# Allergy-Friendly Cookie Doughs Chocolate Chip and Sugar Cookie Dough is Egg-Free & Gluten-Free By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-01-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chip-and-sugar-cookie-dough References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2024/whoa-dough-showcases-gluten-free-allergen-friendly-chocolate-chip-and-sugar-cookie-dough-at-winter-fancy-food-show/) & [whoadough](https://www.whoadough.com/)  At the 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show, [Whoa Dough](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergy-friendly-cookie-dough) shared the newest addition to its product portfolio, Whoa Dough Chocolate Chip and Sugar Cookie Dough, and sampled the [ready-to-eat cookie dough](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spooners-cookie-dough) at the event. Beyond being egg-free, the recipe is also made without nuts, soy and dairy, offering a safer alternative to conventional raw cookie dough that appeals to all ages and snackers with [food allergies and dietary restrictions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/every-body-eat-cookie-bites). “By introducing our cookie dough, we’re catering to the needs of individuals with gluten intolerance and appealing to a broader audience seeking tasty, versatile, and healthier snacks," says Whoa Dough founder Todd Goldstein, "Whether enjoyed raw or baked, this mouth-watering cookie dough allows snack enthusiasts to enjoy in their preferred way." This versatile, gluten-free and allergen-friendly cookie dough is useful for snacking as well as baking, in which case a pouch provides enough dough to make nine cookies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Allergen-friendly Treats:** The growing demand for allergen-free products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for food companies to create new offerings that cater to individuals with dietary restrictions and food allergies. - **Egg-free Alternatives:** The development of egg-free recipes opens up possibilities for creating a wider range of delicious and safe food products that can be enjoyed by those with egg allergies or preferences. - **Versatile Snacking Options:** The rise of versatile snacks that can be enjoyed in multiple ways, whether raw or baked, provides an opportunity for innovative brands to offer convenient and customizable snacking experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can capitalize on the growing demand for allergen-free products by developing new recipes and expanding their product lines to cater to individuals with dietary restrictions. - **Bakery:** Bakeries can explore the use of egg-free alternatives in their recipes to create a wider range of treats that are safe and enjoyable for those with egg allergies or preferences. - **Snack Food:** Snack food companies can tap into the trend of versatile snacking options by developing and marketing products that can be enjoyed in different ways, providing a customizable snacking experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Allergy-Friendly Cookie Doughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergy-friendly-cookie-dough.md) - [vegan Ready-to-Bake Cookie Doughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytobake-cookie-dough1.md) - [Portable Edible Cookie Doughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whoa-dough.md) - [Clean-Ingredient Cookie Doughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doughy.md) - [Soft-Baked Free-From Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-chip-cookies.md) - [Allergy-Safe Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergysmart.md) - [Easy-to-Prepare Gluten-Free Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-cookie-dough.md) - [Cookie Dough Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whoa-dough-bars.md) - [Allergen-Free Hotel Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergyfriendly-chocolate-chip-cookie.md)