Nuri Puffed Chips Are Unique, Healthy Snack Options From France

Nuri introduces puffed chips made from kombu algae and coral lentil flour, blending bold flavors with better-for-you benefits. Options like BBQ, beet, tomato, and Provence herb offer variety while delivering a high fiber content, protein and 70 percent less fat than traditional chips. 

"Nuri bets on kombu algae for original crisps", pour-nourrir-demain.fr, November 23, 2024

Chris Paul’s Good Eat’n Snacks Launch In Texas

NBA star Chris Paul’s plant-based snack brand, Good Eat’n, is now in over 250 H-E-B stores across Texas. With a lineup of gluten-free, non-GMO options like Hot Hot Puffs, Nacho Cheeze Tortilla Chips and Cookies N Creme Popcorn, they are designed to deliver bold flavors and healthier ingredients. Each flavor is free from artificial dyes and flavors. Good Eat’n has eye-catching packaging highlighting its mission to transform classic snacks into better-for-you options. 

"NBA star Chris Paul expands Good Eat’n snack brand", Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, November 21, 2024

Stellar Snacks Opens Pretzel Plant, Launches Gluten-Free Thins

Stellar Snacks opened a $137 million industrial pretzel plant in West Louisville, Ky., creating 350 jobs over the next decade. Alongside the plant opening, Stellar is introducing gluten-free Pretzel Thins, available at Louisville Kroger stores. The company’s pretzels are already sold in over 5,000 US retail locations and served on major airlines like Southwest and Emirates.

"Stellar Snacks opens industrial baking plant in Kentucky", Food Business News, November 20, 2024

KoRo Secures €35M To Fund European Growth

German natural snack brand KoRo raised €35 million in a Series C funding round led by Coefficient Capital, with contributions from investors like Five Seasons Ventures and HV Capital. With over two million customers, KoRo sells clean-label snacks, nut butters, and functional foods both online and in 10,000 European stores. Funds will support its expansion in France, Italy and the Benelux region, along with product innovation. 

"Natural snack brand KoRo secures €35M Series C for European expansion", Tech.eu, November 20, 2024

Protein-Rich Snacks Drive Extruded Snack Innovations

Health-conscious consumers are fueling growth in the extruded snacks market, projected to reach $91.8 billion by 2032 with a 5.6% CAGR. Plant proteins are increasingly used in these snacks to meet demand for sustainable, protein-rich options. Companies like Hippeas and Kibo Foods lead the way with products like chickpea-based puffs and green pea crunch chips, offering high protein and fiber content. Innovations include fortification and diverse flavors, but challenges like density and texture arise when incorporating proteins. 

"Sustainably sourced ingredients provide alternative protein", Baking Business, November 26, 2024

Nesquik Minis, A High Protein Chocolatey Options For Mornings

Nestlé Cereal launched Nesquik Minis, a smaller version of the classic Nesquik cereal, designed to bring fun to breakfast. The mini cereal pieces offer the same chocolatey taste and crunch, made with wholegrain as the primary ingredient. Nesquik Minis are high in fiber and enriched with vitamins and minerals, including calcium, Vitamin D and energy-releasing B vitamins. 

"Nesquik Minis cereal – Mini size, maxi fun!", Nestlé UK, November 26, 2024

Bio&Me Launches Super Nutty Muesli In Tesco

Bio&Me adds Super Nutty Muesli to its range. Now available in 550 Tesco stores for £3.50 per 450g pack, the muesli is made with 13 plant-based ingredients like oats, almonds and cashews. It’s high in fiber, free from added sugars and designed to support gut health. Co-founder Jon Walsh highlights growing consumer interest in foods that promote gut and immune health. Bio&Me, based in Chester in England, also offers granolas, porridges, snack bars and kefir yogurts alongside its mueslis.

"Bio&Me adds new Super Nutty variant to muesli range", FoodBev Media, November 22, 2024

Soul Grain, Flavorful And BFY Granolas With Soul

Soul Grain reimagines granola with unique flavors like Purple Grain and Banana Pudding, blending cultural inspiration with premium, better-for-you ingredients. Co-founded by nutritionist Liza Maya and pastry chef Sylvia Williams, the brand delivers crispy, gluten-free granolas using healthful components like amaranth, oats and coconut oil. Each flavor draws on African-American culture and soul food traditions, complemented by curated Spotify playlists for a complete sensory experience. Despite challenges like limited funding, the women-led brand has gained recognition through incubators and awards. Soul Grain plans to expand with new flavors, bars and lifestyle products, bringing nutrition and nostalgia to more homes.

"Soul Grain granola blends BFY benefits with flavor and flair", Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, November 20, 2024