Increasing awareness of plant-based foods and changes in food consumption patterns are driving forces for the market.

Among the factors driving growth are expanding interest in the vegan diet and increased awareness of environmental protection and animal cruelty campaigns.

The date snacks are certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO, vegan and kosher.

The company is launching plant-based chocolates dubbed Dream Pops Crunch, which serve as entry into shelf-stable products.

Vegan and keto-friendly, the bites are free from dairy, gluten, corn syrup, cholesterol, sugar alcohols, palm oil and artificial ingredients.

Flavored with real maple syrup, Dandies Maple Marshmallows are ideal for snacking, baking and topping a cup of coffee or hot cocoa.

 Barry Callebaut also opening an online pop-up shop this month to celebrate the plant-based boom and “Veganuary.”

The vegan Beet Breast Cancer Bar is made with dark chocolate and locally sourced beets.

Like other Cocomels Chocolate-Covered Bites, Toffee Bites are also free from corn syrup, cholesterol and artificial ingredients.

Family owned and self-funded, the vegan food company continues to innovate in the plant-based category with its takes on classic comfort foods.