Sargento Turns Up Heat on Cheese Snacks
New hot-and-spicy slices and cheese-plus-crunch packs target flavor intensity, texture and on-the-go protein



Sargento announced two new product lines designed to meet evolving consumer demands for bold flavors, textures and convenient snacking experiences. The introduction of Sargento Hot & Spicy Sliced Cheeses and Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mixes reinforces the brand's commitment to quality and pushing the boundaries of the natural cheese category.
Sargento is heating up the dairy aisle with the introduction of three new Hot & Spicy Sliced Cheeses that let individuals choose their perfect spice level: Sweet, Smoky, or Intense.
- Sargento Mango Habanero Jack: Sliced Monterey Jack Cheese with Habanero Peppers and Natural Mango Flavor with Other Natural Flavors. A unique blend of sweet and spicy, offering a tropical twist.
- Sargento Smoky Hot Colby-Jack Sliced Cheese: Delivers a rich, smoky heat that perfectly complements hearty dishes.
- Sargento Carolina Reaper Jack: Sliced Monterey Jack Cheese with Jalapeno, Habanero, and Carolina Reaper Peppers. Packs an elevated, fiery punch.
Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mixes are a groundbreaking expansion of the award-winning Balanced Breaks snacks portfolio. This snack pack seamlessly pairs Sargento high quality, creamy natural cheese with expertly seasoned crunchy snack mixes covering consumers' top flavor preferences across Buffalo Ranch, Naturally Flavored Sour Cream & Chive and Smoky & Sweet BBQ.
Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mix, Monterey Jack Cheese, Buffalo Ranch Snack Mix: Boldness that delivers a balance of spiciness and creamy flavor. Includes Monterey jack paired with Buffalo Ranch seasoned snack mix of pretzels, roasted cashews, corn sticks toasted in bread chips and pita chips.
Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mix, Medium Cheddar Cheese, Naturally Flavored Sour Cream & Chive Snack Mix: Classic go-to flavor with natural cheese and snack mix. Includes medium cheddar paired with pretzels, roasted almonds, toasted bread chips, rye chips and breadsticks.
Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mix, Colby-Jack Cheese, Smoky & Sweet BBQ Snack Mix: Rich, balanced notes of smoky heat and sweet crunchy textures for a perfect BBQ fix. Includes Colby-Jack paired with pretzels, roasted cashews, toasted bread chips, corn sticks, and corn kernels.
With seven to 8g of protein in each pack (see nutrition information for total fat and saturated fat content), it is a convenient way to satisfy salty snack cravings while getting protein on the go.
Each new product can be found at select retailers in the dairy case and will be available nationwide by Spring 2026.
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