# Dairy-Free Ice Cream Cups Ben & Jerry's Introduced Mini Vegan Ice Cream Cups By Ell Smith | Published 2018-09-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-vegan-ice-cream-cups References: [vegnews](https://vegnews.com/2018/9/ben-and-jerrys-debuts-mini-vegan-ice-cream-cups) & [benjerry](https://www.benjerry.com/flavors/ice-cream-cups) Healthy eating is all about balance, which is why Ben & Jerry's Mini Vegan Ice Cream cups should appeal to those looking to lead a healthier lifestyle as it offers an indulgent break that doesn't compromise one's morals or diet restrictions. This isn't the first time that the iconic dessert brand has introduced [vegan alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-dairy-free-decadence-series), in fact, Ben & Jerry's has an extensive [dairy-free line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-moo1). What's different about this offering is that it arrives in tinier iterations, making for a [bite-sized snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickers-ice-cream-minis) that sure to satisfy a sugar craving. The mini packs arrive in 100 Ml containers and even contain mini spoons, making for a treat that's perfect to enjoy while one is on the go. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Vegan Snack Products:** There is an opportunity for other snack brands to introduce vegan alternatives in mini iterations with convenient packaging like Ben & Jerry's Mini Vegan Ice Cream cups. - **Healthy Indulgences:** There is an opportunity to create healthy indulgence products that cater to those with dietary restrictions or looking to lead a healthier lifestyle. - **Convenient On-the-go Snacks:** There is an opportunity for snack brands to introduce bite-sized snacks with portable packaging and even mini utensils to enjoy while on-the-go like Ben & Jerry's Mini Vegan Ice Cream cups. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** There is an opportunity for food and beverage companies to innovate and create new products that cater to the growing number of consumers looking for vegan alternatives and healthier snack options. - **Packaging:** There is an opportunity for packaging companies to create portable, convenient packaging solutions for snack brands looking to introduce on-the-go products like Ben & Jerry's Mini Vegan Ice Cream cups. - **Health and Wellness:** There is an opportunity for health and wellness companies to partner with food and beverage brands to create products that align with the growing trend of healthy indulgences and dietary restrictions like Ben & Jerry's Mini Vegan Ice Cream cups. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mini Plant-Powered Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-dessert.md) - [Chocolate-Packed Dairy-Free Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-jerrys-chocolate-caramel-brownie-nondairy.md) - [Vegan Frozen Dessert Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hold-the-dairy-mini-frozen-dessert-cones.md) - [Snackable Ice Cream Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-ice-cream.md) - [Vegan Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnum-mini.md) - [Pint-Sized Ice Cream Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-jerrys-sundaes.md) - [Dairy-Free Banana Ice Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bananas-foster.md) - [Crowd-Pleasing Non-Dairy Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-cheezecake.md) - [Plant-Based Oatmeal Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatmeal-dream-pie.md)