# Coconut Jerky Snacks Mighty Bee Makes Alternative Natural Snacks from Coconuts By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-03-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-snacks References: [mightybee](http://www.mightybee.com/coconut-jerky/) Mighty Bee's Coconut Jerky satisfies a desire for natural snacks that provide a flavorful alternative to familiar meat-based products. The flavorful Coconut Jerky comes in three types: Spicy BBQ, Teriyaki and Chocolate Hazelnut, which explore a range of [sweet, spicy and savory flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetandspicy-beef-jerky). The chewy raw, vegan and gluten-free snacks are ideal as an on-the-go snack, especially since they are loaded with healthy fatty acids to support a balanced metabolism and a healthy digestive system. This Coconut Jerky is one of many emerging [jerky alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-jerky) that are being made from a range of unusual plant-based ingredients like watermelon, coconut, mushrooms and bananas. As well as emulating the dry texture of a traditional meat jerky snack, these ones also borrow flavor ideas, yet result in a healthier natural snack option. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Alternative Jerky:** Create innovative meat-like snacks from unusual plant-based ingredients such as watermelon and mushrooms. - **Raw Vegan Snacks:** Develop raw, vegan and gluten-free snacks loaded with healthy fatty acids suitable for on-the-go consumption for health-conscious consumers. - **Flavorful Alternatives:** Explore a range of sweet, spicy and savory flavors to provide a flavorful alternative to familiar meat-based jerky snacks. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Innovate and develop a new product line of natural, gluten-free snacks that cater to health-conscious consumers looking for healthier snacking options. - **Plant-based Food Industry:** With growing health concerns globally, shift focus towards developing innovative, healthy and delicious plant-based snack options. - **Health and Wellness Industry:** Collaborate with food manufacturers to produce healthy snack options to promote a healthy lifestyle for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blended Coconut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dulzuras-coconut-snacks.md) - [Thai-Style Vegan Jerkies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangkok-bites.md) - [Sweet Potato Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-potato-jerky.md) - [Crunchy Jerky Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-jerky-trail-mixes.md) - [Vegan Mushroom Jerkys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-meati-jerky.md) - [Beet Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beet-jerky.md) - [Jackfruit Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruit-jerky.md) - [Gummy Jerky Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chew-topia-gummy-jerky.md) - [Cricket Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-jerky.md)