Flavored Yogurt Market Report 2026

The flavored yogurt market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $64.31 billion in 2025 to $69.34 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in flavored dairy consumption, expansion of cold-chain distribution infrastructure, rising urban consumer demand for convenient nutrition, increased availability of flavored yogurt varieties, improved fermentation and processing techniques.

The flavored yogurt market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $95.08 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising health-conscious consumer preferences, increasing demand for functional and probiotic foods, expansion of plant-based dairy alternatives, growing innovation in flavor development, rising penetration of online grocery retail. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for probiotic-rich yogurt variants, rising popularity of low-sugar and clean-label formulations, growing adoption of plant-based and dairy-alternative yogurts, expansion of premium and functional flavor profiles, enhanced focus on texture and mouthfeel innovation.

The increasing health consciousness among consumers is expected to drive the growth of the flavored yogurt market. Health-conscious consumers (HCCs) are individuals who follow a wellness-oriented lifestyle and pay attention to nutrition and environmental factors. These consumers prefer healthier products, such as yogurt, which support digestive health and weight management. For instance, in June 2024, according to the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, 54% of Americans followed a specific diet or eating pattern over the past year. Interest in increasing protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023, reaching 71% in 2024. Additionally, roughly half of consumers aim to eat more fresh foods, widely considered the healthiest options. Therefore, the growing health consciousness among consumers is driving demand for flavored yogurt.

Key companies in the flavored yogurt market are focusing on innovative offerings such as chocolate shavings infusion to meet demand for fun and indulgent yogurt products during the summer season. Chocolate shavings infusion involves incorporating finely shaved chocolate into yogurt to enhance flavor and texture. For instance, in June 2023, Yoplait, a France-based yogurt manufacturer, launched two new products: Yoplait Original with Chocolate Shavings and Go-Gurt Freeze & Reveal tubes. Real chocolate shavings of strawberry, cherry, and raspberry were added to the yogurts, while the Go-Gurt tubes, when frozen, reveal images and messages, making them a playful and engaging snack for children.

In June 2025, Groupe Lactalis S.A., a French dairy company, acquired General Mills’ U.S. Yogurt Business for $1.2 billion. Through this acquisition, Lactalis USA aims to expand its footprint in the U.S. yogurt market and strengthen its dairy portfolio by adding established yogurt brands and production capacity. General Mills Inc., a US-based company, provides flavored yogurts through brands such as Yoplait, Oui, and high-protein options under YQ by Yoplait.

Major companies operating in the flavored yogurt market are Danone SA, Groupe Lactalis SA, Chobani LLC, Arla Foods AMBA, Emmi Nederland BV, Ultima Foods Inc., Nestlé SA, Sodiaal Union, Theo Müller Group, Parmalat SpA, Chi Limited, Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Private Limited, General Mills Inc., Stonyfield Farm Inc., Valio Ltd., Brown Cow Farm, Ellenos Real Greek Yogurt Co., FAGE International S.A., Forager Project LLC, Horizon Organic Inc., Icelandic Provisions Inc., Liberté Inc., Lifeway Foods Inc., Mountain High Inc., Nancy's Yogurt, Noosa Yoghurt.

Europe was the largest region in the flavored yogurt market in 2025. The regions covered in the flavored yogurt market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the flavored yogurt market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The flavored yogurt market consists of sales of naturally flavored yogurt, custard-style yogurt, blends of kiwi, watermelon, mint-flavored yogurt. 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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