Wild West Chocolate has announced a new series of products arriving with the changing market landscape in mind to offer consumers a better for you alternative to conventional chocolate varieties. The brand is introducing the new Wise One, Snakebite and Peanut Butter Peanut Bear Claws, which are each sweetened with organic fruit and thus have no added sugar. The products each maintain a certified vegan, USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free, Fair Trade and Regenerative Organic Certified cocoa recipe.
The Wise One bar features 50% cacao oat milk chocolate with organic puffed quinoa, while the Peanut Butter Peanut Butter Bear Claw has 50% cacao oat milk chocolate with chopped roasted peanuts and organic peanut butter. Finally, the Snakebite has 70% cacao dark chocolate with peptic seeds and cayenne pepper.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Organic Fruit-sweeteners
- Using organic fruit to sweeten chocolate presents a novel approach to reducing added sugars while maintaining sweetness.
- Regenerative Organic Certification
- The inclusion of Regenerative Organic Certification highlights a growing focus on sustainable agricultural practices in the chocolate industry.
- Oat Milk Chocolate Innovation
- Incorporating oat milk into chocolate products taps into the rising demand for plant-based dairy alternatives.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Plant-based Foods
- The vegan-friendly chocolate offerings align with the expanding plant-based food market seeking ethical and health-conscious solutions.
- Natural Sweetener Industry
- The use of organic fruit as a sweetening agent opens new avenues in the natural sweetener industry, emphasizing minimally processed ingredients.
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Commitment to Fair Trade and Regenerative Organic practices reflects a shift towards sustainable agriculture, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
