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South Africa Cake Market Size & Outlook, 2022-2030

The cake market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 574.8 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 3% is expected of South Africa cake market from 2023 to 2030.
Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$454.1
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$574.8
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
3.0%
Report Coverage
South Africa

South Africa Cake Market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

South Africa Cake Market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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South Africa cake market highlights

  • The South Africa cake market generated a revenue of USD 454.1 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 574.8 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3% from 2023 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, dessert cakes was the largest revenue generating product in 2022.
  • Cupcakes is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Cake market data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 454.1 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 574.8 million
Growth rate3% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentDessert cakes
Fastest growing segmentCupcakes
Historical data2018 - 2021
Base year2022
Forecast period2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationCupcakes, Sponge Cakes, Dessert Cakes
Key market players worldwideCampbell Soup Company, Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV ADR, Britannia Bulk Holdings Inc, JM Smucker Co, McKee Foods Corporation, Balconi, Monginis, Bake'n Joy Foods


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 0.7% of the global cake market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa cake market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • South Africa is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 574.8 million by 2030.

The growing demand for innovative and unique taste experiences in South Africa and a desire for convenience and variety encourage emerging players to diversify beyond traditional cakes, offering a wider range of dairy products and baked goods to cater to varying preferences.

In April 2021, Lancewood, a South African cheese maker, announced the launch of the "Piece o’ Cake" cheesecake mix, allowing consumers to whip up a delicious cheesecake without any baking experience or equipment. The cheese maker expanded its portfolio and included two flavors, Caramel and Plain (New York-style baked cheesecake), and the mix comes pre-prepared in a tub. 

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Cake Market Companies

NameProfile# EmployeesHQWebsite
Britannia Bulk Holdings IncView profile 366Dexter House, 2 Royal Mint Court, London, United Kingdom, EC3N 4QN-
Campbell Soup CompanyView profile 10001+Camden, New Jersey, United States, North Americawww.campbellsoupcompany.com/
Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV ADRView profile 148,868Prolongacion Paseo, De la Reforma No 1000, Col. Pena Blanca Santa Fe, Mexico, MEX, Mexico, 01210www.grupobimbo.com
JM Smucker CoView profile 5,800One Strawberry Lane, Orrville, OH, United States, 44667-0280www.jmsmucker.com
McKee Foods CorporationView profile 5001-10000Collegedale, Tennessee, United States, North Americawww.mckeefoods.com/
BalconiView profile 51-100Nerviano, Lombardia, Italy, Europewww.balconidolciaria.com/#
MonginisView profile 1001-5000Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Asiawww.monginis.net
Bake'n Joy FoodsView profile 51-100North Andover, Massachusetts, United States, North Americabakenjoy.com

South Africa Cake Market Outlook

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Dessert Cakes was the largest segment with a revenue share of 54.81% in 2022.

Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa cake market based on cupcakes, sponge cakes, dessert cakes covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.




The growing demand for innovative and unique taste experiences in South Africa and a desire for convenience and variety encourage emerging players to diversify beyond traditional cakes, offering a wider range of dairy products and baked goods to cater to varying preferences.

In April 2021, Lancewood, a South African cheese maker, announced the launch of the "Piece o’ Cake" cheesecake mix, allowing consumers to whip up a delicious cheesecake without any baking experience or equipment. The cheese maker expanded its portfolio and included two flavors, Caramel and Plain (New York-style baked cheesecake), and the mix comes pre-prepared in a tub. 

  • South Africa Cake Market Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Cupcakes
    • Sponge Cakes
    • Dessert Cakes
    • Others
  • South Africa Cake Market Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Foodservice
    • Retail

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