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Cultured Dairy, Condiments and Spreads
2012 - 2017

(Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Dips, Dressings, Sour Cream and Spreads)

PRIVATE-LABEL SINGLE-SERVE COTTAGE CHEESE CUPS (posted December 27, 2017)
Meijer adds on-the-go cups of cottage cheese to its cultured dairy line up.
The 5-ounce containers with foil seal contain 2% milkfat small curd cottage cheese.
The plain variety provides 15 grams of protein per container.
The fruit flavors—Pineapple and Strawberry—contains 12 grams of protein.
The single-serve cups retail for 99 cents. Promotion price is 89 cents.
For more information, link HERE.

20% MORE COTTAGE CHEESE, AND NEW FLAVORS (posted December 7, 2017)
Kraft Heinz adds new flavors to its Breakstone’s and Knudsen Cottage Doubles lines.
Honey Vanilla and Mango Habanero join Blueberry, Peach, Pineapple and Raspberry in this dual-compartment format with cottage cheese on one side and topping on the other.
With the new flavors comes a pack size increase, from the former 3.9 ounces to now 20% more, or 4.7 ounces.
A single serving now delivers 9 grams of protein. Calories range from 110 to 130.
The suggested retail price is $1.25 per individual tub.

FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND FRESH DAIRY PARFAIT CONCEPT (posted November 30, 2017)
DMK Group, Germany’s largest dairy cooperative that is backed by more than 8,600 active dairy farmers and around 7,200 employees, unveiled its new strategic innovation platform at Anuga 2017.
This follows the launch of a corporate realignment in spring 2017, whereby the company works as six different business units all with their own innovation plans.
The aim is to strengthen the company’s established position as a leading partner for retail and industry customers.
The business units are: branded, private label/co-packing, industry partner, international, baby and frozen/ice cream.
“Each business unit works independently of each other, which allows them to innovate on their own,” said Oliver Bartelt, head of corporate communications. “This way they can make decisions faster. And it’s already paying off by what we were able to debut at this year’s Anuga.”
One such innovation is the Milram to-go concept “Frischer Genuss.”
The assortment consists of three products: quark-creme, classic rice pudding and skyr.
Each Milram-branded 185-gram clear plastic cup is filled half way with one of the products. The cups are sealed to maintain freshness for about three-weeks.
Retailers receive the sealed cups, along with dome lids and sealing tape, so they can turn the product into fresh parfaits with fruits, nuts, granola, etc., on an as-needed basis.
This decreases waste in terms of on-site scooping of product into cups as well as reduced shelf life because of opened perishability.
“Ready-to-eat snacks with fresh ingredients are totally on-trend. Consumers expect ultra-fresh products with a hand-made character in this segment,” says Matthias Rensch, chief operating officer at DMK Brand. “With Milram Frischer Genuss, our retail partners can respond to their customers’ continuing demand from now on and give sales an added boost. The new to-go concept combines ultra-fresh convenience with well-known brand quality and minimal handling.”
For more information, link HERE.

HOLIDAY-INSPIRED DAIRY DESSERT DIPS (posted November 7, 2017)
Just in time for the holiday entertaining season, Reser’s Fine Foods introduces three sweet additions to its Stonemill Kitchens premium dip line.
Made with real ingredients like crème fraiche, pumpkin, maple syrup and peppermint bark, these dessert dips are ideal for both entertaining and everyday indulgence, and they are made without high fructose corn syrup or artificial flavors.
“It’s time to think beyond savory dips and chips for holiday entertaining,” says Nathan Roe, category and brand manager. “These dessert dips are a fresh idea for added flavor versatility and visual appeal.”
The tree varieties are: Gingerbread Dessert Dip, Peppermint Bark and Pumpkin Spice.
Recipe ideas are included under every lid.
These seasonal dips are now available and will be offered through December.
The suggested retail price for a 10-ounce container is $4.99.
For more information, link HERE.

LIGHT AND FLAVORFUL KEFIR DIPS (posted November 2, 2017)
A&M Gourmet Foods grows its refrigerated dairy dip line.
New Simply Simple Kefir Dips are gluten free, made with GMO-free ingredients and contain probiotics.
The five flavors are: Chipotle Artichoke, Chimichurri, Masala, and Roasted Red Pepper Spicy Creole.
All varieties come in 8-ounce plastic containers and in 2-ounce portion cups sold in four packs.
A 2-tablespoon serving contains 70 calories. The portion packs contains two servings.
For more information, link HERE.

HIGH-PROTEIN CULTURED DAIRY SNACK (posted October 25, 2017)
Germany’s Ehrmann introduces Qjo, a new concept in cultured dairy.
Qjo is neither yogurt nor quark curd. It is simply the best of both: a special product that is creamy like a yogurt and full-bodied like a curd.
It is made using double the amount of milk in yogurt. It relies on filtration technology to concentrate the protein and minerals. This ensures the special creaminess of Qjo with low fat content.
Watch this VIDEO to learn more.
Qjo comes in four flavors. They are: Blueberry, Peach-Maracuja, Raspberry and Strawberry.
Qjo contains about 25 to 30% less sugar than a normal fruit yogurt or fruit quark.
For more information, link HERE.

NEW DIP FLAVORS DEBUT WITH UPDATED GRAPHICS (posted October 3, 2017)
La Terra Fina invests to differentiate through premiumization.
Ripe artichokes, deep green spinach, lemons and chunks of Parmesan cheese are among the fresh ingredients that adorn the new, modern packaging debuting from La Terra Fina, the Bay Area company known for its dips, spreads and quiches.
La Terra Fina’s brand revitalization marks a shift for the company to include a food-inspired focus, with a fresh, contemporary and worldly vibe.
A new logo is featured on all packaging and marketing materials, including an updated website. New packaging showcases vibrant, real-food photography that highlights the fresh ingredients used in each product.
Over the last three decades, the brand has grown exponentially with increased distribution, an expanded management team and an increasing number of hand-crafted products made with clean ingredients and bold new flavors, including the most recent introductions: Lemon Pepper & Asiago Dip & Spread and Spicy Green Chile & Cheese Dip & Spread (spicy chile and jalapeño peppers blended with sharp cheddar cheese).
“A fresh look at our packaging was long overdue,” says Stephanie Robbins, director of brand development. “Our goal is to reflect our emphasis on premium ingredients and flavors, along with our passion for making food you’d be proud to call homemade.”
The re-imagined design debuts on store shelves nationwide this month.
In an effort to minimize environmental impact, the dip packaging is made from 35% recycled PET materials.
The suggested retail price is $4.99 per 10-ounce container.
For more information, link HERE.

GREEK-STYLE CURD CHEESE (posted September 20, 2017)
Karwendel in Germany introduces Exquisa Quark Crème.
This full-bodied, creamy Greek-style curd cheese comes in four varieties.
They are: Blackberry, Honey, Peach and Strawberry.
The 150-gram cups contain 180 calories, 7 to 7.5 grams of fat, 18 grams of sugar and 8 to 9 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

COTTAGE CHEESE MAKEOVER AND NEW VARIETIES (posted September 7, 2018)
Good Culture Cottage Cheese debuts a packaging rebrand and two new varieties.
“We wanted to create a more modern design that clearly communicated what’s inside the cup, while building a stronger emotional connection with our consumer,” says Jesse Merrill, CEO and co-founder. “Our new packaging breaks through the clutter on shelf, drives greater taste appeal, clearly communicates product benefits, and amplifies our brand personality.”
In bringing excitement back to the cottage cheese shelf with its grass-fed, high-protein, additive-free cottage cheese, Good Culture has a clear message--every little bit of good, always makes everything else better--better food, better body, better mind and spirit, better world.
Filled with real, simple ingredients, new Organic Mango single-serve cups are available now in Whole Foods Market stores across the nation.
Creamy and dessert-worthy, Natural Peach single-serve cups will launch in select grocers in October.
Made with grass-fed milk from cows that graze freely on small sustainable family farms in Wisconsin, Good Culture Cottage Cheese contains 16 to 19 grams of naturally occurring protein (from the milk) per 5.3-ounce cup.
The “good” in the brand name doesn’t just refer to the cottage cheese. The company has partnered with 1% for the Planet. Each time a consumer purchases a cup of good culture, 1% of the sale goes to a global network of nonprofit organizations dedicated to protecting the environment.
For more information, link HERE.

LIMITED-EDITION CREAM CHEESE FLAVOR (posed September 4, 2017)
Walmart offers zesty cream cheese spread.
This summer, the superstore retailer grew its private-label cream cheese spread line.
Great Value Blueberry & Lemon Zest joined other specialty cream cheese flavors such as Brown Sugar Cinnamon; Chive & Onion; Garden Vegetable; Honey, Almond & Vanilla; and Mixed Berry.
The spreads comes in 8-ounce rectangular tubs and sell for $1.52.

CLEAN-LABEL SQUEEZE CREAM CHEESE (posted August 30, 2017)
Denmark’s Arla Foods expands the cream cheese spreads line exported into the U.S.
The company began exporting cream cheese to the U.S. in early 2017.
Read more about the initial launch HERE.
The product line is all about containing less than half of the ingredients and a better nutrition profile than other common cream cheese spreads.
The company is growing the line with two squeezable formats that come in 6.2-ounce stand-up plastic bottles.
The Original plain variety’s ingredient statement is: buttermilk, cream, skim milk, whey protein concentrate, salt, citrus fibers and cheese culture.
The Strawberry variety’s ingredient statement is: buttermilk, cream, strawberry, sugar, water, strawberry juice concentrate, skim milk, salt, cornstarch, black carrot juice concentrate, lemon juice concentrate, natural flavoring and cheese culture.
Arla is 100% farmer owned. The company states that it makes the cream cheese at its own dairies from its farmers’ milk, so you always know where it comes from, “from our dairy farm to your fridge.”
For more information, link HERE.

AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN DIPS (posted August 17, 2017)
Karoun Dairies introduces Blue Isle Mediterranean Yogurt Dips.
Made using a traditional recipe, the rich, creamy probiotic yogurt dips come in three varieties.
They are: Hummus (chickpeas, garlic and parsley), Masala (masala spice mix) and Tzatziki (cucumber, garlic and dill).
The dips also function as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
For more information, link HERE.

RESTAURANT-INSPIRED MEXICAN DIPS (posted August 10, 2017)
Simply Fresh Foods introduces Rojo’s queso dips.
A first for the company, the new queso dips come in two varieties. They are:
Salsa Con Queso: tangy sour cream is blended with creamy cotija and cream cheeses and mixed with fresh tomatoes, onions and jalapeno peppers
Queso Blanco: Monterey Jack and cotija cheeses are combined with zesty green chiles and jalapenos
“We couldn’t think of a better product than Queso Dips to join our Rojo’s family of signature salsas,” says Mark Miller, vice president of marketing. “Our fans are always looking for new and delicious ways to enhance their menus and gatherings, so we are proud to be able to offer them even more reason to add Rojo’s to their chip and dip buffet or favorite Mexican-inspired meal.”
Available in 12-ounce tubs, the new refrigerated queso dips have a suggested retail price of $4.69.
For more information, link HERE.

KID-DESIGNED YOGURT-BASED VEGGIE DIPS (posted August 1, 2017)
Vegy Vida LLC introduces namesake squeezable dip line.
According to the company, nine out of 10 children in the U.S. do not eat enough vegetables. They hope to change this with the introduction of Vegy Vida Kids’ Dip ‘n More
This line of refrigerated Greek yogurt-based squeezable dips is designed for young palates.
The products are formulated with cucumber extract, which works to soften the bitter flavors of vegetables, according to co-founder and food scientist Josh Young, who says that children have three times more taste buds than adults. This results in an over sensitivity to bitter taste, often making them picky eaters.
Vegy Vida Kids’ Dip ‘n More comes in Creamy Ranch, Cheesy Cheddar, Savory Bacon, Zesty Southwest and Cool Buffalo varieties.
As the name implies, it is more than a dip, as it can be used as an ingredient in vegetable-focused recipes ranging from pasta salad to baked sides.
A 2-tablespoon serving contains 50 calories, 2 grams of fat and 8 grams of protein from the Greek yogurt and whey protein concentrate.
An 8-ounce plastic bottle contains about eight servings and has a suggested retail price of $3.59.
All of the recipes are sugar free and made with no preservatives or bioengineered ingredients.
The company currently is working on a dairy-free formulation, as well as new flavor varieties.
For more information, link HERE.

GLOBALLY INSPIRED DAIRY-BASED DIPS (posted July 26, 2017)
Australia’s Chris’ Dips introduces a new range of dips inspired by foreign travel destinations.
The Festivale Exotic Global Dips line consists of four flavors.
Corn, Chili & Lime Mexican Inspired Dip is whole corn kernels enlivened with red bell pepper pieces and a burst of chili and lime in a cream cheese base.
Mediterranean Tirokafteri Spicy Fetta Dip is a traditional Greek dip of feta cheese chunks in a smooth cream cheese and yogurt base spiced with chilies and undertones of olive oil.
Southern Smashed Avocado & Fetta Dip is almost half smashed avocados that gets blended with feta and cream cheese and gets a kick from tangy lemon and a hint of parsley.
Sweet Potato & Coconut Sri Lankan Style Dip is an aromatic and flavorful curry in a yogurt base with roasted sweet potato infused with coconut and spices.
The dips are packaged in bright colored 170-gram containers designed to evoke memories of food and travel.
Chris’ Dips says it has created the range to target those who have a passion for food from across the world.
For more information, link HERE.

SMOOTH, PLAIN, SIMPLE COTTAGE CHEESE (posted July 17, 2017)
Gay Lea grows its successful Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese brand.
It’s been two years since Canada’s Gay Lea debuted the Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese line in snack-size cups. You can read about the initial launch HERE.
Due to the product’s success, the company is now offering a plain variant in a multi-serving (450 grams) container for enjoyment on its own or for use in recipes.
Packed with protein, Nordica Smooth Plain has all the benefits of cottage cheese without the lumpy texture.
A 100-gram serving contains 80 calories, 2 grams of fat and 12 grams of protein.
The product is made using a simple recipe with no added sugar.
The rollout is supported with two TV campaigns. The clips can be viewed HERE and HERE.
For more information, link HERE.

FLAVORED SQUEEZE SOUR CREAM (posted June 7, 2017)
Cacique introduces convenient form of sour cream topping.
The new Mexican Style sour creams made their debut at IDDBA 2017 this week in Anaheim.
The authentic flavored creams come in 12-ounce plastic squeeze bottles.
Varieties are: Chipotle, Cilantro Lime and Spicy Jalapeno.
For more information, link HERE.

PREMIUM LAYERED DIP (posted May 30, 2017)
Simply Fresh Foods introduces a new Rojo’s dairy-based dip.
Just in time for Memorial Day entertaining, Rojo’s, a manufacturer of refrigerated, restaurant-style salsas and dips, rolled out Black Bean, Corn & Chorizo 5-Layer Dip.
As the brand’s latest offering to modernize the prepared dips category, Rojo’s new layer dip reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality products made with fresh ingredients.
“People love Rojo’s for its use of real ingredients—and for always delivering on freshness and flavor,” says Mark Miller, vice president of marketing at Simply Fresh Foods. “Our newest Layer Dip takes chips and dip to a whole new level of deliciousness, satisfying the need for both grab-and-go convenience and great taste. And like all our foods, Rojo’s Black Bean, Corn & Chorizo 5-Layer Dip features traditional Mexican flavors and homemade quality, just like you made it yourself.”
Available in 20-ounce tubs, the new Layer Dip is gluten-free and stacked with protein-packed black beans; Rojo’s signature fresh corn, chili and black bean salsa; hearty chorizo queso; rich sour cream and sharp cheddar cheese.
The dip made its debut in the refrigerated section at Sam’s Club stores.
The dip is sold in two packs for $8.98.
For more information, link HERE.

REFRIGERATED DAIRY DIPS WITH KICK (posted May 22, 2017)
Scott Brothers introduces Tapatio Sour Cream Dips.
Scott Brothers, a more than 100-year-old California dairy, introduces three sour cream dips under the licensed Tapatio brand.
Made with Tapatio salsa picante and sour cream made from “Real California Milk”—packages carry the seal—the dips come in three varieties: Chipotle, Jalapeno and Tapatio.
They are described as having medium heat and being “cold, robust and irresistible.”
The dips come in clear plastic 14-ounce containers, with a 2-tablespoon serving containing about 50 calories.
For more information, link HERE.

CLUB STORE PACK OF SINGLE-SERVE FRUITED COTTAGE CHEESE (posted February 1, 2017)
Kemps introduces Cottage Cheese Singles.
The 12-pack club store item contains six single-serve 160-gram containers of both blueberry and strawberry varieties.
A cup contains 160 calories, 6 grams of fat, 13 grams of sugar and 14 grams of protein.
Whey protein concentrate assists with achieving the higher protein content.
The product retails as Costco for $9.89.
For more information, link HERE.

SAVORY CREAMY CHEESE DIPS (posted January 24, 2017)
Alouette introduced three cheese dips at the Winter Fancy Food Show.
The new cheese dips are based on pasteurized cultured milk and cream and come loaded with identifiable pieces of real vegetables.
Varieties are: Cucumber Ranch, Mediterranean Vegetable (eggplant, onion, zucchini and red bell peppers) and Onion Medley (onions and chives).
The dips come in 8-ounce cups, with each 2-tablespoon serving containing 50 calories, 3.5 to 4 grams of fat and 2 grams of protein.
Labels feature bold photography illustrating the vegetables.

To read more about this product, link HERE to the January 20, 2017, blog titled "Cultured Dairy Product Trends 2017: Whole-ly Cow!"

ETHNIC-STYLE SOUR CREAM TOPPER (posted January 17, 2017)
Lala Group redesigns and repositions its Mexican Style Sour Cream.
Described as being smoother, thicker and creamier than regular sour cream, the Lala product has a silky texture that makes it a perfect Mexican food condiment, as well as a cooking cream for American dishes.
The product comes in 16- and 24-ounce plastic tubs, with a 2-tablespoon serving containing 80 calories, 8 grams of fat and 1 gram of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

CULINARY-INSPIRED REFRIGERATED DAIRY DIPS (posted January 12, 2017)
Lakeview Farms introduces Kitchen Crafted Dips.
The new line comes in 12 varieties. They are: Artichoke Jalapeno, Buffalo Blue Cheese, Creamy Jalapeno, Cucumber Garlic Ranch, Dill, Fire Roasted Red Pepper, Mango Peach Salsa, Mediterranean, Salsa Sour Cream, Spicy Three Pepper, Spinach Parmesan & Bacon, and Sweet Onion & Bacon.
The dill variety is based on whole milk and cream, while the others are made with sour cream, with some also including cream cheese.
Mediterranean is a unique blend of artichokes, feta cheese, olives, peppers and more.
A 2-tablespoon serving contains 40 to 110 calories, 1.5 to 10 grams of fat and 1 to 3 grams of protein, depending on variety.
The dips come in either 10- or 12-ounce tubs.
For more information, link HERE.

SWEET OR SAVORY GREEK YOGURT WITH DIPPERS (January 3, 2017)
General Mills introduces Yoplait Dippers.
The dome-style container includes sweet or savory nonfat yogurt in one part and crunchy dippers in the other.
The new single-serve packs come in six varieties. They are:
Caramelized Banana Greek Yogurt and Choco-Drizzled Pretzels
Chipotle Ranch Greek Yogurt and Tortilla Chips
Coffee Chocolate Chunk Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Crisps
Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Greek Yogurt and Choco-Drizzled Pretzels
Toasted Coconut Greek Yogurt and Honey Oat Crisps
Vanilla Bean Greek Yogurt and Honey Oat Crisps
The on-the-go snack packs contain 230 to 250 calories, 4 to 8 grams of fat, 10 to 11 grams of protein, 16 to 17 grams of sugar and 1 to 2 grams of fiber, depending on variety.
For more information, link HERE.

PRIVATE-LABEL SINGLE-SERVE COTTAGE CHEESE CUPS (posted December 28, 2016)
Wal-Mart offers Great Value brand snack-size cottage cheese cups.
The 5-ounce single-serve portion cups come in four varieties.
The three fruited (fruit-on-the-bottom) varieties are Peach, Pineapple and Strawberry and provide 140 calories, 2.5 grams of fat and 12 grams of protein.
The plain variety contains 120 calories, 3 grams of fat and 16 grams of protein.
The single-portion cups sell for 88 cents at Wal-Mart stores.

CULINARY INSPIRED GREEK YOGURT-BASED SPREAD (posted December 14, 2016)
Kroger offers Private Selection Fruit & Yogurt Spread.
The retailer’s private-label Private Selection brand emphasizes fresh, authentic ingredients to bring consumers innovative culinary experiences.
The gourmet and artisan brand continually changes as food trends evolve, so there’s always something new to keep consumers interested, according to the company.
The Fruit & Yogurt Spread line comes in Mandarin Orange, Raspberry and Strawberry flavors.
The product is based on Greek yogurt and fruit preparation and comes in 8-ounce clear plastic tubs.
A 2-tablespoon serving contains 80 calories, 5 grams of fat, 6 grams of sugar and 1 gram of protein.
The tub sells for about $2.29 in all of Kroger’s supermarket concepts.

YOGURT-BASED DIPS AND COOKING SAUCES (posted December 5, 2016)
Habibi Gourmet continues to expand distribution of its recently introduced all-natural Dip-It dairy line beyond Southeast Texas.
The company prides itself on offering a line of all-natural yogurt-based dips with unique flavors and textures.
The five varieties are: Chipotle, Cilantro, Jalapeño, Olives and Piquín.
The fresh-tasting, culinary-inspired product can be used as a base to create salad dressings and sauces for pasta, fish, shrimp and chicken. It can be used as a dip or spread to accompany bread, crackers and crudites.
The business is owned and operated by Pilar Gonzalez, a food connoisseur, with a vast amount of knowledge in food preparation and marketing. She uses her knowledge and experience to develop recipes and serving suggestions.
For more information, link HERE.

COTTAGE CHEESE-BASED DIP AND SPREAD (posted November 29, 2016)
A&M Gourmet introduces simply simple.
Low-fat cottage cheese gets blended with herbs and spices into a smooth dip and spread.
Two varieties of 8-ounce cups are already in the marketplace. They are Chipotle Lime and Herb & Garlic. More are in development.
Both flavors also are available in 2-ounce single-serve portion containers sold in four packs.
The 2-ounce portions are currently part of the brand’s Protein Pickup refrigerated snack pack, which also contains quinoa crackers and an energy bar.
All of the simply simple dips and spreads are made with GMO-free ingredients and are gluten free.
For more information, link HERE.

PRIVATE-LABEL CULINARY-INSPIRED CREAM CHEESE SPREADS (posted November 24, 2016)
Supervalu offers Culinary Circle Cream Cheese Spreads.
The gourmet spreads can be used on bagels, crackers, crudites and more.
The four varieties are:
Blueberry & Lemon Zest Cream Cheese;
Honey, Almond & Vanilla Cream Cheese;
Kalamata Olive & Feta Cream Cheese; and
Sriracha & Scallion Cream Cheese.
Each two-tablespoon serving contains 100 calories.
For more information, link HERE.

MAKING CREAM CHEESE AN ON-THE-GO SNACK (posted November 9, 2016)
Kraft Heinz introduces Philadelphia multi-grain bagel chips and cream cheese dip snacks.
The 2.5-ounce dual-compartment pack varies in flavor of cream cheese dip.
There are four. They are: Brown Sugar and Cinnamon, Chive and Onion, Garden Vegetable and Strawberry.
With snacking now ubiquitous--more than three in five (64%) consumers agree that snacking is necessary to get through the day, including 77% of millennials, according to research from Chicago-based Mintel—cheese marketers such as Kraft Heinz are aggressively developing what they believe will be a winner with the growing number of snackers.
Mintel data also show that millennials are more likely to be motivated by healthy snack options (68%); and that three in four (73%) consumers are willing to pay extra for snacks made with high-quality ingredients.

CHEF-INSPIRED REAL SOUR CREAM DIPS (posted November 1, 2016)
Just in time for holiday entertaining, Prairie Farms is launching a specialty dip line that is on-trend with evolving food cultures.
The bold and spicy dips, made with simple ingredients, are bursting with flavor and are sure to instantly accelerate taste buds from 0 to 100.
Prairie Farms Chef’s Splendor Dips are available in three varieties: Roasted Red Pepper, Spicy Ranch and Tzatziki.
They are made by blending real sour cream with different vegetables and spices to achieve a delicious, thick and creamy texture.
The full-flavored dips are crafted in small batches with milk and cream from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones, use natural ingredients and are gluten free.
According to Prairie Farms’ Chef Rob Lagerlof, “They’re not just for dipping. I’ve been busy creating quick and easy recipes and serving suggestions using Prairie Farms Chef’s Splendor Dips for my new video series. My tasty signature recipes for Spicy Ranch Chicken Sandwich, Tzatziki Burger and Four Layer Dip will disappear bite by bite, guaranteed!”
“We’re thrilled to add the new dip flavors to our growing line of Prairie Farms Chef’s Splendor specialty products,” says Rebecca Leinenbach, vice president, marketing and communications at Prairie Farms. “The foodie movement is all about creativity in the kitchen, and our specialty line of products provides options for our customers to experience incredible new taste sensations from their favorite brand that has been trusted for over 75 years and is instantly recognized throughout the Midwest. Our line of specialty products will also increase opportunities for new distribution in specialty food stores.”
Prairie Farms Chef’s Splendor specialty milk lineup, which was the company’s first introduction in the specialty food category, was launched in 2015 and has received industry recognition for bringing exciting seasonal flavors to the dairy case. (Indeed, Prairie Farms is the leader in the U.S. premium flavored milk category.)
The new Prairie Farms Chef’s Splendor Dips are packaged in 12-ounce plastic containers.
The high-definition graphics are printed on a clear container and define the essence of the product with craft lettering and crisp images of the corresponding flavor inspirations that allow consumers to easily identify the flavors.
Marketing efforts include targeted ads in digital and social channels, in-store sampling, product giveaways, Chef Rob’s video series, special promotions and point of sale.
The dips can be found in dairy departments and are being cross-marketed in produce departments.
The suggested retail price is $2.39.
For more information, link HERE.

DUAL-COMPARTMENT, SINGLE-SERVE COTTAGE CHEESE (posted October 20, 2016)
Switzerland’s Zuger Frischkase introduces cottage cheese with a savory topping at SIAL this week in Paris.
Attending SIAL? Check out the product in Hall 7 Booth D 025. It is a Select SIAL Innovation 2016.
This 140-gram dual-compartment product houses whole milk cottage cheese on the bottom and a savory blend of dried vegetables and seeds in the attached dome.
Each single-serve container provides 190 calories, 9.5 grams of fat and 15 grams of protein, making this a very satiating snack or meal replacement.
For more information, link HERE.

HAND-CRAFTED, ARTISAN CREAM CHEESE (posted October 5, 2016)
Melanie’s Medleys grows its cream cheese spreads line.
The clean-label, small-batch cream cheese now comes in Cinnamon Toast and Salted Caramel flavors, which join Blueberry, Chives, Garlic & Herb, Honey Pecan, Horseradish & Cheddar, Plain Whipped (regular and reduced fat), Raisin Apple & Cinnamon, Scallion (regular and reduced fat), Strawberry, Vanilla Walnut & Raisin and Vegetable (regular and reduced fat), as well as limited-edition seasonal Cranberry and Pumpkin Pie.
The 7.5-ounce tubs of gluten-free spreads contain no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives and are made with all non-GMO ingredients.
For more information, link HERE.

SINGLE-SERVE FARMER CHEESE CUPS (posted September 26, 2016)
Lifeway introduces plain and flavored farmer cheese in individually portioned cups.
Farmer cheese is a dry-curd cultured dairy product.
This product line is made in small batches and comes in single-serve 6-ounce cups.
There are six varieties. They are: Apricot, Blueberry Lavender, Cherry, Plain, Plum and Strawberry Rosehip.
The new line is made with 2% reduced-fat milk sourced from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones and comes loaded with the company’s proprietary blend of 12 probiotic cultures.
The fruited varieties all contain 230 calories, 7 grams of fat and 13 grams of protein.
Plain contains 210 calories, 8 grams of fat and 16 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

To read more about this product, link to the September 23, 2016, blog titled “Expo East 2016 Highlights for Dairy Foods Processors: Value-Added Dairy Products that Appeal to Millennials,” by linking HERE.

HIGH-PROTEIN CULTURED DAIRY PRODUCT (posted September 22, 2016)
Jersey Girls Dairy introduces Vermont Quark.
The new fresh curd product is made in small batches from the skimmed milk of Jersey cows.
It is hand-packed in 8-ounce, 2-pound and 5-pound containers.
Jersey Girls Dairy Vermont Quark is also offered in Sweet Spreadables and Savory Spreadables, in 8 ounce sizes, as well as in multiple pack sizes for retail or restaurant use, including an 8-ounce 12-pack, 1-pound six-pack and 2- or 5-pound chef packs for foodservice.
The Sweet Spreadables come in three flavors. They are: Caramelized Onion and Chive, Local Blueberry Jam, and Honey and Cracked Black Pepper.
The Savory Spreadables come in three flavors. They are: Bacon and Horseradish, Fresh Herb Blend, and Local Smoked Trout.
Quark is a soft and mild fresh cheese made from pasteurized skimmed milk. It can be used as a spread for toast or a bagel, as well as a base ingredient for dips and sauces
It’s a high-protein replacement in most recipes for cream cheese, ricotta, sour cream or yogurt.
For more information, link HERE.

CLEAN-LABEL REFRIGERATED DAIRY DIPS (posted August 29, 2016)
Garden Fresh Gourmet LLC, introduces Simple Earth dips.
These refrigerated dips start with a base of whole milk sour cream and nonfat yogurt.
Ingredient statements are simple and feature only common, every day ingredients.
The 8-ounce dips come in three gluten-free varieties. They are: French Onion, Spinach and Tzatziki.
A 2-tablespoon serving contains 30 calories, 2 grams of fat and 1 gram of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

To read more about this product, link to the August 26, 2016, blog entitled "Probiotics and Lactose Free: Product Attributes Driving Innovation in the Cultured Dairy Products Sector," by linking HERE.

BIG, BOLD FLAVOR SOUR CREAM DIP FOR BBQ AND TAILGATING SEASON (posted August 25, 2016)
HP Hood LLC introduces Heluva Good! limited-edition Tabasco flavor dip.
The new flavor features the peppery punch of Tabasco brand Original Red Sauce.
Heluva Good! partnered with Tabasco, a registered brand of McIlhenny Company, Avery Island, La.
This new hot and spicy sour cream-based dip has been available since the onset of summer in dairy cases throughout the Northeast, Southeast and Midwest U.S.
“Heluva Good! Dips are known for bold, mouthwatering flavors, so the introduction of limited-edition Tabasco flavor is a natural fit,” says Sarah Barow, spokesperson for Heluva Good!.
“Big, bold flavor is at the heart of everything we do at McIlhenny, so we are very excited to be partnering with Heluva Good! to bring our signature flavor to the dairy case,” says Jason West, McIlhenny Company Chief Marketing Officer.
Heluva Good!’s existing dip varieties include Bacon Horseradish, Bodacious Onion, Buttermilk Ranch, French Onion, Jalapeño Cheddar and White Cheddar & Bacon.
For more information, link HERE.

QUARK WITH FRUIT IN A POUCH (posted August 17, 2016)
Protein brand Fuel10K introduces an ambient pouch dairy protein product to the U.K. market.
The new Quark with Fruit squeezy pouches deliver yogurt-style, high-protein meals in handy resealable packs that are low in fat and free from added refined sugar, according to the company.
The new product will launch in supermarket Sainsbury’s, followed by Asda, in the last quarter of 2016.
The 150-gram pouches come in four flavor combinations. They are: Mango and Passionfruit, Raspberry and Blueberry, Strawberry and Banana, and Vanilla Bean and Honey.
“Fuel10K is all about delivering fast, easy and healthy protein breakfasts that taste great. Quark has some fantastic qualities that are a perfect fit. It’s an excellent source of natural protein that helps you feel fuller for longer and it’s low in fat. We have been working on the project for over 18 months so it is great to finally have something for both our retailers and consumers,” says Barney Mauleverer, company founder.
An integrated marketing campaign will support the launch of Fuel10K’s new Quark with Fruit, including an extensive sampling exercise as part of its role as the official breakfast of Tough Mudder, the endurance race designed to challenge the toughest of athletes.
For more information, link HERE.

SINGLE-SERVE LOW-FAT COTTAGE CHEESE CUPS (posted August 10, 2016)
Muuna cottage cheese debuts in the U.S.
The brainchild of Gerard Meyer, the former CEO of Soda Stream North America, Muuna is set to modernize the cottage cheese industry by offering a new taste and creamy texture experience by combining the innovative dairy technology with a proprietary recipe and high-quality ingredients, according to the company.
The 150-gram cups come in plain, as well as five fruit flavors, all made with 2% milk.
The plain option provides 120 calories, 3 grams of fat, 4 grams of sugar and 19 grams of protein.
The five fruit-on-bottom offerings are: Blueberry, Mango, Peach, Pineapple and Strawberry.
They contains 130 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 15 grams of protein and 9 to 11 grams of sugar, depending on variety.
Free of artificial colors, flavors and sweetener, as well as gluten, the cottage cheese gets a protein boost from the addition of milk protein concentrate.
“Cottage cheese has been around forever, and mainly thought of as a diet food. The same was true for yogurt, but yogurt innovated while cottage cheese remained stuck in the past,” says Meyer. “At Muuna, we decided to reimagine cottage cheese, inside and out, down to our unique, beautiful cup. Today’s consumers want good food that tastes delicious, but cottage cheese has developed a reputation as boring and bland. So we spent years creating a proprietary recipe that delivers a melt-in-your-mouth, creamy cottage cheese combined with premium, real pieces of fruit, which will surprise and delight your taste buds.”
The single-serve cups have a suggested retail price of $1.69. There are also 16-ounce multi-serve containers of select flavors selling for $3.49.
Product debuts this week in the Northeast United States.
For more information, link HERE.

SMALL BATCH, FROM SCRATCH GOURMET DIPS (posted July 25, 2016)
Robert Rothschild introduces a line of premium dairy-based dips.
Fancy food purveyor Robert Rothschild has built a business around the mantra of being “small batch and from scratch.”
That’s what you get with the new dairy-based dip and spread line that debuted at the Summer Fancy Food Show at the end of June.
The farm-fresh dips that are free of preservatives come in six culinary-inspired varieties. They are all on-trend flavors, often having sweet meet heat.
They are: Artichoke Spinach, Buffalo Blue Cheese, Hot Pepper Peach, Onion Blossom Horseradish, Roasted Pineapple & Habanero, and Roasted Red Pepper & Onion.
The dips come in 8-ounce plastic tubs and will be merchandised in specialty deli and dairy cases.
For more information, link HERE.

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