# Plant-Based Bacon Bits Hanley's Foods Bacom Bits Product is Ethically Made Out of Mushrooms By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-06-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-bacon References: [fastcompany](https://www.fastcompany.com/90369089/another-meat-gets-replaced-now-your-bacon-bits-can-be-made-from-mushrooms?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner) & [hanleysfoods](https://hanleysfoods.com/collections?variant=13727337578571) Hanley's Foods launches plant-based bacon bits for individuals who want to be a little bit more conscious of their diet both health-wise and ethically. The product is already sold out on the company's website, which testifies to the growing demand in the category of [sustainable meat alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-plant-based-ribs). The plant-based bacon product has been playfully named 'Bacom.' Not only does the treat alleviate consumers of guilt, but it is also quite nutritious. [Made out of mushrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smaqo-products) and seasoned with Cajun, the crunchy goodness is low on carbs, and it is free from GMO, sugar, and gluten. Hanley's Foods' plant-based bacon bits can be consumed in multiple ways — either by themselves or as seasoning. From topping on soups and salads to a hearty treat as a trail mix or as an addition to a mac and cheese plate, Bacom is accessible. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 - **Sustainable Meat Alternatives:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new plant-based meat alternatives that cater to the growing demand for sustainable and ethical food products. - **Conscious Diets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative food products that cater to individuals seeking guilt-free, nutritious options that align with their ethical and health-conscious dietary preferences. - **Multi-purpose Food Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of versatile food products that can be used as both standalone snacks and as versatile seasonings for various dishes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Plant-based Food:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in research and development to expand the range of plant-based food products, leveraging the growing consumer demand for sustainable and ethical alternatives to traditional meat products. - **Health Food:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the increasing consumer interest in health-conscious diets by developing innovative, nutritious food options that cater to their dietary preferences. - **Snack Food:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new snack food products that offer a combination of guilt-free indulgence and versatility, appealing to consumers looking for convenient and satisfying options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Delectable Plant-Based Bacons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-bacons.md) - [Low-Fat Plant-Based Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/77-foods-bacon.md) - [Better-for-You Plant-Based Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ozo-plantbased-bacon.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Plant-Based Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-bacon-style-strips.md) - [Sizzling Plant-Based Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-bite-plantbased-bacon.md) - [Seaweed-Based Bacon Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umaro-foods.md) - [Meatless Bacon Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-free-bacon.md) - [Plant-Based Smoked Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-smoked-bacon.md) - [Plant-Based Bacon Lardons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-lardons.md)