From pea, pistachio and chia milks to zero-sugar oat creamers and jalapeño cashew spreads, processors are refreshing the case with function and flavor. The next wave of plant-based dairy bets on better taste, clearer value and differentiated ingredients to win shoppers back.
Seasonal launches, protein-fortified formats and animal-free tech drive the next wave of dairy alternatives
October 24, 2025
From almond-based holiday creamers and non-dairy protein shakes to heat-forward cheeses and precision-fermented whey, brands are expanding beyond traditional plant bases. New formats and flavor trends—from horchata to corn milk—highlight how flexitarian demand is reshaping the category.
A convenient grab-and-go solution for busy routines, Califia Farms’ new single serve tea lattes are portable and fit into any gym bag, lunchbox or cooler for a smooth and satisfying treat.
“Given the success of our Matcha Almond Latte, we’ve expanded our line of tea beverages with Chai Almond Latte based on the growing popularity of chai tea lattes and consumer demand for easy solutions for café favorites at home,” said Suzanne Ginestro, Califia’s chief marketing officer.
Food and beverage product developers continue to find new approaches to plant based product development. New technologies, consumer insights and increased scope of distribution have led momentum in the plant based segment.
Each of the new products are made with three simple ingredients
January 23, 2023
With three simple ingredients, purified water, sea salt, oats/almonds, and no oils or gums, the brand designed the latest offerings to meet the needs of consumers seeking products with fewer ingredients at an accessible price point.
The new flavor will be available in both dairy and almond milk non-dairy versions
December 12, 2022
Ben & Jerry's presents "Lights! Caramel! Action! directed by Ava DuVernay," featuring an ensemble cast of vanilla ice cream with salted caramel swirls, graham cracker swirls and gobs of chocolate chip cookie dough.
The creamy, dairy-free product makes provides consumers with an option to create café-quality pumpkin spice lattes at home
August 30, 2022
Inspired by the success of Califia’s Oat Barista Blend, Pumpkin Spice Oat Barista froths, steams and is made with simple, plant-based ingredients, including real pumpkin puree plus cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
KIND leans further into breakfast as changing consumer behavior sparks in-home opportunity
April 7, 2021
KIND Healthy Snacks (KIND) announced its first-ever frozen breakfast snack offering, KIND FROZEN™ Smoothie Bowl. Just as it disrupted and elevated the bar aisle, KIND will bring its plant-based equity to the breakfast category via a new, frozen format.