# Porky Plant-Based Chocolate Bars The H!p Figs in Blankets Chocolate Bar Has No Dairy or Meat By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-12-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figs-in-blankets-chocolate-bar References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/h-p-debuts-seasonal-figs-in-blankets-chocolate-bar) & [hipchocolate](https://hipchocolate.com)  The classic UK appetizer pigs in a blanket come as the inspiration for the new H!p Figs in [Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pigs-in-blankets-mac-cheese) chocolate bar that aims to deliver the signature taste with a decidedly sweet profile. The [plant-based chocolate bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-chocolate-bars) features no dairy or meat with an oat milk-based recipe that's infused with both figs and a [salty vegan bacon seasoning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-bacon-style-strips). The bar these boasts a sweet, salty flavor profile that's perfect for consumers of all ages to enjoy this holiday season or as a stocking stuffer for gifting occasions. Founder James Cadbury commented on the H!p Figs in Blankets chocolate bar saying, "While the prospect of mixing figs with plant-based bacon flavouring raised a few eyebrows initially, it was clear after the first taste-test that we’d hit the sweet spot." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 31% - 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Sweets:** Plant-based sweets are transforming traditional candy recipes by incorporating alternative ingredients such as oat milk, figs, and vegan bacon seasoning. - **Flavor Fusion Desserts:** Flavor fusion desserts blend unexpected combinations like sweet and salty profiles, offering consumers unique and delightful taste experiences. - **Holiday-themed Chocolates:** Holiday-themed chocolates inspired by classic appetizers capture consumer interest by evoking festive nostalgia with innovative taste profiles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Plant-based Foods:** The plant-based foods industry continually evolves, offering new products like non-dairy chocolate bars that cater to vegan and health-conscious consumers. - **Specialty Confectionery:** Specialty confectionery brands are pushing the envelope by creating innovative treats that incorporate unusual flavorings and themes. - **Gourmet Gifts:** Gourmet gifts markets see increasing demand for unique, high-quality products such as artisanal plant-based chocolate bars tailored for festive occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fig-Themed Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figs-in-blankets.md) - [Shareable Oat Milk Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-mlk-chocolate.md) - [Festive Plant-Based Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happi-free-from-oat-milk-chocolates.md) - [Plant-Based Easter Chocolate Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-easter-eggs.md) - [Plant-Based Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harken-sweets.md) - [Festive Flexitarian Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-mlk-chocolate-range.md) - [High-Quality British Pork Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-jolly-hog.md) - [Oat Milk White Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-crunch-white-chocolate-bar.md) - [Limited-Edition Festive Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindt-hello-soft-creamy-hazelnut.md)