# Cultured Cashew Spreads Treeline Cheese's Plant-Based Cream Cheese is Made with a Base of Nuts By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-07-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-cream-cheese References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/treeline-introduces-new-line-of-cream-cheeses-as-consumer-demand-for-plant-based-foods-soars-301087729.html) & [treelinecheese](http://www.treelinecheese.com) Recognizing that consumer demand for plant-based food products is only continuing to grow, [Treeline](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-artisanal-cheese) Cheese is introducing a new line of [plant-based cream cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boursin-plantbased). The new line of tangy cream cheese alternatives is prepared with a base of [cultured cashew nuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-svviss) and other natural ingredients to create classic flavors like Plain, Chive & Onion and Strawberry. While the Plain cream cheese alternative boasts a rich and creamy texture from just five simple ingredients, the Strawberry spread shares sweetness from real berries and the Chive & Onion variety incorporates savory ingredients for a well-balanced blend of flavors. As Treeline describes, "As more consumers look to reduce their dairy intake, the introduction of delicious and creamy plant-based cheeses that match the rich flavors and consistency of dairy cheese is driving category growth. Treeline appeals to a broad spectrum of consumers from flexitarians to vegans." Image Credit: Treeline Cheese ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 9% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Cream Cheese Alternatives:** There is an opportunity for companies to increase their product line by introducing plant-based cream cheese alternatives as more consumers look to reduce their dairy intake. - **Cultured Nut-based Spreads:** Cultured nut-based spreads are gaining popularity as consumers continue to demand plant-based food products. - **Flavorful Plant-based Cheese:** By incorporating natural ingredients to create classic flavors, there is a demand for flavorful plant-based cheese that rival the rich flavors and consistency of dairy cheese. ### Who This Affects Most - **Plant-based Food:** Companies in the plant-based food industry can benefit from the growing demand for dairy alternatives by introducing new and innovative products like cultured nut-based spreads. - **Dairy-alternative Market:** The increasingly popular dairy-alternative market has opened up opportunities for companies to create delicious and creamy plant-based cheeses that match the rich flavors and consistency of dairy cheese. - **Flexitarian and Vegan Market:** Appealing to a broad spectrum of consumers from flexitarians to vegans, there is an opportunity for companies to gain a competitive edge by introducing flavorful and innovative plant-based cheese alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cashew-Based Cream Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuttin-ordinary.md) - [Plant Milk Cheese Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-milk-cheese-spreads.md) - [Plant-Based Cream Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-cream-cheese-1.md) - [Plant-Based Artisanal Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-artisanal-cheese.md) - [Cultured Cream Cheese-Style Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncreamcheese.md) - [Plant-Powered Spreadable Crèmes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brie-creme.md) - [Versatile Creamy Cashew Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chives-shallots-cream-cheeze.md) - [Vegan Cottage Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nondairy-cashew-cottage-cheese.md) - [Dairy-Free Goat Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-goat-cheese.md)