Vosges' Tree Mylk Chocolate bar comes from the Pure Plant collection and it offers a sweet way for plant-based consumers to satisfy a sweet tooth without indulging in dairy. The product is made from a base of cocoa butter and unsweetened chocolate, plus coconut sugar, hazelnut paste, peanut flour and a few other ingredients to create a rich flavor and consistency. The bar boasts the look of dark chocolate and offers a creamy formula that taps into the popularity of alternative milks. According to the brand, the chocolate bar has "strong notes of coffee, without the coffee," as well as a woodsy, molasses flavor.
The Tree Mylk Chocolate bar sets itself apart as a 100% vegan bar from the Pure Plant collection, as the others like Raw Honey Cacao Pod with Coconut are dairy-free yet contain honey.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Plant-based Chocolates
- More companies should consider offering plant-based chocolates for consumers who are vegan or lactose intolerant, using ingredients such as cocoa butter and alternative milks.
- Alternative Sweeteners
- Innovative sweeteners like coconut sugar can be used to create dairy-free chocolate with a unique flavor profile, capturing the attention of both plant-based and health-conscious consumers.
- Flavor Innovation
- The incorporation of flavors like coffee and woodsy notes can be a unique selling point for plant-based chocolates, especially for consumers looking for a new and exciting taste experience.
Who This Affects Most
- Chocolate
- The chocolate industry can innovate by creating more plant-based products with alternative sweeteners and unique flavors for consumers who are vegan or lactose intolerant.
- Plant-based Foods
- Plant-based food companies can expand their product line to include chocolate products, using alternative milks and sweeteners to cater to consumers seeking dairy-free options.
- Health Foods
- Health food companies can create dairy-free chocolate products using coconut sugar and other natural sweeteners, catering to consumers who are health-conscious or have dietary restrictions.
