- In June 2024, Bunge launched Beleaf PlantBetter, a plant-based butter alternative for food manufacturers and bakers in North America. The product is made with natural ingredients such as rapeseed, coconut, and cocoa butter, mimicking dairy butter's sensory qualities. It is vegan, lactose-free, dairy-free, and free from soy and palm. Blind studies show its performance matches premium butter, offering cost savings and reduced-price volatility, suitable for baking and cooking
- In October 2023, Wesson introduced two plant-based butter varieties—Wesson Plant Butter (Original) and Wesson Plant Butter (with Olive Oil)—in select northeastern U.S. retailers. These dairy-free, preservative-free butters received positive reviews, with 91% of testers probably to buy them. Made with canola oil and free from cholesterol or trans fats, the launch aligns with Wesson’s brand refresh by Richardson International Ltd., which acquired the brand in 2019
- In September 2023, Dutch plant-based dairy start-up Willicroft launched its plant-based fermented butter, replicating high-end dairy butter without artificial flavorings. Developed using precision fermentation, this butter spreads, bakes, and cooks such as traditional dairy butter. Made from beans and European soybeans from Austria, it has less saturated fat than most plant-based butters while maintaining meltability and spreadability, providing a healthier alternative to conventional options
- In October 2022, Miyoko's Creamery introduced Organic Cultured Oat Milk Butter in U.S. Walmart stores. Made from coconut oil, sunflower oil, and whole-grain oat milk, this USDA Certified Organic butter is free from preservatives and artificial colors. The oat-based alternative offers a delicious, plant-based option for consumers seeking non-dairy butters. Its clean, organic ingredients make it a healthier, environmentally-friendly substitute for traditional butter
- In August 2021, WhiteCub, a pioneering Indian dairy-free food brand, launched the first-ever WhiteCub vegan butter. This butter is created entirely from plant-based ingredients without any dairy content. Rich in vitamin D and B12, the product is free from trans-fat, interesterified fat, and palm oil. As part of its commitment to healthy eating, WhiteCub’s vegan butter provides a nutritious alternative to traditional dairy-based options
