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What is the forecasted revenue size of the plant-based ice cream industry by 2029?
The plant-based ice cream market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $3.53 billion in 2024 to $4.28 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of plant-based diets, rising popularity of organic food products, a rise in environmental awareness, increasing innovation in dairy alternatives, and rising influence of social media on vegan lifestyles.
The plant-based ice cream market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for healthier dessert options, increasing availability of plant-based ingredients, a rise in plant-based product innovation, expanding distribution channels for plant-based foods, and rising consumer preference for clean label products. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in plant-based ice cream flavors and textures, advanced production technologies for cost-effective manufacturing, the development of cleaner label and organic plant-based ingredients, innovation in packaging for eco-friendly and convenience-focused solutions, and advancements in marketing strategies targeting health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.
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Which industry-specific innovations are acting as key drivers for the plant-based ice cream market?
The increase in consumers of vegan food is expected to propel the growth of the plant-based ice cream market going forward. Vegan foods are foods that do not contain any animal products or by-products. Vegan foods are increasing due to rising health awareness, environmental concerns, and growing demand for cruelty-free, plant-based alternatives. Vegan food consumers are driving demand for plant-based ice cream as they seek dairy-free treats that align with their ethical and health-conscious lifestyles. Plant-based ice cream supports vegan consumers by providing a dairy-free alternative that aligns with their ethical, environmental, and health-conscious lifestyle choices. For instance, in April 2023, according to Plant-Based Foods Association, a US-based trade association, reported that in 2022, 70% of the total U.S. population was consuming plant-based foods, up from 66% in 2021. Therefore, the increase in consumers of vegan food is going to drive the growth of plant-based ice cream market.
Which segment currently leads the plant-based ice cream market in terms of revenue share?
The plant-based ice cream market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product Type: Bars, Cones, Cups Or Tubs, Other Product Types
2) By Source: Soy Milk, Coconut Milk, Almond Milk, Cashew Milk, Other Sources
3) By Flavor: Beans, Nuts, Fruits, Herbs, Other Flavors
4) By Sales Channel: Indirect Sales, Hyper Or Super market, Franchise Outlet, Online, Other Sales Channels
Subsegments:
1) By Bars: Chocolate Coated Bars, Fruit-Based Bars, Nut-Based Bars, Protein-Enriched Bars
2) By Cones: Waffle Cones, Sugar Cones, Gluten-Free Cones, Chocolate-Dipped Cones
3) By Cups Or Tubs: Single-Serve Cups, Multi-Serve Tubs, Organic Plant-Based Ice Cream, Low-Calorie or Light Ice Cream
4) By Other Product Types: Ice Cream Sandwiches, Ice Cream Sticks, Ice Cream Cakes, Ice Cream Popsicles
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What are the key trends shaping the plant-based ice cream market in the forecast period?
Major companies operating in the plant-based ice cream market are focusing on launching new products, such as vegan-based twin flavor ice cream, to attract health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers by offering indulgent yet sustainable dessert options. Vegan ice cream is a dairy-free frozen dessert made from plant-based ingredients such as almond, soy, coconut, or oat milk instead of animal-derived milk. For instance, in February 2024, Magnum, a UK-based frozen dessert brand of Unilever, launched a new vegan ice cream flavor, Chill Blueberry Cookie, as part of its mood-inspired range. This product features a blueberry sorbet core surrounded by vegan milk chocolate and cookie elements, catering to rising consumer demand for plant-based treats and emotionally resonant food experiences that align with specific moods or feelings, in this case, promoting calm or relaxation.
Who are the top competitors in the global plant-based ice cream market?
Major companies operating in the plant-based ice cream market are Nestlé S.A., Danone S.A., Baskin-Robbins, Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Holdings Inc., Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams LLC, Pressed Juicery Inc, Salt & Straw LLC, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream LLC, GoodPop LLC, Vegetarian Express Ltd., Little Red Rooster Ice Cream Company LLC, Booja-Booja Ltd., The Brooklyn Creamery, Cado Inc., Wildgood Inc., McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams Inc., Cosmic Bliss Inc., PapaCream, Natural Ice cream, Poco Ice Cream LLC
What regional dynamics are shaping the future of the global plant-based ice cream market?
North America was the largest region in the plant-based ice cream market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the plant-based ice cream market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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