# Crunchy Nut-Free Chocolates NOMO's Hazelnot Crunch Choc Bar Mimics the Taste & Texture of Hazelnut By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nut-free-chocolates References: [foodanddrinktechnology](https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/32720/nomo-introduces-first-ever-nut-free-hazelnot-chocolate-bar/) & [nomochoc](https://nomochoc.com/) It's common for chocolate bars to be studded with pieces of almonds, peanuts and hazelnuts but [NOMO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-crispy-mo) wants to make sure that everyone can enjoy a sweet and crunchy treat with its new nut-free chocolate bar. For the many consumers who are used to avoiding certain foods due to nut allergies, NOMO created a first-of-its-kind, nut-free Hazelnot Crunch Choc Bar. The allergy-friendly product is not only [vegan but free from dairy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-caramel-crunch), gluten and eggs, all the while offering an experience that reminds of the taste and texture of hazelnuts. The creamy and crunchy nut-free chocolate bar is made with a non-dairy alternative to milk chocolate with a [nut-free hazelnut flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutella-plantbased), plus rice crispy pieces and cocoa nibs for added texture. Image Credit: NOMO ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nut-free Chocolate:** Opportunity to cater to consumers with nut allergies by offering nut-free alternatives in the chocolate industry. - **Allergy-friendly Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create products that are not only vegan but also free from common allergens like dairy, gluten, and eggs. - **Mimicking Taste and Texture:** Creating products that mimic the taste and texture of a popular ingredient like hazelnuts, but without actually using that ingredient, can provide a unique selling point in the chocolate market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Chocolate Industry:** Opportunity to introduce nut-free chocolate offerings to cater to consumers with nut allergies. - **Vegan Food Industry:** Opportunity to create allergen-free and vegan-friendly products that cater to a growing segment of health-conscious consumers. - **Allergy-friendly Food Industry:** Opportunity to produce and market food products that are free from common allergens, appealing to individuals with dietary restrictions or allergies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crispy Calorie-Conscious Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-crispy-mo.md) - [Nut-Free Chocolate Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choc-pot-hazelnot.md) - [Artisan-Inspired Plant-Based Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-chocolate-bars.md) - [Coconut-Packed Plant-Based Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nono-coconut-chocolate-bar.md) - [Free-From Easter Treat Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-easter-chocolate.md) - [Cookie Dough Chocolate Bunnies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-dough-bunny.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Hazelnut Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-freedom-choc-pot-hazelnot.md) - [Festive Free-From Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomo-chocolate.md) - [Vegan Hazelnut-Packed Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-hazelnut-praline-bar.md)