# Cake-Inspired Protein Packets This Almond Butter Snack Provides a Boost of Protein on the Go By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-01-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-butter-snack References: [vitaminshoppe](http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/p/chocolate-fudge-fluffbutter-squeeze-pack-10-packs/dsn1005) & [dnaturals](http://dnaturals.com/) In order to make the process of eating an almond butter snack easier than spreading it over toast, drizzling it over fruit or packing it into energy balls, D's Naturals created [individual packets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-protein-ball-co-multipack) of its Chocolate Fudge Fluffbutter. The name of the snack may sound indulgent, but the snack is a vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free way to fuel up, while also getting a dose of protein. The fortification in this snack from from the addition of [rice and pea protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-peanut-butter), which is simply added to the spreadable, or squeezable almond butter formula. In addition to being able to eat this D's Natural product by the packet, the [protein-rich Chocolate Fudge Fluffbutter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genius-gourmet-skippy) is also sold by the jar more more convenient eating at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Protein Snacks:** The trend towards convenient and portable protein snacks such as individualized packets will continue for busy people seeking healthy options on the go. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** The use of alternative plant-based protein sources like pea and rice could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for the food industry as more people seek out vegan and vegetarian options. - **Indulgent Yet Healthy Snacks:** People are looking for indulgent, fun, and innovative snack options that are still healthy and ingredient-conscious. This trend creates opportunities for companies to create unique snack offerings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** This industry can benefit from using plant-based protein sources and creating innovative snack options as people increasingly seek out healthy and convenient food options. - **Fitness and Wellness:** As more and more people prioritize their health and wellness, the fitness industry can benefit from offering portable protein snack options to satisfy nutritional needs on the go. - **Packaging Industry:** The need for convenient, individualized protein packets creates an opportunity for packaging companies to create sustainable, eco-friendly packaging options that are also easy to use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grab-and-Go Nut Butter Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilled-nut-seed-butter-bars.md) - [Decadent Nut-Based Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realsy-nut-butter-dates.md) - [Breakfast-Themed Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trek-peanut-butter-protein-flapjack.md) - [Chocolatey Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fulfils-protein-snacks.md) - [Convenient Nutritional Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotts-protein.md) - [Chickpea-Powered Chocolate Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-beans-protein-cream.md) - [Indulgent Protein Brownies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-chocolate-protein-brownies.md) - [Whey-Boosted Peanut Butters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitcream.md) - [Protein Peanut Butters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-peanut-butter.md)