These Apple Cheddar Potato Granola Bars Tout a Unique Ingredient Combination
Laura McQuarrie — September 3, 2016 — Lifestyle
References: cupcakeproject
Oats, nuts, dried fruits, dates and nut butter are a few ingredients that are commonly found in snack bars, but this recipe for 'Chewy Apple Cheddar Potato Granola Bars' from the Cupcake Project forgoes most of them.
As the Cupcake Project recipe was developed for the Idaho Potato Commission, potatoes are a main ingredient in these snack bars, alongside unsweetened applesauce and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. This combination creates a dense snack bar that's sure to satisfy one's hunger and desire for good taste.
With their eyes on health, many consumers are looking for food products that replace traditionally sweet ingredients with savory ones. As a result, food manufacturers have the opportunity to respond to these consumer desires to experiment by making unique ingredient substitutions.
As the Cupcake Project recipe was developed for the Idaho Potato Commission, potatoes are a main ingredient in these snack bars, alongside unsweetened applesauce and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. This combination creates a dense snack bar that's sure to satisfy one's hunger and desire for good taste.
With their eyes on health, many consumers are looking for food products that replace traditionally sweet ingredients with savory ones. As a result, food manufacturers have the opportunity to respond to these consumer desires to experiment by making unique ingredient substitutions.
Trend Themes
1. Savory Snack Bars - Food manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of replacing traditionally sweet ingredients with savory ones in snack bars.
2. Unique Ingredient Substitutions - Food manufacturers have the opportunity to respond to consumer desires to experiment by making unique ingredient substitutions in snack bars.
3. Health-conscious Consumers - With their focus on health, consumers are seeking snack bars with alternative ingredient options.
Industry Implications
1. Food Manufacturing - Food manufacturers can respond to the trend of unique ingredient substitutions in snack bars.
2. Health and Wellness - The health-conscious consumer trend presents opportunities for the health and wellness industry in snack bar innovation.
3. Snack Food - The savory snack bar trend opens up possibilities for innovation in the snack food industry.
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