# Bite-Sized Empanada Snacks Brazi Bites' Protein-Rich Frozen Empanadas are Free From Gluten and Soy By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-03-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empanada-snacks References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4027-debuting-at-natural-products-expo-west#2) & [brazibites](https://brazibites.com/) [Brazi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brazi-bites) Bites got its start by producing a gluten-free version of a popular Brazilian cheese bread and it is now introducing frozen empanada snacks that also cater to the same audience. The all-new [gluten-free empanadas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genius-gourmet-protein-puffs) are set to be launched in Chicken & Cheese, Beef & Black Bean, Black Bean & Cheddar and Chickpea Veggie varieties that contain eight grams of protein per serving and no soy or artificial ingredients. From frozen, the empanadas can be baked in the oven until the savory pastry turnovers become crispy and ready to eat. These ready-to-bake breaded products from Brazi Bites help to satisfy the demand for mainstream snacks that are not just free from gluten but also [globally inspired and packed with protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fy-bites). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gluten-free Snacks:** The success of Brazi Bites' gluten-free empanadas highlights the trend for gluten-free snacks that are both flavorful and protein-rich. - **Ready-to-bake Products:** The convenience and ease-of-use of the frozen empanadas indicate a trend towards ready-to-bake products that cater to busy and health-conscious consumers. - **Ethnic-inspired Snacks:** The launch of Brazi Bites' empanadas showcases a growing trend for globally-inspired snacks that offer bold and unique flavor profiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Frozen Food Industry:** There is an opportunity for disruption in the frozen food industry by creating more gluten-free, protein-rich and globally-inspired products like Brazi Bites' empanadas. - **Health Food Industry:** The health food industry can seize the opportunity to create more ready-to-bake snacks that are not just nutritious but also easy to prepare and tasty. - **Gluten-free Food Industry:** The gluten-free food industry can innovate and differentiate its products by creating unique and ethnic-inspired snacks that cater to specific dietary needs and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bite-Sized Pizza Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brazi-bites.md) - [Cheesy Frozen Bread Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everything-brazilian-cheese-bread.md) - [Crispy Cheesy Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-waffle.md) - [Twice-Baked Cheese Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassavida.md) - [Stuffed Cauliflower Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-bite.md) - [Gluten-Free Tempura Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feel-good-foods-crispy-chicken-bites.md) - [Stuffed Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-bites1.md) - [Gluten-Free Frozen Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-easy.md) - [South Asian-Style Protein Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musafir.md)