# Cheesy Plant-Based Crisps ParmCrisps' Dairy-Free Cheese Crisps Cater to Plant-Based Lifestyles By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-crisps References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parmcrisps-launches-plant-based-dairy-free-cheese-crisps-301138689.html) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ParmCrisps) ParmCrisps makes artisan-crafted, crunchy crisps that are made from oven-baked cheese and premium seasonings, and the brand is now venturing into the creation of plant-based crisps that are made with dairy-free cheese. The Plant-Based ParmCrisps are launching in flavors like Sea Salt and Cracked Black Pepper, which cater to the growing number of consumers who are exploring plant-based and vegan lifestyles. The Plant-Based ParmCrisps introduce a new line of snacks that challenges the cracker category as the first-ever [dairy-free cheese crisp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-babybel). With this new product line, the brand now caters to a variety of consumers with different lifestyle and dietary preferences, including thoe who follow plant-based, keto or sugar-free protocols. For these new products, ParmCrisps collaborated with [Whole Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-salt-pretzel-snackers) and parent company [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popchips-nacho), where these items will be exclusively available. Image Credit: ParmCrisps ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 54% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Snacks:** Creating snacks like crisps or crackers without animal-based ingredients for consumers with vegan, plant-based, or flexitarian lifestyles. - **Dairy-free Cheese:** Innovating new snack lines with dairy-free cheese to cater to consumers who are lactose intolerant or vegan, while still providing the savory flavors and textures of cheese. - **Collaborative Product Development:** Collaborating with retail leaders like Whole Foods and Amazon to create exclusive product lines and target consumers who prioritize natural, vegan, keto, or sugar-free diets. ### Where This Applies - **Snack Food Industry:** Opportunities for snack companies to develop innovative products that cater to consumers with plant-based diets, or dietary restrictions such as lactose intolerance or gluten-free. - **Natural Foods Industry:** Major retailers like Whole Foods and Amazon can partner with manufacturers to create unique, in-demand products that tap into the growing consumer demand for plant-based and dairy-free food options. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can leverage exclusive partnerships with plant-based, keto, and sugar-free product companies to differentiate themselves and better serve consumers looking for healthier, more sustainable product options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Parmesan Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simplyv-parmvegan.md) - [Cheesy Plant-Based Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-crackers.md) - [Puffy Plant-Based Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peatos-puffs.md) - [Plant-Based Cookie-Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-krisps.md) - [Plant-Powered Cheese Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alt-cheese.md) - [Oven-Baked Crispy Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granarolo-cheese-crisps.md) - [Better-for-You Cheesy Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flamin-hot-wotsinits.md) - [Cheesy Plant-Based Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-white-cheddar-popcorn.md) - [Restaurant-Branded Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-bread-cheese-crisps.md)