Activia champions gut health with new Proactive line; Resealable packaging bolsters Baskin-Robbins’ Cake in a Box; Rich Product brings chocolate whip in every sip.
EAT. DRINK. DAIRY.
GRAB-AND-GO GOODNESS
GOODLES' Cheddy Mac and Shella Good, a brand of Gooder Foods, Santa Cruz, Calif., are now available in grab-and-go cups. The 16-ounce cup achieves a cooked noodle and cheese consistency, thanks to its functional reattachable lid, the company says. Cheddy Mac delivers 11 grams of protein and six grams of fiber per serving, while Shella Good packs 10 grams of protein and five grams of fiber per serving. Both flavors have 10 nutrients from plants, have earned the Clean Label Purity Award and are kosher certified, the company adds. The cups have a suggested retail price of $2.49.
ACTIVIA GLOW-UP CAMPAIGN
Activia, a brand of Danone North America, launched a new Gut Glow-Up campaign — a science-backed, modern movement designed to help people shine from the inside out. It also introduced its first Gut Glow-Up Guru, Dr. Amy Shah, a wellness expert and nutritionist who stresses the importance of putting your gut first. Additionally, the company announced the launch of Activia Proactive, with billions of live and active probiotics, 0g of added sugar and no artificial sweeteners. A good source of calcium and vitamin D to support strong bones, Activia Proactive is available in 4-count multipacks in four flavors: Vanilla, Strawberry, Mixed Berry and Peach Mango. The multipacks are available at retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price 4.69.
PROTEIN-RICH, FLAVORFUL SKYR
Icelandic Provisions added banana and caramel to its skyr lineup with its new flavor: Salted Caramel & Banana Extra Creamy Skyr. The company’s Chief of Innovation John Heath said: “Doubling down on our commitment to highly curated ingredients and the rich tradition of Icelandic skyr, this new flavor combines real ripe banana swirled with rich, salty caramel, and has 11 grams of protein.” The flavor is available in 4.4-ounce cups for a suggested retail price of $2.29.
ICE CREAM CAKE TO BE SHARED
Baskin-Robbins, Canton, Mass., debuted Cake in a Box, a new lineup of indulgent, layered ice cream cakes designed for convenience, sharing and any occasion. Available nationwide in more than 7,800 locations. Cake in a Box features layers of cake, ice cream, toppings and whipped topping all packed in a resealable box. They are available in two flavors: M&M’S with Cookie Dough that includes layers of confetti cake and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream loaded with M&M’S milk chocolate candies and chunks of cookie dough; and Cookie Crave, which features layers of chocolate cake and OREO Cookies ‘n Cream ice cream, packed with cookie dough and crushed OREO pieces. Cake in a Box is available for $29.99 for a limited time.
HORRAY FOR SWEETNESS & SPICE
Kerrygold, an international brand of Ornua, unveiled cinnamon and sugar buttery goodness made with milk from Irish grass-fed cows. Free from artificial flavors or preservatives, Cinnamon & Sugar Butter Sticks combine the rich, creamy texture of all-natural Irish butter with a blend of cinnamon, brown sugar and nutmeg. The new flavored butter is perfect for spreading on pancakes and toast for breakfast, veggies and ribs for dinner or even adding a dollop to one’s favorite dessert, the company says.
IT’S PUMPKIN SPICE SEASON
Chobani has brought back fan-favorite pumpkin products. These include Pumpkin Spice Greek Yogurt, Pumpkin Harvest Crisp Flip, Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer and La Colombe's Draft Latte, Pumpkin Spice. Made with wholesome, only natural ingredients, these flavors of fall will be available for a limited time at such major retailers as Publix, Stop & Shop, Target and Wegmans, and more. These products are available for a suggested retail price ranging from $1.69 for a 5.3-ounce Greek yogurt, $1.79 for a 4.5-ounce flip, $6.09 for a 24-ounce coffee creamer and $3.29 for La Colombe's Draft Latte.
SPOKESHAND THING BRINGS FIERY SKULLS
The popular Netflix show “Wednesday” has returned for season two, and Cheetos has cooked up a new flavor: Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Fiery Skulls. But Cheetos didn’t bring this new flavor to life alone… it was co-created with Thing. Yes, the disembodied hand and breakout star of Netflix’s “Wednesday.” The spicy puffs also are taking on a brand-new shape with sinister-looking skull pieces as well as exclusive Thing-inspired packaging.
Purchase at grocery stores nationwide for a suggested retail price of $5.89 for a 7.5-ounce bag.
SNACKING WITH GOUDA
Cabot Creamery, a cooperative owned by Agri-Mark, introduced Gouda Cheese Snack Bars to its convenience line. Cabot Gouda is a rich, creamy cheese with a sweet, nutty flavor profile, the Waterbury Center, Vt., creamery says. The cheese’s versatility, soft texture and full flavor make it ideal for mac and cheese, cheeseburgers, cheese boards and as a delicious option for anytime snacking. In addition to the snack bars, Cabot Gouda is available in 8-ounce bars and cracker cuts and can be purchased at major retailers and specialty stores in the Northeast.
CHOCOLATE WHIP IN EVERY SIP
Rich Products unveiled an On Top Chocolate Soft Whip cold foam. The new product is a pourable, ready-to-use cold foam with a light texture that allows for delicious layering in hot and cold beverages. Operators simply thaw and pour Chocolate Soft Whip to perk up most any beverage, from specialty coffees to shakes, dirty sodas, smoothies and cocktails, the company says. Derived from authentic cocoa, with no artificial flavors, colors or high fructose corn syrup, Chocolate Soft Whip arrives frozen in 19-ounce cartons, 12 per case, with a shelf life of 365 days frozen and 21 days refrigerated.
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