# Gluten-Free Protein Cookies Each Munk Pack Protein Cookie Boasts 18 Grams of Plant-Based Protein By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-03-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munk-pack References: [munkpack](http://munkpack.com/products/oatmeal-raisin-spice-protein-cookie/) On top of offering cookies that are vegan and gluten-free, Munk Pack is setting itself apart as a producer of [high-protein cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-nut-butter-cookies) that boast 18 grams of plant-based protein. These individually wrapped cookies come in four classic flavors like Double Dark Chocolate and Coconut White Chocolate Macadamia, which put a healthy spin on favorite cookie varieties. As well as being free from gluten, dairy and eggs, these protein-packed cookies also do away with soy, cholesterol and sugar alcohols. Now that many consumers are looking for healthy ways to up their intake of protein, many are turning to [plant-based proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misfit-plant-based-protein-bars), especially in products where they can easily be hidden within the satisfying sweet flavors of cookies or cakes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Plant-based Protein:** The trend of utilizing plant-based protein sources offers an opportunity for innovation in creating high-protein snacks with new plant-based sources. - **Gluten-free:** The increase in demand for gluten-free options provides an opportunity for innovation in creating more variety and offerings for consumers with dietary restrictions. - **Individually Wrapped Snacks:** The trend towards individually wrapped snacks provides an opportunity for innovation in creating new and convenient packaging solutions for a variety of snacks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for plant-based, gluten-free, high-protein snacks by developing new production processes to create a diverse range of products. - **Fitness and Health Industry:** The fitness and health industry can benefit from incorporating plant-based, high-protein snacks into their wellness programs and offerings. - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can utilize the demand for individually wrapped snacks to create innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for a variety of products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Free-From Protein Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-word.md) - [Chocolate Protein Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-protein.md) - [Free-From Protein Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grainfree-protein-cookie.md) - [Protein-Packed CPG Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-protein-cookie.md) - [Soft-Baked Free-From Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-chip-cookies.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Cookie Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/base-cookies.md) - [Protein-Powered Mini Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-mini-cookies.md) - [Health-Conscious Probiotic Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-protein-bar.md) - [Pea Protein Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalina-crunch-2.md)