# Chickpea Cookie Mixes The Amazing Chickpea’s Mix Makes Nut-Free, Gluten-Free Cookies By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-03-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-cookie References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2020/the-amazing-chickpea-introduces-chickpea-butter-cookie-mix-and-chickpea-fudge-brownie-mix/) & [theamazingchickpea](https://www.theamazingchickpea.com/2020/02/29/coming-soon-chickpea-mixes/) The [Amazing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greens-blend-mood) [Chickpea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-make-from-chickpeas) is introducing two new Chickpea Dessert Mixes, including a chickpea cookie mix that’s nut-free, gluten-free and a healthier take on a comforting treat. The Chickpea Butter [Cookie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grainfree-protein-cookie) Mix provides three to four grams of protein and 140 calories per serving, offering an alternative that has the potential to support those following a particular diet or lifestyle out of preference or necessity. Making the allergy-friendly cookies only calls for a few fresh ingredient additions like butter, or margarine, and water. Even without peanuts and tree nuts, the chickpea-based cookies are said to have a nutty flavor profile. Alongside the Chickpea Butter Cookie Mix, The Amazing Chickpea is also introducing a Chickpea Fudge Brownie Mix as another better-for-you take on baked goods. Image Credit: The Amazing Chickpea ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nut-free Baked Goods:** Opportunity for creating innovative nut-free alternatives to traditional baked goods using alternative ingredients like chickpeas. - **Gluten-free Desserts:** Potential for developing gluten-free dessert options that cater to individuals with gluten sensitivity or dietary restrictions. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to incorporate alternative protein sources like chickpeas into mainstream food products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Baking Mix Industry:** Opportunity for baking mix companies to expand their product offerings by introducing nut-free and gluten-free options that cater to a wider consumer base. - **Health Food Industry:** Growing market potential for health food brands to capitalize on the demand for allergen-free and healthier dessert alternatives. - **Plant-based Food Industry:** Innovation opportunity for plant-based food companies to incorporate chickpeas and other alternative protein sources into their product lines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soft-Baked Free-From Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-chip-cookies.md) - [Peanut Flour Baking Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pb2-pantry.md) - [Extra-Chocolatey Cookie Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-chocolate-chip-cookie-mix.md) - [Nourishing Chickpea Brownies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-brownies.md) - [Protein-Packed CPG Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-protein-cookie.md) - [Upcycled Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chip-crispy-cookies.md) - [Chickpea-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-make-from-chickpeas.md) - [Grain-Free Chickpea Oatmeals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-free-chickpea-oatmeal.md) - [Chickpea-Powered Chocolate Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-beans-protein-cream.md)