# Veggie-Based Snack Cakes The New Garden Lites Veggies Made Great Cakes Include Three Tasty Flavors By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-12-27 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-lites-veggie-cakes References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/garden-lites-brand-introduces-new-veggie-cake-flavours/) & [veggiesmadegreat](https://www.veggiesmadegreat.com) A new collection of varieties have been announced as part of the Garden Lites Veggies Made Great range to help satisfy increased demand for [plant-based foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantastic-raspberry-chocolate-cake) for consumers to choose. The [gluten-free cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-swirl-cake-slices) are formulated to be perfect for breakfast, lunch or a snack and are also free from nuts and soy to make them applicable for consumers with allergies. The new cake varieties include Butternut Squash, Quinoa and Harvest Root, which come in packs of 12 and contain around 100 calories or less each. The new Garden Lites Veggies Made Great [snack cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonders-new-snack) are aimed at helping Americans increase their daily intake of vegetables given that only one in 10 are getting the recommended amount each day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Plant-based Foods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new plant-based food products that cater to the increased demand for healthier and sustainable options. - **Gluten-free Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative gluten-free snacks and baked goods that appeal to consumers with dietary restrictions and preferences. - **Healthy Snacking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent nutritious snack options that offer convenience and satisfy cravings without compromising on taste and quality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the food and beverage industry by developing innovative products that align with consumer demands for healthier and alternative options. - **Allergen-free Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish a new sector in the market by creating a range of products that cater to the needs of consumers with allergies, providing safe and enjoyable options. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the growing health and wellness market by offering innovative and nutritious snacks that promote a balanced lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Veggie-Packed Brownie Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great-brownie-bites.md) - [Frozen Veggie-Packed Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chip-blondie-bites.md) - [Crispy Plant-Based Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kall-veggie-cakes-sea-salt-cider-vinegar.md) - [Nutritionally Enhanced Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great1.md) - [Crispy Curry-Flavored Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thai-curry-veggie-cakes.md) - [Sweet Heat Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kall-sweet-chilli-veggie-cakes.md) - [Better-For-You Veggie Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hain-celestial-garden-veggie-snacks.md) - [Veggie-Infused Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-orchard-products.md) - [Dairy-Free Carrot Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooting-for-you-carrot-cake-slices.md)