# Heritage Grain Chocolates Maestrani's Swiss Dark Chocolate Tablet Contains Amaranth & Blueberries By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-01-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-tablet References: [neuheiten.koelnmesse.net](http://neuheiten.koelnmesse.net/20/2019/us/products/view/product_id:37768/cat:43031) & [maestrani-schokolade.ch](http://www.maestrani-schokolade.ch/) Dark chocolate tablets are commonly set with various dried fruits and berries but this new creation from Maestrani introduces a heritage grain to the mix. The Maestrani Blueberries & Amaranth Tablet combines a base of dark Swiss chocolate with blueberry pieces and [crunchy, protein-packed amaranth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paktli). Thanks to its dark chocolate base, the bar is vegan, as well as free from gluten, as amaranth is a gluten-free grain alternative. While many consumers are familiar with the benefits of dark chocolate, a rise in plant-based eating has inspired the creation of [inventive dark chocolate confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfoodinfused-chocolate-bites) that cater to niche dietary needs and offer even more health benefits. At ISM, Maestrani will also be showing other chocolate tablets, such as the [Matcha & Mint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-delights) Tablet, which features vegan-friendly white chocolate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Heritage Grain Chocolates:** Using heritage grains in chocolate could attract a health-conscious consumer audience. - **Plant-based Chocolate Confections:** Creating plant-based chocolate treats can help companies cater to the growing number of consumers following a plant-based diet. - **Inventive Dark Chocolate Combinations:** Experimenting with various fruit, nut and grain combinations in dark chocolate can result in unique confections with potential market appeal. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Health Food:** Incorporating heritage grains and plant-based ingredients into chocolate products could establish a company as a leading maker of health food. - **Chocolate Manufacturing:** By developing unique chocolate combinations, manufacturers can attract a wider audience, increase sales and establish a competitive edge. - **Vegan Food:** Creating vegan chocolate products using alternative ingredients such as heritage grains can help companies penetrate the growing vegan food market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raw Goji Berry Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raw-chocolate-bar.md) - [Cocoa-Free Candy Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-the-future.md) - [Artisanal Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lderach-vegan-chocolate.md) - [Indulgent Cocoa-Free Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazer-taste-the-future-raspberry-dream.md) - [Botanical Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanical-chocolate.md) - [Functional Superfood Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-chocolates.md) - [Herbaceous Granola Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-tarragon-crisp.md) - [Minimalist Plant-Based Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-ritter-sport.md) - [Satiating Dark Chocolate-Covered Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolatecovered-snacks.md)