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  • Oct 31, 2024
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Nut snack brand Daily Crunch has announced a new product launch that reflects the increasing consumer interest in globally inspired flavours.


The company is set to debut its Sweet & Spicy Sichuan Sprouted Cashews and Edamame, developed in collaboration with Fly By Jing, a brand known for its premium Chinese condiments.


This new flavour will be available exclusively at Whole Foods Market beginning in November, marking Daily Crunch’s first national retail launch.


The product combines sprouted cashews with crispy edamame and chili flakes, leveraging Daily Crunch's patented sprout and dehydrate process, which is designed to enhance nutrient density and digestibility.


The partnership with Fly By Jing aligns with the growing trend among consumers seeking unique flavour profiles that blend sweet, savoury and spicy elements.


“Daily Crunch is committed to offering clean and nourishing snack options,” said Laurel Orley, co-founder and CEO. “This collaboration allows us to explore elevated flavours that resonate with consumers looking for something distinct.”



The launch comes on the heels of Daily Crunch’s $4 million Series A funding round, which underscores the company’s ambition to expand from a direct-to-consumer model into broader retail markets.


With approximately 16,500 points of distribution nationwide, Daily Crunch has established itself as the leading sprouted nut brand in the US.


The introduction of Sweet & Spicy Sichuan cashews represents a significant step for Daily Crunch as it diversifies its product offerings within the competitive nut and trail mix category.


Other new flavours, including Turmeric + Sea Salt Sprouted Almonds and Dill Pickle Sprouted Almonds + Pepitas, will also be launched at Whole Foods.


The product features non-GMO ingredients and no artificial additives.


As the market for healthy snacks continues to grow, partnerships like this may signal a shift towards more diverse and culturally inspired offerings in mainstream retail.


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Ella’s Kitchen launches new children's snack range

Ella’s Kitchen is expanding beyond the baby food aisle with the launch of Ella’s Kitchen Kids, a new product line aimed at children aged 18 months and older.


The launch marks a significant strategic move for the brand as it looks to extend its presence beyond the weaning category and capture growing demand for healthier snack options for toddlers and young children.


Positioned as a “better-for-you” alternative to traditional children’s snacks, the new range combines bold flavours, playful branding and convenient formats with the nutritional standards parents associate with the Ella’s Kitchen brand.


The company said the range was developed in response to changing family eating habits and the lack of minimally processed snack options for older toddlers outside the baby aisle.


Initial products include Ella’s Kitchen Kids Crunchy Stix in Cheese + Onion, Tomato + Basil and Pesto varieties, alongside Ella’s Kitchen Kids Wild Crackers available in Tomato + Oregano, Pea + Basil and Carrot + Rosemary flavours.


Designed for lunchboxes, picnics and snacking occasions, the products are formulated with reduced salt levels and classified as non-HFSS options. According to the company, the Crunchy Stix contain less than 0.04g of salt per pack, while the Crackers contain less than 0.05g per serving.


Emma Wood, Senior Brand Manager at Ella’s Kitchen, said: “Ella’s Kitchen Kids is about recognising that the journey doesn’t stop at baby food. As little ones grow, their tastes, independence and routines all change – but parents still want options they can feel good about.”


The launch also signals Ella’s Kitchen’s wider ambitions within the children’s snacking market, with additional products and categories expected later this year.


Wood added that the company aims to help “raise the standards of the kids’ food category” by balancing taste, convenience and nutrition.

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