# Plant-Based Boxed Noodle Dishes KD NotMacandCheese is Arriving in Canada By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-03-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kd-notmacandcheese References: [canadify](https://canadify.com/2024/03/12/the-kraft-heinz-not-company-debuts-kd-notmacandcheese-plant-based-innovation-from-canadas-iconic-brand/) & [kraftheinzcompany](https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com)  KD NotMacandCheese has been created by The Kraft Heinz Not Company as a plant-based take on the classic Kraft Dinner for consumers in Canada to pick up soon. The product was created in collaboration between The Kraft Heinz Company and TheNotCompany, Inc. in response to increasing demand for plant-based fare. The product will come in two varieties including Original and White Cheddar, which both have a dairy-free formulation to help consumers of all ages enjoy the signature cheesy taste of Kraft Dinner without the cheese. The KD NotMacandCheese pasta is being launched alongside the new KD Gluten-Free, which was developed following a petition that saw 15,000 loyal Kraft Dinner fans urging the brand to create a gluten-free variation of the classic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Plant-based Convenience Foods:** Opportunity for brands to innovate with plant-based alternatives in convenient meal solutions. - **Gluten-free Product Expansion:** Expanding product lines to cater to specific dietary needs can drive customer loyalty and market growth. - **Collaborative Product Development:** Strategic partnerships can lead to the creation of unique offerings that meet evolving consumer demands. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the growing trend towards plant-based and gluten-free options. - **CPG (consumer Packaged Goods):** CPG companies have the opportunity to diversify their portfolios by introducing innovative plant-based and gluten-free products. - **Food Technology:** Advancements in food technology can support the development of new plant-based and gluten-free food formulations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheesy Vegan-Friendly Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-mac-cheese6.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Macaroni Meal Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-notmac-cheese-cups.md) - [Vegan Mac and Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft.md) - [Dairy-Free Instant Macaronis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiya-mac-cheese.md) - [Fried Chicken-Flavored Macaroni](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kd-kfc-original-recipe-flavour-mac-n-cheese.md) - [Gourmet Dairy-Free Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiya-deluxe-mac-cheeze.md) - [Chicken Recipe Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-recipe-flavor.md) - [Vegan Cheese Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notcheese-american-style.md) - [Macaroni-Colored Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-dinnerware-collection.md)