Sara Lee Frozen Bakery has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Spokane, Washington-based pie maker Cyrus O’Leary’s Pies. The transaction is the latest in a series of initiatives at Sara Lee Frozen Bakery aimed at growing its presence in the in-store bakery (I.S.B.) category, which began last August with the acquisition of Superior Cake Products, Inc.

ARYZTA North America is adding a third line to its Otis Spunkmeyer frozen cookie dough production to meet increased demand.

King's Hawaiian has announced that it has settled a lawsuit over packaging that the company claimed infringed on its intellectual property rights.

Belleville, N.J.-based Orthodox Baking Co. has recalled packages of Oberlander Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Kokosh Cake due to undeclared almond paste.

Athens Baking Company is recalling Trader Joe’s Harvest Whole Wheat Bread sold in five states due to an undeclared allergen.

The strategic acquisition comes on the heels of Hostess’s recent innovation efforts to extend its offerings.