Cauliflower pizza crust has become a familiar item, thanks to Caulipower, which introduced this Pinterest favorite for paleo and gluten-free diets to grocery freezers in 2017. The product, designed to make this convenient staple healthier and more accessible, quickly gained popularity, with the company estimating sales of over 10 million pizzas. Caulipower’s innovation sparked interest from major food brands, leading Green Giant to launch its own version and a pizza chain to offer broccoli crusts in their frozen selections. In response to the competition, Caulipower is now venturing into a new product line: cauliflower tortillas. These frozen tortillas are gluten-free and, according to the company, contain more fiber and vitamin C while having fewer fats and calories compared to traditional corn or wheat options. “Cauliflower tortillas provide a nutritious base for favorite recipes — delivering the same delicious taste as our pizzas, along with the health benefits of cauliflower and the convenience we all need,” stated founder and CEO Gail Becker.
Similar to earlier pizza crust recipes, there are many online guides for making tortillas from whole heads of cauliflower, though they typically require at least 30 minutes and various kitchen tools. Caulipower’s tortillas are likely to gain traction as a simple way to enjoy this trendy item, enhancing wraps and chips with added nutrients and fully utilizing the vegetable’s potential.
In a separate announcement, PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division has declared that they are “setting the snack aisle ablaze” with the launch of their new Doritos Flamin’ Hot Nacho flavor. These spicy tortilla chips are now available nationwide, with 9.75 oz. bags priced at a suggested retail of $4.29 and 3.125 oz. bags at $1.89. This new offering combines two popular flavors, fitting into a growing trend where snack companies, including Pringles and Kellogg, are creatively merging flavors to develop innovative products. Doritos’ Flamin’ Hot Nacho is the brand’s latest entry into the spicy food market, which has been identified as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the food industry. Recent years have seen consumers increasingly drawn to heat in their food and beverages, incorporating chili peppers, spicy variations of Snickers, and even hot dairy products.
Would the Keebler elves indulge in unicorn cookies? The unicorn phenomenon that has enchanted consumers for years is back in a fresh form. Kellogg, which owns the Keebler cookie brand alongside popular cereals like Frosted Flakes and Rice Krispies, is introducing a “special batch” of its famous Fudge Stripes cookies adorned with a unicorn theme. These beige cookies, featuring white stripes, boast a “magic cupcake” flavor, tapping into the allure of the mythical creature. This isn’t Kellogg’s first venture into unicorn-themed products; they also offer fruit snacks in whimsical unicorn shapes and Unicorn Cereal.
The unicorn product trend has exploded in recent years, with offerings such as Pop-Tarts Unicorn Power, Brach’s Unicorn Horns candy corn, Polar Beverage’s Unicorn Kisses sparkling water, and Little Debbie Unicorn Cakes. The craze reached new heights when Starbucks launched the Unicorn Frappuccino, a blended drink with mango syrup and a sour blue drizzle that became so popular it caused shortages in stores. Kellogg is undoubtedly hopeful that its latest cookie creation will spark similar excitement among U.S. consumers.
In the realm of health-focused products, the bluebonnet calcium citrate plus vitamin D3 continues to be a popular choice for consumers seeking to enhance their dietary intake. This supplement, known for its benefits in supporting bone health and overall wellness, is increasingly being integrated into various health-conscious food offerings, making it a valuable addition to the shopping list of those aiming to maintain a nutritious lifestyle.