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Madhava is expanding its Cocomels portfolio with the introduction of <1g Sugar Chocolate-Covered Sea Salt and Crispy Bites. The vegan and keto-friendly offerings are made with dark chocolate that is sweetened with the natural sugar alternative allulose. Both products are free from dairy, gluten, corn syrup, palm oil and artificial ingredients, and contain less than 1g of sugar and 100 calories per serving. The Crispy Bites feature coconut milk caramel coated in dark chocolate and crisped quinoa, while Cocomels’ other new offering is made with a hint of sea salt to balance the coconut milk caramel. Cocomels founder, JJ Rademaekers, said: “We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients, like our vegan, low-sugar coconut milk caramel and chocolate sweetened with all-natural allulose, so consumers can enjoy a great-tasting sweet treat without the high sugar intake”. The new offering will be available via the Cocomels website and Amazon, as well as at Sprouts Farmers Market stores, with a further rollout planned for later in the year. The launch follows the introduction of dark chocolate toffee bites last year.