This week's gallery features a dairy-free, plant-based version of the famous French cheese spread, and an ethical chocolate brand going green for Christmas.
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Nutty Bruce has partnered with LEON to launch the first porridge that’s made with activated almond milk on the UK high street
Customers will be able to purchase two activated plant-based porridges that are made with Nutty Bruce Activated Almond & Coconut M*lk: a new Pear & Ginger Seasonal Porridge (RRP: £2.95) and the Ruby Red Porridge (RRP:£2.95).
Activated almonds are nuts that have been soaked in fresh filtered water for 12 hours to start the germination process. Germination reduces the phytic acid in almonds and this increases the absorption of the nutrients when consumed – in this case, in porridge.
The LEON Pear & Ginger Seasonal Porridge is created with slow-cooked organic Scottish porridge oats that are cooked with Nutty Bruce Activated Almond & Coconut M*lk and are topped with poached baby pears, ginger curd, crystalised ginger and a granola crumble, which promises to help people feel satiated for a little longer in the morning.
The LEON Ruby Red Porridge is made with Nutty Bruce Activated Almond & Coconut M*lk and is topped with a Ruby Red compote that is made with a natural prebiotic fibre made from chicory root.
Erica Molyneaux, Head of Food at LEON, says: “Introducing activated porridge is a natural step for us as we continue to make food that tastes good and does good. We were the first restaurant brand to offer porridge in breakfast menus on the high street and we want to continue giving guests dishes that excite them. It’s also really important to us to offer seasonality in our menu, and our new Pear & Ginger Seasonal Porridge is a warming start to cold autumnal mornings.”
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Healthy crisp brand BEPPS has launched a new range of products and nationwide listings at Tesco and ASDA.
BEPPS Popped is the UK’s first branded popped pea-based snacks, made from Chickpeas with Black-Eyed pea inclusions for extra crunch, are launching into Tesco Tesco stores nationwide (RRP £1.80/70g) and its original line of Black-Eyed Pea PUFFS (RRP £1.80/70g), are launching in ASDA in family-friendly 70g sharing bags. The brand said these products provide consumers with a genuinely accessible, health-focused snacking option at an accessible price point and without compromising on nutrition, flavour and taste.
Body & Mind Botanicals has launched new Vegan Cannabis Chocolate Bars, adding to its range of Cannabis Tea and Vegan Dark Chocolate Cannabis Buttons.
Each vegan and gluten-free hand-crafted, artisanal chocolate bar contains on average enough CBD per person for 12 days, and each bar is split into three squares.
The Chocolate Bars are available three varieties;
- 71% Dark
- 71% Mint Dark Chocolate
- 56% Orange Dark Chocolate
The new Cannabis Chocolate bars are available from the Body & Mind Botanicals website (£6.99 per bar).
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Boursin has introduced a Dairy-Free Cheese Spread Alternative in the fan-favorite Garlic & Herbs flavour.
The new dairy-free, plant-based version to meet the needs and desires of even more consumers. Whether for entertaining at home, making a diet-inclusive “cheese” board or including in a recipe, Boursin Dairy-Free is perfect to ensure all guests have great tasting options.
The product is Plant-Based certified and non-GMO project verified recipe made with organic coconut oil and organic expeller-pressed canola oil make it a spreadable, creamy cheese alternative. The new product’s packaging includes a recyclable cup and lid and is easy to use, open and reclose, making it ideal for entertaining and snacking occasions.
Boursin Dairy-Free was developed using the knowledge and expertise of international plant-based food brand, Follow Your Heart.
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KitKat has launched two new varieties in the UK. The KitKat 2-finger Honeycomb and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread bars feature flavours that enhance the brand’s classic milk chocolate. They are being produced at Nestlé’s factory in York, which is also home to Aero, Yorkie, Milkybar and Polo.
Amy Bennett-Inge, Assistant Brand Manager for KitKat said: “We’ve experienced huge demand for our 2-finger KitKats this year and we know that fans love to try new flavours from the brand. We think our Honeycomb and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread varieties really hit the spot, and we’re sure they’ll become popular new additions to the range.”
The two new flavours will replace the existing KitKat 2-finger Cookies & Cream and Lemon Drizzle varieties. KitKat Honeycomb will be available in multipacks of 9 bars at Sainsbury’s from the end of this month and in Asda from 9th November. It will also be available in a 5+1 free pack in Iceland & B&M. KitKat Hazelnut Chocolate Spread (multipacks of 9 bars) will be available from Asda from 9th November with more retailers to follow.
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UK sports nutrition brand Myprotein has launched two new snack products aimed at consumers who want a low-calorie snack on the go.
Its new protein chips aim to provide a crunchy, well-seasoned taste of the nation's favourite snack - that won't derail your training.
At 120 calories per bag, each box includes 6 packets. They are available in two flavours Salt & Vinegar and Barbeque.
Its new crispy wafer snacks are made from a blend of milk and whey protein isolate for those with a sweet tooth to enjoy, they are packed with 15g of protein and just 5g of sugar so you can maintain a healthy lifestyle but still indulge.
Each pack includes 10 individual bars, available in two delicious flavours: Chocolate and Vanilla.
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Love Cocoa, the luxury ethical chocolate brand created by James Cadbury (the great-great-great grandson of Mr John Cadbury) has launched its first ever advent calendar, along with a host of other festive chocolate treats as part of its 2020 Christmas collection.
According to the company, the calendar has excellent eco credentials: made using palm oil free, sustainably sourced chocolate it's also completely plastic free and 100% recyclable. Every calendar purchase will see x3 trees planted in northern Cameroon, supporting Love Cocoa’s ‘Plant A Tree’ commitment to fight against deforestation
The Christmas collection also includes: a Giant Christmas Pudding Chocolate Bar, a Milk Chocolate Truffle Bauble to hang on the tree, 3 x festive letterbox-friendly Limited Editions, the new 'Lovingly Dipped' range including Espresso Martini Coffee Beans, Sea Salt Almonds and Salted Caramel Almonds (all dipped in Love Cocoa chocolate), and the Ultimate Chocolate Hamper.
