# Zero-Sugar Keto Cereals Catalina Crunch's Maple Waffle Cereal is Sweet Yet Has No Sugar Added By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-06-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keto-cereal References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2019/catalina-crunch-debuts-zero-sugar-maple-waffle-cereal/) & [ustalinacrunch](https://us.catalinacrunch.com/) [Catalina Crunch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalina-crunch-pairings) is expanding its cereal line to include a new Maple Waffle keto cereal that's sold in a resealable pouch package. The zero-sugar Maple Waffle cereal boasts a satisfying, buttery and sweet flavor yet boasts a [no-sugar-added recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holies-cereal) that's powered by plant-based fibers and all-natural ingredients. The gluten-free and grain-free cereals boast an extra crunch thanks to the fact that the brand's cereals are long-baked. Notably, Catalina Crunch shares that science has found crunchy foods to be more satiating and its [high-protein, high-fiber formula](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-fiber-cereal) helps people to feel fuller for longer. As well as specifically appealing to the keto community, the ready-to-eat cereals are also suitable for those who follow a specialty paleo, diabetic or vegan diet. The brand's breakfast cereals can conveniently be purchased as part of a monthly subscription. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Zero-sugar Cereals:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating more zero-sugar cereal options to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Keto-friendly Cereals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing keto-friendly cereals to tap into the growing keto diet trend. - **High-protein, High-fiber Formula:** Creating high-protein, high-fiber cereal options offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to target consumers looking for satiating and nutritious breakfast choices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can explore the potential of developing more zero-sugar and keto-friendly cereals to meet the demand of health-conscious consumers. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the trend by offering nutritional guidance and support for consumers following specialty diets, such as keto, paleo, diabetic, or vegan. - **Subscription Services:** Subscription service providers can explore partnerships with cereal brands to offer convenient monthly deliveries of specialty cereals to consumers following specific dietary requirements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Keto-Friendly Breakfast Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-berry-blast-cereal.md) - [Low-Sugar Fruit-Filled Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalina-crunch-pairings.md) - [Keto Pumpkin Spice Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pumpkin-spice-cereal.md) - [Nostalgic Keto-Friendly Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredibowl.md) - [Cinnamon Maple-Flavored Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-waffle-crisp.md) - [Single-Serve Keto Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cereal-in-a-bag.md) - [Hidden Superfood Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-waffle-crisp-cereal-by-kashi.md) - [Nostalgic Plant-Powered Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-cereal-brand.md) - [Bakery-Inspired Protein Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalina-crunch-strawberry-strudel.md)