Shortly into the pandemic, Otis Spunkmeyer frozen cookie dough pucks became available through Amazon Fresh. At that point, the company’s only option was to sell the 6-lb box of frozen cookie dough pucks — the size typically available in Costco stores — but between the consumer longing for what they couldn’t get and the overwhelming need to stockpile, people scooped them up.

Today, most schools are back in session. That means fundraising is back, and cafeterias will be buzzing once again.

In fact, Aspire Bakeries’ analyst data is predicting a 77% bounce-back in school foodservice spending this year, even over 2019 levels.

“While schools recover, Otis Spunkmeyer is helping school operators provide safely handled foods for their students,” said Daniele Bianchini, director of marketing at Otis Spunkmeyer.

The brand is also paying attention to changes in other markets. Bianchini noted that the biggest changes she has seen in the foodservice space, in addition to last year’s shutdowns, have included the increases in drive-through, carryout/curbside and third-party delivery services.

“Our food has to be compatible with the shift in how consumers purchase and indulge in our foods,” Bianchini said. Some of these shifts include a focus on food safety, health and wellness, and take and bake products.

The re-established company that is Aspire Bakeries serves as an umbrella of innovation and growth into the future as it encompasses these beloved brands known for healthy, high-quality, safe and comforting foods.

“I believe we will all come out of this stronger, Prociv said. “Our foods will continue to be a part of consumers’ lives.”