Alter Eco's Portioned 'Truffle 3-Packs' Boast Sustainable Ingredients
Laura McQuarrie — July 30, 2018 — Eco
References: alterecofoods & projectnosh
Alter Eco recently launched a new set of chocolate snack packs that help consumers to indulge mindfully with sensible portions and nourishing ingredients. The Truffle 3-Packs for the Sea Salt, Mint Crème and Salted Caramel Truffles have the potential to help curb overindulgence and satisfy on-the-go sweet cravings.
The chocolates themselves are made with an outer shell of dark Ecuadorian chocolate and a combination of cacao, creamy milk and pure coconut oil on the inside. As sustainability is key for the brand, the use of coconut oil is significant as a replacement for palm oil. The truffles are also free from other ingredients, including soy, artificial flavors and emulsifiers.
A growing number of forward-thinking brands are making a point to emphasize palm oil-free snack formulas, as the controversial ingredient poses a threat to rainforests and the many species that thrive within them.
The chocolates themselves are made with an outer shell of dark Ecuadorian chocolate and a combination of cacao, creamy milk and pure coconut oil on the inside. As sustainability is key for the brand, the use of coconut oil is significant as a replacement for palm oil. The truffles are also free from other ingredients, including soy, artificial flavors and emulsifiers.
A growing number of forward-thinking brands are making a point to emphasize palm oil-free snack formulas, as the controversial ingredient poses a threat to rainforests and the many species that thrive within them.
Trend Themes
1. Mindful Snacking - Opportunity for brands to create portioned snack packs that promote mindful consumption and satisfy cravings on-the-go.
2. Sustainable Ingredients - Brands can capitalize on the use of sustainable ingredients like coconut oil as alternatives to controversial ingredients, such as palm oil.
3. Palm Oil-free Formulas - Increasing demand for palm oil-free snack options presents an opportunity for brands to create innovative alternatives that are environmentally-friendly.
Industry Implications
1. Food Packaging - Innovative packaging solutions can be developed to create portioned snack packs that are convenient for on-the-go consumption.
2. Organic Food - Organic food brands can focus on using sustainable ingredients and promoting mindful snacking to capture the growing market demand.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - Developing manufacturing processes that prioritize the use of sustainable ingredients like coconut oil can help reduce the negative environmental impact of food production.
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