Bauducco® and the SKIPPY® Brand Debut SKIPPY® Peanut Butter Chocottone®

The partnership reimagines the Italian holiday classic and kicks off an ongoing series of flavor innovations

MIAMI, Oct 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Peanut butter and chocolate – a timeless pairing that never fails. Now, Bauducco®, the world's largest producer of panettone, and the SKIPPY® brand, one of the world's most loved peanut butter brands, are celebrating that beloved combination with the debut of SKIPPY® Peanut Butter Chocottone® – a collaboration that brings the creamy richness of America's favorite peanut butter to Bauducco®'s iconic, sweet holiday loaf.

The SKIPPY® Peanut Butter Chocottone® layers rich, creamy peanut butter with the airy, chocolatey crumb of The One and Only™ Chocottone®, creating an indulgent, melt-together bite that feels at once familiar and entirely new. It's a flavor mashup that gives longtime Chocottone® fans and first-time tasters alike something to talk about, share and gift, well ahead of the traditional holiday rush.

Alongside the new peanut butter innovation, Bauducco® is introducing Pistachio Chocottone®, a smooth, nutty take on the classic treat that rounds out the new flavor lineup. The launch taps one of the biggest flavor movements in sweets and pastries today. Once a niche indulgence, pistachio has become a defining taste across desserts, and Bauducco® is bringing that sought after flavor to a beloved format.

"At Bauducco®, we're passionate about bringing moments of joy and celebration to the table," said Juliana Corá Bastos, Marketing, Trade Marketing & E-commerce Director, Bauducco International BU. "This partnership with the SKIPPY® brand invites American consumers to discover the Chocottone® in a way that feels personal and delicious, combining two globally recognized brands into something fresh and special. And this is just the beginning of what we have planned together – stay tuned for more exciting innovations."

The collaboration showcases Bauducco®'s evolving approach to the Chocottone® – moving beyond the traditional panettone to meet modern consumer tastes. The launch marks the first chapter in an ongoing collaboration between the two brands, with additional SKIPPY® product inspired creations planned for the future.

"Peanut butter is the star of countless holiday baking traditions, and the SKIPPY® brand is delighted to team up with another global icon to find new ways to spread joy," said Sam Hovick, brand manager for the SKIPPY® brand. "This collaboration is the perfect way to spread joy, whether sharing a loaf with loved ones for a special holiday breakfast or bringing it along on a visit to friends or family. Adding a spread of SKIPPY® peanut butter to a slice of Chocottone® makes a simple and delicious treat for the whole family."

The SKIPPY® Peanut Butter Chocottone® and Pistachio Chocottone® will be available beginning in October at major food and grocery retailers across the U.S.

About Bauducco®

Founded in Brazil in 1952 by an Italian immigrant, Bauducco® is one of the world's largest producers of baked goods, globally. Inspiring unforgettable moments with recipes crafted with innovation and passion, Bauducco®'s products are synonymous with The Feeling of Family. As a global company exporting to more than 50 countries, Bauducco® has been doing business in the U.S. for more than 20 years and has a national presence. Panettone, one of Bauducco®'s most iconic products, is a strategic player in the U.S. market, where the brand holds an 86% value share in this category. Bauducco® is the leading wafer producer nationwide. Bauducco®'s signature Panettones, Wafers, Chocobiscuits, Cookies and Toasts are sold in most major retailers across the U.S. To learn more, visit www.bauducco.com and follow @bauducco.us on Instagram.

About the SKIPPY® Brand

At its core, the SKIPPY^® peanut butter brand brings fun to life, building the trust and loyalty of peanut-butter fans since 1933. This commitment to quality has earned us our rightful place among America's favorite peanut butters. SKIPPY^® peanut butter, which was acquired by Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) in 2013, brings the perfect combination of sweet-and-savory peanut flavor to everything it touches. For more information on all SKIPPY^® products, visit peanutbutter.com.

About Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World's Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

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