www.instagram.com/BaskinRobbins).

OREO is a trademark of Mondelēz International group, used under license.

About Baskin-Robbins
Named a top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine’s 38th annual Franchise 500® ranking in 2017, Baskin-Robbins is the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium hard scoop ice cream, a full range of beverages, and a delicious lineup of desserts including custom ice cream cakes, the Polar Pizza® Ice Cream Treat and take-home ice cream quarts and pints, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 7,900 retail shops in 54 countries worldwide. Baskin-Robbins was founded in 1945 by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,300 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit https://www.baskinrobbins.com/.

Baskin-Robbins launches Sundae Shakes and Floral Stripe Cakes

May 1, 2018

Baskin-Robbins Sundae Shakes (Photo courtesy of Baskin-Robbins)

Baskin-Robbins Floral Stripe Cake (Photo courtesy of Baskin-Robbins)

The following is a press release from May 1, 2018:

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is shaking things up at locations nationwide with the launch of its new Sundae Shakes. Available beginning today, Sundae Shakes combine the best of two classic ice cream treats, a milkshake and a sundae, into one delicious frozen treat. Sundae Shakes feature a milkshake base and are topped with an ice cream scoop with all the toppings of a classic sundae, including whipped cream, chopped nuts and a cherry. Sundae Shakes are customizable with any milkshake and ice cream flavor combination.

Baskin-Robbins is also honoring moms this Mother’s Day with the launch of its new Floral Stripe Cake. Featuring stripes of different shades of pink and an elegant rosette design, the Floral Stripe Cake is available in a 6″ round, 9″ round and Mini Tiered Cake option, and can be customized with mom’s favorite cake and ice cream flavors, including the returning May Flavor of the Month, Mom’s Makin’ Cookies™. This flavor is inspired by all of the best ingredients from Mom’s homemade cookies, including brown sugar-flavored ice cream filled with chocolate chip cookie pieces, chocolate-flavored chips and a cookie dough batter-flavored swirl. The Floral Stripe Cake is available for pre-order both in-store and online at www.baskinrobbins.com/onlineordering.

“Our guests are like family and we love being a part of their special moments. That’s why we’re excited to celebrate moms everywhere with a Mother’s Day-inspired product lineup that includes our new Floral Stripe Cake and May Flavor of the Month, Mom’s Makin’ Cookies,” said Katy Latimer, Vice President of Culinary Innovation, Dunkin’ Brands. “Guests can also enjoy our new Sundae Shakes, which allow them to experience a milkshake and a sundae all in one decadent dessert. They’ll never have to choose between a milkshake and sundae again.”

Baskin-Robbins also offers gift cards for all occasions, making it easier than ever to get your loved ones the perfect treat for all May holidays, including Mother’s Day and Teacher Appreciation Day. Finally, Baskin-Robbins invites guests to visit participating shops nationwide on May 31 to enjoy all regular and kids-sized scoops for $1.50* as part of its Celebrate 31 promotion.

*Offer valid on May 31st. Participation may vary. Scoop offer good on every size scoop. All listed flavors are optional amongst Baskin-Robbins’ stores. Waffle cones and toppings are extra. Cannot be combined with other offers. Plus applicable tax.

About Baskin-Robbins
Named a top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine’s 38th annual Franchise 500® ranking in 2017, Baskin-Robbins is the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium hard scoop ice cream, a full range of beverages, and a delicious lineup of desserts including custom ice cream cakes, the Polar Pizza® Ice Cream Treat and take-home ice cream quarts and pints, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 7,900 retail shops in 54 countries worldwide. Baskin-Robbins was founded in 1945 by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,300 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit https://www.baskinrobbins.com/.

Food Network debuts ‘Dallas Cakes’

April 2, 2018

"Dallas Cakes" (Photo courtesy of Food Network) — “Dallas Cakes” (Photo courtesy of Food Network)

The following is a press release from Food Network:

Everything is big and over-the-top in Dallas, especially the cakes! Beginning on Monday, April 30th at 10:30pm ET/PT, Dallas Cake viewers will follow the best Dallas-area bakers as they transform their clientele’s wildest imaginations into extraordinary customized confections. In each of the ten half-hour episodes, three outrageously talented bakers conceive, create and deliver incredible, edible works of art using cake, frosting, incredible imagination and skill. From an impressive Game of Thrones wedding cake featuring an intricate cake topper of a dragon wrapped around the iron throne, to a Back to the Future DeLorean car cake with working headlights, and to a gigantic oil derrick cake that spews chocolate, these Dallas Cakes are always top tier.

“Viewers devour our baking-themed Monday night line-up, and Dallas Cakes is the cherry on top of our dessert-filled programming,” said Courtney White, Senior Vice President, Programming, Food Network, Travel Channel and Cooking Channel. “Audiences will be captivated by the expert baking techniques and decorating skills used in every detail of these unique, jaw-dropping cakes – each one living up to Dallas’ larger-than-life reputation.”

See how these one-of-a-kind cakes come together at FoodNetwork.com/DallasCakes and browse photo galleries, videos and much more. Use the hashtag #DallasCakes on social media to let us know which cake is your favorite.

Dr Pepper Cake debuts from Cafe Valley Bakery

June 2, 2017

Café Valley Bakery's Dr Pepper Cake — Café Valley Bakery’s Dr Pepper Cake (Photo courtesy of Café Valley Bakery)

The following is a press release from Café Valley Bakery:

Café Valley Bakery, a leading bakery product producer, is partnering with a legendary soda brand to expand its existing soda cake lineup with a Dr Pepper Cake. The new cake will join an array of soda cakes including 7UP, Orange Crush, and A&W Root Beer, and will be unveiled at the upcoming International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show in Anaheim, California, June 2 – 6 at booth 3901. The new flavor will be available in grocers nationwide in June with a suggested retail price of $5.99 per package.

Made with real Dr Pepper, the soda cake is exploding with the spicy taste of the popular soft drink made from a unique blend of 23 flavors.

“Our partnership with Dr Pepper will guarantee consumers the real, genuine soda taste, just as delicious as our other fun soda cake flavors,” said Brian Owens, chief executive officer of Café Valley. “This cake features premium ingredients and the high-quality taste our customers have come to expect. We look forward to bringing the latest delightful flavor and enjoyable experience home to your family.”

In addition to releasing the latest cake to their soda cake line at the upcoming IDDBA show, new coffee cake bites will also be revealed. Ideal for on-the-go snacking, the coffee cake bites will be available in Triple Chocolate, Triple Cinnamon, Real Lemon and Wild Blueberry. The bites will be available at retailers following IDDBA for a suggested retail price of $3.99 per twelve-pack. Café Valley will also introduce delicious, thaw and sell, coffeehouse quality Chocolate Croissants that will be available following the IDDBA at retailers for a suggested retail price of $3.99 per four-pack.

These new product launches represent a response to growing demand for Café Valley’s signature, ready-to-eat products and the increased interest in a diverse variety of uniquely flavored baked goods.

In other Café Valley news, the company has announced the appointment of Brian Owens as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Owens succeeds Larry Polhill, Café Valley’s current CEO and President, who assisted in taking the company from a regional bakery to a leading national brand and global supplier during the past 12 years.

Brian Owens brings more than 20 years of leadership, sales and growth experience in the bakery industry. He most recently served as CEO of Minneapolis-based Le Petit Pain where he managed three major acquisitions and integrations while tripling sales over a three-year period. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President of Business Development at Los Angeles-based Aryzta AG, where he established a successful continuous improvement program across 23 North American bakeries. He also served as the Co-President of the Il Fornaio Bakery division and managed a successful sale of the business to Aryzta.

Owens is an MBA graduate of Stanford University and holds a BA as an Echols Scholar from the University of Virginia.