The India dry cakes and cookies market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.00% in the forecast period of 2025-2034.
Large Enterprises Segment to Account for a Significant Market Share of the India Dry Cakes and Cookies Industry
Based on enterprise size, the large enterprises segment is predicted to possess a significant market share of the dry cakes and cookies industry in India. This can be attributed to the growing penetration of domestic manufacturers in the region. The increased demand for dry cakes and cookies has led to a rise in popularity of already established brands such as Britannia and Parle across the country. This is due to the ability of these firms to maintain customer loyalty by offering superior quality products. In addition, the growing investments in the development of innovative flavours are also predicted to attract consumers in the forecast period.
The rising disposable incomes, improved living standards, and changing consumer lifestyles are the major factors driving the growth of the dry cakes and cookies industry in India. This can be attributed to the growing consumer demand for new variants of cookies and cakes with innovative flavours.
In addition, the growing health consciousness among consumers is driving the demand for baked goods made using healthy ingredients, such as multigrain cookies, oatmeal cookies, and dry cakes made with dry fruits. Thus, the availability of cookies that are easy to digest is also predicted to aid the market growth in the coming years. Additionally, the hectic schedule of the working population is leading to an increased adoption of packaged products, such as dry cakes, that are ready-to-consume while also being delicious and nutritious. This is anticipated to bolster the market growth in the forecast period.
Large Enterprises Segment to Account for a Significant Market Share of the India Dry Cakes and Cookies Industry
Based on enterprise size, the large enterprises segment is predicted to possess a significant market share of the dry cakes and cookies industry in India. This can be attributed to the growing penetration of domestic manufacturers in the region. The increased demand for dry cakes and cookies has led to a rise in popularity of already established brands such as Britannia and Parle across the country. This is due to the ability of these firms to maintain customer loyalty by offering superior quality products. In addition, the growing investments in the development of innovative flavours are also predicted to attract consumers in the forecast period.
Changing Consumer Eating Habits Across the Country to Aid the India Dry Cakes and Cookies Industry
The changing consumer eating habits are predicted to drive the demand for premium quality cookies and dry cakes in the forecast period. This can be associated with the improved packaging quality deployed by the leading manufacturers utilising attractive designs while also ensuring a prolonged shelf-life of the product. Furthermore, the rising disposable incomes and the improved living standards of consumers are also projected to augment the market growth in the forecast period.Dry Cakes and Cookies: Market Segmentation
Dry cakes and cookies refer to baked consumer goods that are available across the market. These come in a wide variety of flavours such as chocolate and vanilla, along with fruit flavours such as mango, orange, and others. These are consumed as a popular snack among consumers in the region, especially accompanied by the evening tea, as they not only offer great taste but also provide healthy options such as multigrain cookies and others.The India cookies industry is divided by pack size into:
- Up to 100 g
- 100 g to 250 g
- 250 g to 500 g
- 500 g to 900 g
- Above 900 g
On the basis of pack size, the India dry cakes industry can be segmented into:
- 200 g to 300 g
- 300 g to 500 g
- Above 500 g
Based on enterprise size, the market can be categorised into:
- SMEs
- Large Enterprises
The regional markets for the product include:
- Maharashtra
- Tamil Nadu
- Uttar Pradesh
- Gujarat
- Karnataka
- West Bengal
- Rajasthan
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Madhya Pradesh
- Kerala
- Delhi
- Haryana
- Bihar
- Punjab
- Odisha
- Assam
- Chhattisgarh
- Jharkhand
- Uttarakhand
- others
The rising disposable incomes, improved living standards, and changing consumer lifestyles are the major factors driving the growth of the dry cakes and cookies industry in India. This can be attributed to the growing consumer demand for new variants of cookies and cakes with innovative flavours.
In addition, the growing health consciousness among consumers is driving the demand for baked goods made using healthy ingredients, such as multigrain cookies, oatmeal cookies, and dry cakes made with dry fruits. Thus, the availability of cookies that are easy to digest is also predicted to aid the market growth in the coming years. Additionally, the hectic schedule of the working population is leading to an increased adoption of packaged products, such as dry cakes, that are ready-to-consume while also being delicious and nutritious. This is anticipated to bolster the market growth in the forecast period.
Key Industry Players in the India Dry Cakes and Cookies Market
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the India dry cakes and cookies market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:- Parle Products Pvt. Ltd.
- Britannia Industries Limited
- Anmol Industries Ltd.
- SAJ Food Products (P) Ltd
- ITC Limited
- Monginis Food Pvt Ltd
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 India Dry Cakes and Cookies Market Analysis
6 Regional Analysis
7 Market Dynamics
9 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Parle Products Pvt. Ltd.
- Britannia Industries Limited
- Anmol Industries Ltd.
- SAJ Food Products (P) Ltd
- ITC Limited
- Monginis Food Pvt Ltd
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 139 |
| Published | July 2025 |
| Regions Covered | India |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 6 |
