PUBLISHER: KBV Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1785311
PUBLISHER: KBV Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1785311
The Latin America, Middle East and Africa Vegan Dessert Market would witness market growth of 13.1% CAGR during the forecast period (2025-2032).
The Brazil market dominated the LAMEA Vegan Dessert Market by Country in 2024, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $168.8 million by 2032. The Argentina market is showcasing a CAGR of 13.7% during (2025 - 2032). Additionally, The UAE market would register a CAGR of 12.2% during (2025 - 2032).
The LAMEA region has witnessed a notable transformation in dietary preferences, with a growing inclination towards plant-based lifestyles. This shift is driven by increasing health consciousness, environmental concerns, and ethical considerations. Traditionally, desserts in this region have been rich in dairy and eggs, but a shift towards plant-based alternatives has transformed the landscape. In Latin America, countries like Brazil and Argentina have seen a surge in vegan product launches, reflecting a broader trend towards sustainable and health-conscious consumption.
The Middle East, with its rich culinary heritage, is adapting traditional desserts to vegan versions, catering to both local and international markets. Africa, with its diverse cultures and cuisines, is also embracing vegan desserts, particularly in urban centers where awareness and demand are higher. The evolution of the market is also attributed to advancements in food technology, allowing manufacturers to replicate the taste and texture of traditional desserts using plant-based ingredients.
Brazil's vegan dessert market is undergoing a dynamic transformation, reflecting broader changes in consumer behavior, urban food culture, and awareness about health and sustainability. Long known for its rich culinary traditions rooted in dairy and eggs-such as brigadeiros, quindins, and condensed milk-based sweets-Brazil is now becoming increasingly receptive to plant-based alternatives. This shift is driven by a growing segment of the population that is embracing veganism, vegetarianism, or flexitarianism. Urban centers like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Curitiba are at the forefront of this movement, with a notable rise in vegan bakeries, cafes, and grocery shelves featuring non-dairy treats.
Argentina, known for its meat-heavy culinary culture and traditional desserts rich in dairy like dulce de leche, flan, and alfajores, is gradually embracing plant-based food alternatives, including vegan desserts. While the vegan movement in Argentina is still growing relative to Western Europe and North America, it is gaining significant traction among urban, health-conscious consumers. Buenos Aires, Cordoba, and Rosario are emerging as hubs for vegan innovation, where health trends, sustainability awareness, and digital influence converge to reshape consumer preferences.
The United Arab Emirates, particularly Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is quickly becoming a regional hotspot for plant-based culinary innovation, and vegan desserts are a central part of this shift. As a country known for its luxury lifestyle, international influence, and diverse population, the UAE offers fertile ground for the rise of vegan desserts, driven by increasing awareness of health, wellness, sustainability, and ethical consumption. While traditional Emirati desserts like luqaimat and kunafa remain popular, there is growing demand for their plant-based adaptations, alongside a wave of new global vegan desserts. Thus, the LAMEA region's vegan dessert market is growing steadily, fueled by health trends, cultural shifts, and rising eco-awareness.
Based on Product, the market is segmented into Cakes & Pastries, Frozen Desserts, Custards & Puddings, Biscuits/ Cookies, and Other Product. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into HoReCa, Offline Retail Stores, and Online. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Nigeria, and Rest of LAMEA.
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