# Italian Gelato Truffles Tartufi Combines Two Gelato Flavors and Contrasts Textures By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-03-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-truffles References: [foodanddrinktechnology](https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/41080/crosta-mollica-launch-italian-gelato-truffles/) & [mobile.twitter](https://mobile.twitter.com/crostamollica/status/1499769290450509831/photo/1)  From wood-fired pizzas to piadina flatbreads, Crosta & Mollica is known for its savory Italian goods and it is venturing into a new category with the debut of Tartufi Italian gelato truffles. These generously sized gelato truffles combine two gelato flavors and contrast smooth layers with an outer crumb. The hand-rolled and coated desserts are being introduced in varieties like [Pistachio & Almond](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-pistachio-fior-di-latte-gelato) with a pistachio crumb; Chocolate & Hazelnut with a dark cocoa and hazelnut nib crumb; and Caffè Latte with a light cocoa and almond biscotti crumb. Two Tartufi are included per box, which makes them the perfect shareable treat for two. With these three new SKUs, the brand is introducing [traditional frozen Italian dessert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sammontana-gelati-allitaliana) to UK customers, knowing that there's an increased demand for Italian cuisine among Brits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Italian Gelato Innovation:** There is an opportunity for gelato manufacturers to create unique flavor combinations with contrasting textures like Tartufi's gelato truffles. - **Sustainable Gelato Packaging:** As the demand for gelato truffles increases, there is a disruptive innovation opportunity for manufacturers to develop eco-friendly packaging solutions. - **Customizable Gelato:** Innovative gelato shops could take Tartufi's concept a step further by offering customers the ability to customize the flavors and textures of their gelato truffles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gelato Manufacturing:** Tartufi's gelato truffles have introduced a new product line within the gelato manufacturing industry, presenting opportunities for expansion and increased market share. - **Frozen Dessert Packaging:** As the demand for gelato truffles increases, there is a disruptive innovation opportunity for packaging manufacturers to develop eco-friendly and innovative packaging solutions for the frozen dessert industry. - **Specialty Food Retailers:** Retailers who specialize in gourmet and specialty foods could consider adding Tartufi's gelato truffles to their product offerings to tap into the increased demand for Italian cuisine among consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Italian Gelato Truffle Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosta-mollica-tartufi.md) - [Authentic Italian Gelato Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosta-mollica-gelato.md) - [Frozen Italian Dessert Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-dessert-range.md) - [Fruit-Filled Sorbetto Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-filled-sorbetto-shells.md) - [Prepackaged Frozen Italian Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosta-mollica-tiramis.md) - [Ice Cream-Honoring Chocolate Truffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neapolitan-ice-cream-truffles.md) - [Coffee-Flavored Dessert Truffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindor-tiramisu.md) - [Summertime Italian Food Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosta-mollica1.md) - [Globally Inspired Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talenti-frozen-treats.md)