Superior plant proteins
fit for any lifestyle
Consumers recognize protein as an essential part of their nutrition, supplementing their regular diets with beverages and snacks fortified with this key nutrient. Whey protein has dominated this space since its inception, but as more consumers migrate toward plant-based or flexitarian diets, demand is growing for alternative protein options that deliver on taste, texture, and nutrition. Merit’s portfolio of game-changing plant proteins help unlock the next generation of lifestyle nutrition products – from high protein ready-to-drink beverages to protein bars with optimized texture throughout shelf life, and everything in between.
Functionality
Less grittiness due to high solubility
Sensory
Smooth, non-gritty texture without aftertaste
Nutrition
Increased protein fortification
Plant-Based Protein Bars
Our canola and pea proteins help formulators create plant-based protein bars with boosted nutritive content, exceptionally soft texture throughout shelf life – without bitterness or grit. With the potential to boost protein levels to >20g per serving without sacrificing taste or texture, our ingredients might be the tool you need to help raise the bar!
Concept Selling Feature:
- Reduced bar firmness over time for a positive eating experience
- First taste-forward protein fortified vegan chocolate chips + coating
- >20g of plant protein per serving meets demand for increased fortification
- Ability to achieve a PDCAAS of 1.0*
*Introducing other proteins may affect PDCAAS results.
Plant-Based Ready-to-Mix Powder
When consumers think of plant-based ready-to-mix protein powder, they most likely think of the clumpy, gritty, off-tasting products currently available on the market. Merit’s protein powder concept is shaking up the ready-to-mix beverage category with a smooth, creamy texture and clean taste consumers will drink up!
Concept Selling Features:
- Premium dispersibility and high solubility for a smooth texture
- Neutral profile of protein requires little need for taste masking flavors
- Ability to achieve a PDCAAS of 1.0*
*Introducing other proteins may affect PDCAAS results.
Plant-Based Ready-to-Drink Beverages
Step aside whey and soy: there’s a new protein in town! With premium solubility, and neutral taste – our plant protein is built differently than others currently on the market. This ready-to-drink beverage concept offers high protein levels without gritty mouthfeel.
Concept Selling Features:
- Smooth texture for a dairy-like experience
- Zero sedimentation at the bottom of the bottle
- Low sodium to meet growing consumer demand
