Greggs set to launch another big vegan menu item in 2020

Undated handout photo issued by Greggs of their new which will go on sale from Thursday. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Issue date: Wednesday January 2, 2019. The bakery chain, which sells 1.5 million traditional sausage rolls per week, said the UK's 3.5 million vegans will be able to enjoy a "next generation" version of its best-selling item. See PA story MONEY Vegan. Photo credit should read: Greggs/PA Wire

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Greggs has announced that it has another profit-boosting vegan launch lined up for January 2020, though hasn't yet revealed what it will be.

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Months of speculation has proceeded Greggs' confirmation of a new product this week: "The rumours are true," said a statement, "We can’t wait to reveal more about the launch and how we will be adding to our vegan menu."

Though speculation is rife, it is likely be using Quorn, a popular choice of manufacturer for fast food outlets when it comes to vegan food in Britain; and pastry.

The vegan sausage roll became one of Greggs' fastest-selling products of all time and remains in the top five on a daily basis. Any protests were washed away by people eager to cut-down on meat but still get their bakery fill.

Demand for vegan food is on the rise, Deliveroo noted recently that sales of plant-based food have shot up some 330 per cent in just two years.