Vegan Candy

Video: Magic Chocolate on its vegan candy

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The brand is a joint venture between the co-founder and Switzerland-based Mastriani Chocolate.

Video: Better Sour on vegan candy trends

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Consumer expectations for plant-based are now non-negotiable: taste and texture must be identical to traditional products, not just "good for vegan," the brand's co-founder says.

Podcast: Monark Brands chats vegan candy trends

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:25:00 -0400

Plant-based candy is now mainstream, driven by consumer demand for plant-based, clean-label indulgences that match their values, the brand's founder says.

Chewy candy defines the texture playbook

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:55:00 -0400

Last year, Americans spent $5.5 billion on gummy, chewy, and licorice confections.

Monark Brands debuts Easter Blind Box, Magical BFY Belts

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:50:00 -0400

The confectioner's earlier holiday box went organically viral, generating strong engagement and repeat purchases, the brand says.

Former Dr. Bronner's candy brand debuts Truffle Bars

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

The new product includes environmentally conscious dark and oat milk chocolates.

Better Sour launches at PNW Costco locations

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:30:00 -0500

The sour gummy brand uses tart, fruit-forward flavors inspired by global fruit traditions.

Beer company introduces cocktail-inspired THC gummies

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:49:00 -0500

Now available at dispensaries across Ontario and Alberta, each The Boston Beer Company Emerald Hour gummy is 100% vegan and contains 5 mg THC.

Mojoz GummiCones expands to foodservice

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 16:20:00 -0400

The first-ever Mojoz GummiCones are on sale to clients of TPC Food Service, servicing Ohio and eight surrounding states.

Katjes USA debuts Cosmic Visions gummies

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:30:00 -0400

First revealed at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in May, Cosmic Visions is now available on Amazon nationwide, with further distribution across the country.

Tom Brady introduces vegan gummy brand

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0400

The candy contains no artificial sweeteners, dyes or flavors, and is made of real fruit.

Video: That's it. speaks on vegan candy trends

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:30:00 -0400

There has been an increasing demand for variety and creativity in vegan candy flavors.

Video: Katjes on gummy trends, innovations

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:40:00 -0400

We recently talked to two spokeswomen from vegan gummy company Katjes about innovation in the category, as well as how the company stays ahead of consumer trends.

Katjes USA launches 'Wild & Free' Gummies

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:25:00 -0500

The brand has debuted its newest innovation: Wild & Free, a textured foam gummy candy making its debut in the U.S. market.

Podcast: Freedom Confectionery on vegan candy trends

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500

We recently talked with Elvin Willgrass, VP of sales, Freedom Confectionery, about how the company tracks consumer taste trends, and keeps an eye out for emerging trends.

Video: Simply on vegan candy, treats

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Although primarily known as a gum company, Simply recently has been branching out, with its Peanut Butter Crispies launched in April.

Krack'd Snacks introduces keto-friendly, vegan treats

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:40:00 -0500

Expanding its portfolio, Krack’d Snacks launches guilt-free, sugar-conscious treats tailored to diverse dietary preferences.

Vegan chocolate makes no compromises

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:35:00 -0400

Alternative vegan raw materials can be processed with WDS confectionery machines.

That's it. debuts Dark Chocolate Espresso Truffles

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:45:00 -0400

The Dark Chocolate Espresso Truffles feature a balanced blend of organic dates, 60% cacao, and single-origin Ethiopian coffee.

Simply releases new peanut butter and chocolate creation

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

The peanut butter cups are made with peanuts, puffed quinoa, dark chocolate, and coconut sugar.

Ritter Sport takes on the Americas with travel retail exclusives

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 18:00:00 -0400

New products first introduced at TFWA WE last year include Ritter’s 500g Vegan Tower which has seen an increase in flavors from three to five varieties.

Endangered Species Chocolate to launch seasonal shapes for Valentine’s Day

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 15:24:00 -0500

The limited-time candy features heart, koala, and bear shapes in festive pouches.

Zen Cannabis debuts THC-infused chocolate bar collection in California

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:35:00 -0500

Consumers can choose between Zen's vegan and zero sugar confections or its traditional milk chocolate offering.

Dr. Bronner's to debut Oat Milk Chocolate bars

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:50:00 -0400

The company's latest vegan offering is sourced from regenerative organic and fair trade supply chains.

Scharffen Berger debuts vegan oat milk chocolate snack bark line at Sweets and Snacks Expo

Fri, 26 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

BREAKS by Scharffen Berger blends a rich oat milk version of America’s original craft chocolate with on-trend mix-ins, bringing the brand into the snack aisle for the first time in its history.

Nature's Garden to showcase its confectionery items at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:30:00 -0400

Nature's Garden will feature two of its newest products, both sold in recyclable packaging, at this year's Sweets & Snacks Expo.

Endangered Species Chocolate debuts first flavor in fully recyclable line of grab and go bars

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:03:53 -0400

This is the first line of chocolate bars ESC has created with fully recyclable packaging.

Kocaotrait releases chocolate bar with Indian origin cacao

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:20:00 -0400

Kocoatrait's 65% dark sustainable bean to bar chocolate is one of the nine variants of The Madras Collection and is made from organic cacao beans.

Israel's 7th Heaven Chocolate vegan brand launches in the U.S.

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:45:00 -0400

Founded by vegan couple Daniel Bareket and Elya Adi, 7^th Heaven Chocolate took two years of extensive research to develop the unique formula that delivers creaminess of milk chocolate.

Cocolectic introduces chocolate subscription box

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:15:00 -0400

Cococlectic is the only chocolate subscription box that features all American chocolate makers.