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# Healthy Bark Recipes
This Butterscotch and Pumpkin Bark is a Healthier Fall Dessert Option

By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-10-26 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-recipe
References: [tasty-yummies](http://tasty-yummies.com/2015/10/26/real-food-halloween-treats/) & [noshandnourish](http://noshandnourish.com/content/healthy-fall-treats-butterscotch-pumpkin-bark)

This autumnal bark recipe contains real food, making it a [healthier Halloween option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unreal-halloween-variety-bag) compared to other fall treats. Created by the blog Nosh and Nourish, the butterscotch pumpkin bark contains the much-seen squash this time of year, plus warm and caramely butterscotch flavors.

To recreate this fun and seasonal bark recipe at home, you will need yummy ingredients such as dairy-free butterscotch chips (King David makes some), [pumpkin butter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hagendazs-pumpkin-spice), coarsely chopped or crushed pistachios, dried organic cranberries and pepitas (which are also known as pumpkin seeds).

The result is a delicious dessert you can enjoy all fall long. It is also sure to impress any guests you might entertain this season, or should you bring them to someone else's house.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.7/10
- Popularity: 10% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Real Food Bark:** Creating bark recipes using real food ingredients provides a healthier alternative to traditional fall treats.
- **Dairy-free Options:** Developing bark recipes that are free from dairy allows for a wider range of individuals to enjoy the dessert.
- **Seasonal Flavor Combinations:** Experimenting with unique seasonal flavors, such as butterscotch and pumpkin, can create a popular and innovative bark recipe.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can develop and market healthier bark recipes to cater to health-conscious consumers.
- **Alternative Ingredients:** The alternative ingredients industry can create and supply dairy-free butterscotch chips and other non-dairy options for bark recipes.
- **Snack and Dessert:** Innovations within the snack and dessert industry can incorporate seasonal flavors and unique combinations into bark recipes, appealing to consumers looking for new and exciting treats.

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