# Sandwich-Inspired Snack Clusters Theo Launched Peanut Butter and Jelly Chocolate Clusters By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-02-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-cluster References: [candyindustry](https://www.candyindustry.com/articles/88060-theo-peanut-butter-jelly-clusters) & [theochocolate](https://www.theochocolate.com/product/peanut-butter-jelly/) Theo Chocolate recently added to its snack cluster range with an all-new, nostalgic variety—[Peanut Butter & Jelly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-jelly-mms). This peanut butter and jelly-inspired snack combines peanuts with [freeze-dried raspberries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-and-raspberry-spread) and other nourishing natural ingredients like coconut, dates and Himalayan pink sea salt in a base of 60% dark chocolate. The chocolate clusters are organic, non-GMO, soy-free, gluten-free, as well as kosher and vegan. The clusters are a rich source of cocoa flavanols, the beneficial plant-based nutrients that are found naturally in cocoa. Scientific studies have supported the fact that regular consumption of cocoa flavanols promotes heart health. With 200 milligrams of cocoa flavanols per serving, these treats promise to be more than just a tasty snack to indulge one's sweet tooth. Theo also makes a range of [indulgent chocolate clusters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunk-nibbles-toffee) in varieties like Apple Crisp, Coconut Turmeric and Lemon Hemp. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nostalgic Snacks:** Opportunity for brands to create innovative snacks that tap into consumers' childhood memories. - **Functional Ingredients in Snacks:** Incorporating functional ingredients like cocoa flavanols can create a competitive edge for snack brands looking to market health benefits. - **Luxury Snacking:** Opportunity for high-end brands to create elevated snack experiences with premium ingredients and flavors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snack Food Industry:** Opportunity to innovate and create unique snacking experiences with new and nostalgic flavor combinations and functional ingredients. - **Health Food Industry:** Opportunity to incorporate functional ingredients into healthy snack products that promote specific health benefits. - **Premium Chocolate Industry:** Opportunity to create high-end snack products with premium chocolate and unique flavor combinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Filled Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filled-chocolates.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Pretzel Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-berry-pretzel-nuggets.md) - [Peanut Butter Chocolate Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-chocolate-granola.md) - [PB&J-Inspired Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-bread-pbj.md) - [Single-Serve Sweet Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-peanut-butter-graham-sandwiches.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-oat-bites.md) - [Nostalgically Flavored Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-pop.md) - [Filled Granola Butter Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filled-chocolate-bites.md) - [Better-For-You Peanut Butter Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-better-cups.md)