Silk rolls out plant-based yogurt alternative for children

Danone North America’s roster of children’s-focused products is expanding.

Recently, the company announced the launch of several new plant-based products from its Silk brand.

Silk Kids Almondmilk Yogurt Alternative contains calcium, vitamin D, is Non-GMO Project Verified, free of peanuts, gluten and lactose, and comes in three flavors — mixed berry, apple cinnamon and strawberry.

“This is a crucial time for parents across the country, and Danone North America has convened an important conversation with industry experts to discuss the current challenges in children's nutrition due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” Lia Stierwalt, senior director of marketing for Silk Plant-Based Yogurt Alternatives said. “We are happy to announce the launch of Silk Kids Almondmilk Yogurt Alternative as part of the solution, expanding our company's kid's portfolio and platform with a delicious plant-based option that kids love, and parents can feel good about.”

In addition, Danone North America announced a donation of more than $100,000 in kid’s products to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, the company said.