# Chocolatey Avocado Puddings D'Avocado Makes Simple, Indulgent Snacks with Avocado & Cocoa By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-puddings References: [newhope](https://www.newhope.com/food-and-beverage/4-whole-food-snacks-chosen-registered-dietitian-natural-products-expo-east-2019) & [fromtheavocado](https://fromtheavocado.com/) D'Avocado makes simple and healthy [chocolate avocado puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jello-oat-milk-chocolate-pudding) as better-for-you whole-food snacks that are free from preservatives and filler ingredients. The snacks are made with just a few simple ingredients, including: avocado, cocoa, honey, vanilla, lemon, arrowroot and water. As such, the snack is naturally nut-free and gluten-free, and needs to be refrigerated to preserve its freshness. The nourishing, [plant-based avocado-based treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wholly-avocado) can be enjoyed in many different ways, as it can be spread over toast, frozen, blended into smoothies, mixed into breakfast bowls or spooned out of its cup for a satisfying on-the-go snack. At Natural Products Expo East, D’Avocado shared that it will soon be selling its [avocado chocolate cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passion-fruit-chocolate-cups) with gluten-free pretzels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Snacks:** D'Avocado's avocado chocolate puddings cater to consumers looking for better-for-you snack options. - **Plant-based Foods:** D'Avocado's use of avocado as the main ingredient highlights the growing trend of plant-based eating. - **Gluten-free:** D'Avocado's naturally gluten-free avocado chocolate cups appeal to consumers with gluten sensitivities or those looking to avoid gluten in their diet. ### Who This Affects Most - **Health Food:** D'Avocado's avocado chocolate cups cater to the growing demand for healthier snack options. - **Plant-based Food:** D'Avocado's use of avocado in its products aligns with the trend towards plant-based eating, appealing to vegetarians and vegans. - **Gluten-free Products:** D'Avocado's gluten-free avocado chocolate cups offer a snack option for consumers with dietary restrictions or looking to avoid gluten in their diet. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Avocado Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-dulce-de-leche-cupcake.md) - [Plant-Powered Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantpowered-pudding.md) - [Indulgent Plant-Based Ganaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-ganache.md) - [Veggie-Made Avocado Oil Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-health-veggie-snacks.md) - [Avocado Gelato Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelachos.md) - [Avocado-Based Cream Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yo-quiero.md) - [Stuffed Date Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-date-snacks.md) - [Allergy-Friendly Alt Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-pudding.md) - [Chocolate-Flavored Dessert Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-double-layers.md)