# Creamy Milk-Free Chocolates Fellow Creatures Recreates Milk Chocolate Without Dairy By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-07-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-free-chocolate References: [fellowcreatures](https://www.fellowcreatures.co.uk/collections/choc-bars/products/ultimate-selection-box)  Vegans and non-dairy consumers often find themselves limited to bitter dark chocolate, but innovative plant-based brands like [Fellow Creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-series) craft delicious milk chocolate alternatives that deliver on creaminess without dairy. The brand's 100% [plant-based chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambiante-chocolate-flavor) makes the most of ingredients like cane sugar, cacao beans, cacao butter and nuts in its ethically sourced, gluten-free, palm oil-free vegan Swiss chocolates. Standout varieties include Matcha White Chocolate made with finely ground, richly pigmented matcha powder and lemon oil to balance its earthy taste, and the savory-sweet Salted Caramel or [Creamy Hazelnut Chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-hazelnut-praline-bar) for fans of chocolate with crunchy bits. Consumers are increasingly open to exploring indulgent, animal-free alternatives to traditional milk chocolate, recognizing that milk is not essential for creating deliciously satisfying treats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 25% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 Chocolate Varieties:** Ethically sourced ingredients and innovative flavors like Matcha White Chocolate and Salted Caramel expand the plant-based market. - **Non-dairy Indulgence:** Consumers seeking indulgent sweets are turning to creamy, milk-free alternatives that do not compromise on taste or texture. - **Ethical and Sustainable Sweets:** Brands offering gluten-free, palm oil-free, and vegan products appeal to an eco-conscious audience prioritizing sustainability and ethics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Vegan Food Products:** The rise of vegan chocolate underscores the growing market for innovative, plant-based food alternatives. - **Specialty Snacks:** Specialty snack segments include creamy, non-dairy chocolates that cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences. - **Ethical Sourcing:** The emphasis on ethically sourced, high-quality ingredients fuels growth in the ethical consumerism industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artisanal Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lderach-vegan-chocolate.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Belgian Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgian-milk-chocolate.md) - [Vegan Milk Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-milk-chocolatebar.md) - [Delectably Dairy-Free Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-oat-milk-chocolates.md) - [Decadent Cocoa Butter Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-white-chocolate.md) - [Indulgent Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcho.md) - [Allergy-Friendly Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-milk-chocolate.md) - [Decadent Oat Milk Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-milk-chocolate-bar.md) - [Mainstream Plant-Based Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-plant-based.md)