The weeks leading up to Christmas are a frenzy of baking, with prices for butter, sugar, and flour often remaining high due to demand. However, the moment the holiday passes, retailers are left with a glut of baking inventory that they need to clear out before the “New Year’s Diet” season begins in January. This creates a predictable and aggressive clearance cycle for specific dessert ingredients. Smart bakers know that late December is the absolute best time to stock the pantry for the rest of the winter.
