The new Perkier quinoa bars have been unveiled by the brand as a free-from snack option for consumers who are looking to stave off hunger between meals and even enhance their gut health.
Infused with five grams of chicory root per bar, the snack has prebiotic benefits and contains six grams of protein, less than 140 calories and less than five grams of added sugar. The snack bars are also 100% free from palm oil, wheat, gluten and dairy to make them ideal for consumers who avoid these ingredients.
The new Perkier quinoa bars come in two flavor options including Cacao & Orange and Cacao & Salted Caramel which were touted by Brand Founder Anne Perkins who said, "We are super excited to be launch another breakthrough innovation. So tasty, and yet we know we’re packing in so much goodness, to help deliver both mental and physical wellbeing for our lovely consumers to feel truly perky."
Chicory Fiber-Infused Snack Bars
The New Perkier Quinoa Bars Have a Premium Nutritional Profile
Trend Themes
1. Free-from Snack Options - The rise of free-from snack options presents an opportunity for brands to cater to consumers with specific dietary needs and preferences.
2. Prebiotic Benefits - The inclusion of chicory root and its prebiotic benefits in snack bars highlights the growing demand for gut health-focused products.
3. Breakthrough Innovations - The development of nutritionally dense snack bars with unique flavor profiles presents an opportunity for brands to differentiate themselves in the market.
Industry Implications
1. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the demand for free-from and gut health-focused snack options.
2. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can benefit from creating innovative snack bars with premium nutritional profiles and unique flavors.
3. Alternative Ingredients - The alternative ingredients industry can explore the use of chicory root and other prebiotic ingredients to develop functional and healthy snack products.