# Nut-Based Breadcrumbs Nut Crumbs are Made with Pistachios, Cashews and Almonds By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-06-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nut-crumbs References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4049-top-innovations-at-summer-fancy-food) & [nutcrumbs](https://nutcrumbs.com/) Appel Foods' Nut Crumbs are a natural and gluten-free breadcrumb alternative that's made from a combination of [pistachios, cashews and almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuffnut). The premium alternative coating is offered in varieties like Italian, Spicy, Original and Coconut Curry, which can be used in place of breadcrumbs in a variety of recipes. The formulas are not only natural but also paleo-friendly, vegan and sugar-free. For those who are not sensitive to nuts, the nut-based breadcrumb alternatives have the potential to enhance a variety of meat and breaded dishes. As an alternative to conventional breadcrumbs, consumers are turning to coatings that can be made with alternative products such as [oats or chickpeas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-granola-crunch-mix). The [Specialty Food Association](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-flats) recently gave Appel Foods' Nut Crumbs a bronze sofi Award in the baking ingredient category. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Gluten-free Coatings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alternative coatings for breaded dishes using gluten-free ingredients like nuts, oats, or chickpeas. - **Paleo-friendly Alternatives:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create breadcrumb alternatives that are not only gluten-free but also fit into the paleo diet, catering to health-conscious consumers. - **Premium Breadcrumb Varieties:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a range of gourmet breadcrumb alternatives with unique flavors for enhanced culinary experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Coating Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and improve nut-based coatings for breaded dishes to meet the growing demand for gluten-free and healthy alternatives. - **Gluten-free Food Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand offerings of gluten-free products such as breadcrumb alternatives to cater to the dietary needs and preferences of consumers. - **Gourmet Food Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate premium and unique flavors into breadcrumb alternatives to target gourmet consumers seeking elevated culinary experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crunchy Cheese Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-crumbs.md) - [Nut-Based Ricotta Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-ricotta.md) - [Artisan Flavored Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-almonds-1.md) - [Nut-Based Meat Replacements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walnut-meat.md) - [Globally Inspired Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashewbased-snacks.md) - [Crunchy Superfood-Infused Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-alternatives-for-snacking.md) - [Gently Dehydrated Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rich-nuts.md) - [Versatile Nut-Based Recipe Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-nut-toppers.md) - [Crispy Almond Flour Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-flour-crisps.md)