Natural Products Expo West trend preview: Sweet and savory grab-and-go snacks
Plant-based innovation is taking the snack aisle by storm.
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Beanfields’ grain-free, vegan, navy bean–based cracklins are flavorful to the max and textured just right to mimic crunchy morsels of deep-fried pork rinds. These cracklins are baked rather than fried and are gluten free, allergen free and kosher certified. SRP: $3.69; Booth 5358
Who would’ve thought that this delicious take on the classic peanut butter cup contains kale, tomato, celery, kelp, carrot and spinach? Just like Perfect Snacks’ other offerings, this line of peanut butter cups is high in healthy fats while its low glycemic status helps consumers stay fuller for longer. We love the Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt SKU for satisfying salty-sweet cravings while remaining a better-for-you choice. SRP: $2.79/2-pack; Booth 4977
PigOut’s Pigless Pork Rinds transform trendy pea protein, rice and pea grits into a gluten- and cholesterol-free alternative to your average barbecue-flavored chip. And with 25 grams of protein per bag, consumers will feel satiated and energized. The cute pig mascot won’t hurt sales either. SRP: $3.99; Booth H201
Bobo’s newest gluten-free snack bar is impressively rich in protein thanks to organic whole-grain rolled oats, almonds, pea protein crisps and hemp hearts. Bobo’s sweetens the bar with date paste and organic honey instead of cane sugar, making it perfect for the rising number of consumers looking to cut down on refined sugar. This is one of four flavor varieties. SRP: $2.49; Booth 5284
Betty Lou’s delectable CBD-infused take on the classic protein ball has massive appeal for consumers aiming to incorporate more CBD into their lives—note, the CBD in this product is derived exclusively from oranges. Dark chocolate nuggets, cashews, raisins and pea protein blend together to tackle hunger in a wholesome, long-lasting way—anytime, anywhere. SRP: $4.59; Booth 800
Betty Lou’s delectable CBD-infused take on the classic protein ball has massive appeal for consumers aiming to incorporate more CBD into their lives—note, the CBD in this product is derived exclusively from oranges. Dark chocolate nuggets, cashews, raisins and pea protein blend together to tackle hunger in a wholesome, long-lasting way—anytime, anywhere. SRP: $4.59; Booth 800
The ability to grab and go is what makes a snack a snack. But today’s snack category is driven by a range of sweet and savory foods that not only satisfy hunger but also offer hidden veggies, superfood ingredients and clean, plant-based proteins. The products featured below align with “optimized diets” and “eat more plants”—two top trends embodied by snack and dessert brands at Expo West.
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