# Protein-Rich Ice Pops Frios Plus Protein Pops Have Up to 17-Grams of Protein Per Service By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-06-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frios-plus References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/frios-gourmet-pops-unveils-frios-plus-collection/) & [friospops](https://friospops.com)  More consumers than ever are keeping an eye on their [protein intake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bell-pro), which is seeing brands create products that make it both easy and delicious to hit their nutritional goals as seen with the new Frios Plus Protein Pops. The [ice pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-dipped-sticks) were inspired by elderly care patients who needed a way to boost their intake of protein beyond the usual [protein shakes and supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pints-flavor). The product is also great for children who are undergoing or recovering from treatment or doing a long stay at a hospital, and features up to 17-grams of protein per serving. CEO Cliff Kennedy commented on the Frios Plus Protein Pops saying, "I couldn’t be any happier to announce the launch of Frios Plus after years in the making. With Frios Plus, we’re not just launching an exciting new product for our customers, but opening up an entirely new demographic for our Happiness Hustlers [franchise owners]. This is just the beginning of a great new line of innovation that brings excitement to both our franchise owners and their communities.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 41% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Functional Frozen Treats:** Frozen snacks are evolving into functional foods, offering health benefits beyond mere snacking by integrating ingredients like protein. - **Personalized Nutrition Solutions:** Brands are tailoring products to meet specific nutritional needs of diverse demographics such as the elderly and children in medical care, leading to more personalized consumption experiences. - **Convenient Protein Sources:** As consumers look for alternatives to traditional protein supplements, convenient on-the-go options like protein-rich ice pops are emerging to fit dynamic lifestyles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Health-focused Desserts:** The dessert industry is seeing health-focused innovation, combining indulgence with nutritional benefits to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Elderly Nutrition:** There is an increased focus on developing nutrient-rich food products that cater specifically to the dietary needs of the aging population. - **Children’s Health Foods:** The market for children's health foods is expanding, with products designed to meet the nutritional requirements of young patients in medical settings gaining traction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit-Based Protein Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pops.md) - [Fruity Protein Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-ice.md) - [Refreshing Protein Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pop.md) - [Freeze-Dried Protein Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezedried-protein-ice-cream.md) - [Ice Cream Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-protein-bars.md) - [Lightly Carbonated Protein Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pop-plus.md) - [Functional Popsicle Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popoff.md) - [High-Fiber Protein Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-ice-cream-range.md) - [Satiating High-Protein Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-ice-cream.md)