# Avocado-Based Ice Cream 'Cado' Makes Dairy-Free Cold-Pressed Avocado Ice Cream By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-01-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-ice-cream References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BAEAQxvCAXw/) & [cadoicecream](http://cadoicecream.com/products/) Avocado is commonly used to create simple [plant-based puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-farmers-market-series), but few people realize that it can also create flavorful avocado ice cream desserts. In order to enhance the dairy-free and vegan dessert options on the market, a brand called 'Cado' is now producing tubs of avocado-based ice cream filled with flavors like mint, lemon and chocolate. In addition to its base of avocado, the non-dairy avocado ice cream is sweetened with a variety of [natural ingredients like organic cane sugar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denada), vanilla extract or chocolate. While there are now plenty of [vegan ice cream products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-dairy-free-decadence-series) on the market that attempt to emulate the taste and texture of dairy-based ice cream as closely as possible, brands like Cado are turning to nature to provide healthy and flavorful new options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 27% | 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Avocado-based Desserts:** Opportunity to capitalize on avocado as an alternative ingredient in desserts and sweets, entering a market with healthier and natural options. - **Plant-based Options for Desserts:** There is a growing demand for innovative dessert options that are free from animal-based ingredients, this trend has experienced significant growth in the past few years. - **Healthy Organic Ingredients for Ice Cream:** Consumers are more health-conscious and are looking for healthier options for their favorite snacks, such as ice cream, this trend presents an opportunity to use organic ingredients. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The rise of demand for plant-based diets and lifestyles has opened opportunities for companies to provide innovative plant-based food options. - **Organic Food Industry:** Opportunity to use organic ingredients in making ice cream and other desserts, creating a market for consumers looking for healthier food options. - **Dairy-free Food Industry:** As more people adopt dairy-free lifestyles or are lactose intolerant, there is an opportunity for companies to provide alternative options, such as avocado-based ice cream. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chickpea-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-make-from-chickpeas.md) - [Cauliflower-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-based-ice-cream.md) - [Chocolate Almondmilk Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-frozen-dessert.md) - [Legume-Based Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-kitchen-plant-based-ice-cream.md) - [Rice-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rice-creamery.md) - [Allergen-Friendly Dairy-Free Ice Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscoop.md) - [Plant-Based Dessert Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-de-creme.md) - [Hemp-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hemp-based-ice-cream.md) - [Legume-Based Ice Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-kitchen-ice-cream.md)