Snack clusters are typically associated with refueling in the afternoon but Good Source Foods is introducing a product trio that's tied to different parts of the day. The brand's dark chocolate clusters are specifically branded as treats for a Morning Jump, Afternoon Boost and Evening Calm, each of which supports the body and mind with different functional benefits.
All of the brand's snacks are made with 70% dark cocoa and a base of olive oil, which helps to take a lot of the bitterness out of the dark chocolate. With pea protein, the snack clusters are satiating and beneficial for supporting energy throughout the day. While Morning Jump contains ginger root, green tea, berries, almonds and antioxidant-packed pomegranate seeds, Evening Calm supports relaxation and sleep with lavender, oats, walnuts and dried cherries, a natural source of melatonin.
What's Driving This Trend
- Day-themed Snack Products
- Opportunity to create snack products tailored to morning, afternoon and evening with specific functional benefits.
- Dark Chocolate Snack Clusters
- Innovative product opportunity for snack clusters made of dark chocolate as a healthy alternative to other sweets.
- Plant-based Protein Snacks
- Opportunity to create more protein-based snacks that incorporate plant-based ingredients for those seeking more sustainable and healthy snack options.
Who This Affects Most
- Food and Beverage
- Industry leaders can develop new snack products that align with consumers' functional benefits and health preferences.
- Wellness and Nutrition
- Innovation opportunity to create snack products that provide specific health benefits, such as supporting relaxation or aiding in sleep.
- Candy and Confectionery
- Industry leaders can incorporate dark chocolate and plant-based ingredients to create more health-conscious, indulgent snack options for consumers.
