# Popping Boba Fruit Snacks The Del Monte Bubble Fruit Gel Cups Come in Three Flavors By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-05-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-fruit-gel-cups References: [drugstorenews](https://drugstorenews.com/news-briefs/2024-05-29?article=del-monte-shakes-snack-aisle-bubble-fruit-gel-cups) & [delmonte](https://www.delmonte.com)  The Del Monte Bubble Fruit Gel Cups are a new series of convenient, fruit-forward treats for consumers to try out this spring and summer that prioritize a textural experience. The fruit cups feature chunks of fruit floating in [fruit gel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiggly-fruit-snacks) that are paired with popping boba to further increase the textural nature of the treats. The fruit cups come in three flavors including Peach Strawberry, Apple Watermelon and Pineapple Tropical, which each come in packs of four servings. The Del Monte Bubble Fruit Gel Cups are priced at $3.39 and are arriving now at retailers in the US for shoppers to pick up. The snacks build on the popularity of popping boba and textural refreshments to enhance relevance for today's consumer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Textural Food Innovations:** There is an increasing consumer demand for multi-textured foods that enhance the eating experience. - **Fruit-forward Snacks:** Health-conscious consumers are driving the market for snacks that highlight natural fruit flavors. - **Popping Boba Integration:** The incorporation of popping boba into various snacks is creating unique and exciting flavor profiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Packaged Foods:** Companies within the packaged foods industry are focusing on innovative textural elements to attract health-minded shoppers. - **Snack Foods:** The snack foods industry is experiencing a shift toward products that combine traditional snack elements with novel textures and flavors. - **Retail Food:** Retailers are expanding their offerings of multi-textured, fruit-based snacks to meet evolving consumer preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tri-Textured Fruit Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-fruit-gel.md) - [Exotic Fruit Boba Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-pineapple-poppers.md) - [RTD Boba Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boba-in-a-can.md) - [Vitamin-Filled Fruit Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-pure-snacks.md) - [Textural Dragonfruit QSR Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-fruit-blueberry-poppers.md) - [Tropical Fruit-Only Dessert Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-fruit-bowls.md) - [Bubble Tea-Inspired Jelly Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angel-delight-bubble-jelly.md) - [Popping Pearl Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inoteas-pobble.md) - [Refreshing Fruit-Packed Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-monte-freeze-pops.md)