This statistic shows the results of a survey conducted in the United States in November 2016. U.S. consumers were asked what they usually prepare for their home-cooked meals. During the survey, 33 percent of the respondents aged 18 to 29 years answered that they usually prepare dessert.
Home-cooked meals: types of food and beverages U.S. consumers prepare 2016, by age group
Characteristic
18-29 years
30-49 years
50-69 years
70 years and older
Main course
88%
89%
96%
98%
Water/softdrinks
60%
60%
69%
70%
Dessert
33%
33%
32%
31%
Starter
30%
27%
14%
11%
Wine/beer
21%
23%
21%
14%
Cocktails/longdrinks
7%
10%
7%
5%
0%25%50%75%100%125%
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