# Lentil-Based Whipped Creams Starbucks is Trialing Vegan Whipped Cream Made from Legumes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-09-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-vegan-whipped-cream References: [vegnews](https://vegnews.com/2021/9/starbucks-vegan-whipped-cream) & [starbucks](https://www.starbucks.com/) Those who are conscious about avoiding dairy have always had to leave the whipped cream off of their [Starbucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-apple-crisp) orders but now, there's a [vegan whipped cream option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whipt-plant-based-dairy-free-whipped-coconut) that's being tested at two Seattle area Starbucks locations. And interestingly, the plant-based whipped cream is made with a unique lentil base. As part of the testing of this product, Starbucks is asking guests to share their feedback via QR codes. There's a wide range of beverages that can be customized at Starbucks so that they're totally dairy-free and there are a growing number of drinks that have been specifically created with [non-dairy alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nondairy-milk). Although it's difficult to modify some classic beverages without the proper plant-based replacements, Starbucks is making it easier with alternatives like this plant-powered whipped cream. Image Credit: Vanessa Thomas ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 10% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vegan Whipped Creams:** There is an opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for vegan options by creating more plant-based whipped creams, such as those made from legumes. - **Lentil-based Products:** Companies could explore the use of lentils as a base for other food products, such as dressings or sauces, to appeal to health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers. - **Customizable Drinks:** There is an opportunity for businesses to offer more customizable drink options to cater to customers looking for non-dairy or plant-based choices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can explore innovative and sustainable plant-based alternatives to traditional dairy products to appeal to health and environmentally conscious consumers. - **Restaurant and Cafe:** Restaurants and cafes can attract customers by offering vegan-friendly menu options, including plant-based whipped cream, as consumers increasingly seek out more environmentally friendly choices. - **Food Production:** There is a potential for innovation and investment in creating and marketing new and unique plant-based ingredients for use in a range of food products, such as using lentils as a base for sauces or dressings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Whipping Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavy-whip.md) - [Plant-Powered Whipping Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-crock-plant-cream.md) - [Decadent Dairy-Free Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-coffee-creamers.md) - [Plant-Based Whipping Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/califia-farms-heavy-whip.md) - [Non-Dairy Fall Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-apple-crisp.md) - [Dairy-Free Coffee Enhancers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-dairy-coffee-enhancer.md) - [Vegan Milk Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caulimilk.md) - [Dairy-Free Whipped Toppings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-whipped-cream.md) - [Heavy Whipping Cream Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-heavy-whipping-cream-alternative.md)