Yorkshire-based Regal Food Products Group Plc has acquired manufacturer Just Desserts for an undisclosed sum.

The food manufacturer is responsible for brands such as Regal Bakery, Regal Foods and Yorkshire Baking Company.

Established in 1985 in Shipley, West Yorkshire, Just Desserts produces a range of over 130 desserts and cakes, including tarts, cheesecakes and gateaux. The company’s range is already established within various restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.

Younis Chaudhry, CEO of Regal Food Products Group Plc said: “We immediately recognised a business that presented itself with opportunity, not just for us as a food group but also for our customers.

“New product development and innovation has always been at the forefront of our work and bringing Just Desserts and its team of craft bakers into the fold enables us to offer flexibility and the scope to develop the growing range of quality products that are on offer within the retail and wholesale sector. Further developments will also see the high-quality desserts available through ecommerce platforms.”

Chaudhry added: “We are extremely proud to be scaling our portfolio beyond the circle of Regal founded brands and branching out to becoming new owners of Just Desserts – a bakery that harnesses true craftsmanship within the confectionery industry.”

James O’Dwyer, managing director of Just Desserts said: “We are delighted and excited to be joining the Regal Foods family and know that the Just Desserts brand and all the team behind its success are in the best possible hands to ensure its future growth and prosperity. It really is exciting times ahead.”