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“1 in 3 consumers buys plant-based foods on a weekly basis.” – Taste Tomorrow

What began as a grassroots movement against animal cruelty has evolved into a food revolution. This shift is not just about avoiding animal products but embracing diverse food choices and recognizing their environmental impact. Consumers now search for options that are both good for them and for the planet, changing their preference to plant-based alternatives.

Research indicates that plant-based foods generally contain fewer calories, less saturated fat, and lower cholesterol, while being higher in fiber compared to their animal-based counterparts1-6. Therefore, consuming plant-based alternatives is a healthy step towards a balanced, diverse diet.


 

The rise of plant-based foods

According to Innova Market Insights, the plant-based segment is one of the fastest-growing in the food industry, with recent statistics to back it up:

  • Pastries and sweet goods product launches grew by 61% year on year.
  • Baking ingredients and mixes increased by 60%.
  • Cookies and biscuits were up by 43%.

Puratos is leading the way in plant-based innovation

At Puratos, we are dedicated to developing plant-based alternatives to eggs, dairy, and butter, without compromising on taste, texture, functionality, or safety.

We are committed to:

  • 100% removal of animal-based ingredients in our plant-based range.
  • Creating plant-based solutions that are as nutritious as possible.
  • Ensuring our products are as clean as possible.

We also offer a wide range of naturally plant-based solutions, including bread mixes, improvers, sourdoughs, specialty grains, specialty fats, glazes, fruit fillings, and dark chocolate.

We focus on enhancing the nutritional profiles of our plant-based ingredients, inserting them in creative recipes that balance taste and health.

Go plant-based with Puratos

With our plant-based product range, we aim to provide you with inspiration, supreme taste and texture, and the ultimate joy of doing something good. So that you can take care of yourself, your consumers, and our planet.

Our plant-based solutions
Softgrain Treize
Our newest Softgrain features the widest assortment of grains and seeds yet, featuring a meticulously selected blend of 13 different grains and seeds.
Easy Brioche
Easy Brioche is one mix for many applications. A convenient mix to make soft and sweet breads with incredible freshness and texture. A new kind of innovation from Puratos that offers versatility, easy-of-use, cost savings and freshness!
Intens Freshness CL
Intens Freshness CL is a clean label modular solution based on the latest enzyme technology and help to increase freshness by increasing the softness and moistness of the crumb.
Sunset Glaze
The perfect alternative to traditional egg-washes: it is safe, easy and cost-efficient. Stored at ambient temperature until opened.
Satin Vegan Cake
Satin Vegan Cake mix takes the challenge out of making vegan baked goods
Puratop Swirl N Frost Caramel Icing
Ready-to-spread caramel flavoured fudge icing. High gloss and smooth texture. Warm to use as a dip icing for donuts. Whip to use as an aerated icing. Free of partially hydrogenated fat. NAFNAC
Puratop Swirl N Frost Chocolate Icing
Ready-to-spread chocolate flavoured fudge icing. High gloss and smooth texture. Warm to use as a dip icing for donuts. Whip to use as an aerated icing. Free of partially hydrogenated fat. NAFNAC
Harmony Ready Briant
An apricot-flavoured, pectin-based glaze for fruit tarts, danish, etc. Specifically designed for spray machines.
Belcolade Selection White Plant-Based Cacao-Trace
Plant-based white chocolate coating, suitable for vegans
Consumer insights

Consumer insights

According to Taste Tomorrow, the motivation to eat plant-based is twofold. It’s perceived to be healthy and good for the environment:

  • 70% of consumers agree that a plant-based diet has a positive impact on the environment,
  • 58% agree that a plant-based diet is healthier than an animal-based diet.

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