Chocolate-covered almonds are by no means difficult to find in the confectionery aisle of a store, but Skinny Dipped Almonds is looking to reinvent these nut-based snacks as permissible indulgences. Like many other snack brands, Skinny Dipped Almonds does roast its almonds and coat them in chocolate, but it sets itself apart by also finishing them with a "whisper of cocoa, espresso or pure raspberry." As a result, the chocolate-covered almonds dusted with a layer of powder boast a reduced sugar content and promise to be both healthy and indulgent.
Rather than ignoring their sweet tooth, consumers who strive to seek a balance between indulgence and health are turning to snacks that have been reformatted with smaller serving sizes and better-for-you ingredients.
Cocoa-Dusted Almonds
'Skinny Dipped Almonds' are Dipped in Chocolate and Espresso or Raspberry
Trend Themes
1. Reinvented Snack Formats - Opportunity to create new versions of popular snacks that cater to health-conscious consumers.
2. Reduced Sugar Indulgences - Creating snacks with reduced sugar content that appeal to consumers seeking balance between indulgence and health.
3. Powdered Coatings - Innovating with dusted powder coatings to add flavor and enhance the eating experience of snacks.
Industry Implications
1. Snack Food Industry - Manufacturers can capitalize on the desire for healthier snack options by creating reformatted versions of popular snacks.
2. Confectionery Industry - Opportunity to develop chocolate-covered treats with alternative coatings, such as cocoa, espresso, or raspberry powder.
3. Health Food Industry - Creating permissible indulgences with reduced sugar content aligns with the demand for healthier food options.