Consumers in search of a premium dessert want to treat themselves to something special. The creamy premium yogurts in epicurean flavors are a wonderful fit for this type of "reward eating." Throughout Europe, the exotic fruit blends and dessert flavors with a natural milk-fat content of at least 3.5 percent are popular. Healthy yogurt is the basic component of these products, thus casting them in the same favorable light as dairy products. For a healthy treat, consumers reach for yogurt with bits of cake or yogurt desserts such as Black Forest Cherry Torte or Pomme Tarte Tatin.

Milk-based desserts also remain a favorite. Fruity additives provide a delicious boost, such as in Grütze, pudding, rice or semolina pudding, with a sauce base or topping. Soy desserts in pudding form or whipped soy cream are also leading the market. These products go perfectly with red or yellow Grütze.