# Crispy Cookie Dessert Snacks The Almondina Toastees are Made with Non-GMO Ingredients By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almondina-toastees References: [delimarketnews](https://www.delimarketnews.com/snacks/almondina-announces-certified-non-gmo-almondina-toastees/jordan-okumura/thu-09282017-1138/5083) & [almondina](https://almondina.com/) Crispy and crunchy cookies are seeing a surge in popularity amongst many consumer demographics, so the Almondina Toastees have been crafted to offer a more natural way to enjoy the new snack variety. The baked snacks are made with non-GMO ingredients, contain no added fat or salt and are free from dairy and preservatives. Each of the [crispy cookie crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-salt-pretzel-snackers) contain just 10 calories each. The new Almondina Toastees can be enjoyed in a guilt-free manner and come in three flavor options including Cranberry Almond, Sesame Almond and [Coconut Orange Almond](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-coconut-almond-bites). Each one speaks to a need for more delicious yet [natural snack and food options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookies-creme-cookie-poppers) in the prepackaged market to satisfy consumers who are snacking over eating a set number of meals each day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Surging Popularity of Crispy Cookies:** Crispy and crunchy cookies are gaining popularity among consumers, creating a demand for innovative snack options. - **Natural and Healthy Snack Options:** Consumers are seeking more natural and healthier snack choices, presenting an opportunity for brands to create guilt-free alternatives. - **Preference for Prepackaged Snacks:** Consumers are shifting towards snacking over traditional meal consumption, driving the need for convenient and delicious prepackaged snack options. ### Where This Applies - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can capitalize on the surging popularity of crispy cookies by developing new and innovative snack options. - **Health Food Industry:** The health food industry can meet the demand for natural and healthier snack options by creating guilt-free alternatives to traditional snacks. - **Prepackaged Food Industry:** The prepackaged food industry can tap into the preference for snacks by developing convenient and delicious prepackaged snack options to cater to consumer needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artisan-Baked Almond Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinaddictives.md) - [Crispy Clean-Label Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxines-heavenly-crispy-cookies.md) - [Plant-Based Mini Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-free-cookie-bites.md) - [Crispy Almond Flour Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-flour-crisps.md) - [Nutritious Soft-Baked Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatmeal-cranberry-cookies.md) - [Artisan Double-Baked Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-crisps.md) - [Artisan Flavored Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-almonds-1.md) - [Gluten-Free Graham-Style Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grahamstyle-snacks.md) - [Organic Graham-Style Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marys-gone-kookies.md)