This new range of So Delicious Dairy Free cheese alternatives have been unveiled by Danone North America to offer consumers an easier way to incorporate plant-based cheese products into their lifestyle. The products are reported to have a rich, creamy texture that comes in a number of formats to make it well-suited for recipes or straight snacking. This includes shreds, slices and spreads, which are all free from gluten, dairy and soy as well as Non-GMO Project Verified.
The sliced and shredded So Delicious Dairy Free cheese alternatives will be launching nationwide in the US market starting this month at retailers such as Walmart, Target, Market Basket, Hannaford and Fresh Thyme. The cream cheese-style spreads will be available for purchase starting in March.
Expansive Plant-Based Cheese Ranges
The So Delicious Dairy Free Cheese Alternatives are Versatile
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Cheese Alternatives - Increasing consumer demand for plant-based products presents opportunities for companies to create innovative, versatile and tasty cheese alternatives
2. Gluten-free and Non-gmo - Growing concerns about dietary restrictions and ingredient sourcing present opportunities for companies to develop products that are free from gluten, dairy and soy as well as non-GMO verified
3. Convenient Formats - Consumer desire for more convenient and easy-to-use products creates opportunities for companies to produce cheese alternatives that come in a variety of formats, such as shreds, slices and spreads
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Retailers - The introduction of these plant-based cheese alternatives into major retailers presents opportunities for increasing revenue and tapping into the growing demand for plant-based products
2. Food Manufacturing - Developing innovative plant-based products that meet dietary restrictions can provide an edge in a competitive industry and appeals to a growing consumer demographic
3. Foodservice Industry - Offering plant-based cheese alternatives on menus and in recipes can cater to the increasing demand for plant-based options and meet dietary restrictions of customers