- In May 2025, The Laughing Cow, a brand under Bel Brands USA, expanded its spreadable cheese wedge lineup by introducing Creamy Smoked Gouda. The product features a bold, smoky profile and contains 2 grams of protein per wedge, formulated using slow-smoked cheese aged for 10 to 12 weeks. This launch reflects the brand’s response to consumer demand for richer and more adventurous cheese flavors
- In February 2025, Tillamook unveiled a new cheese product designed to revolutionize the grilled cheese experience, highlighting innovation in smoked cheese formats tailored for comfort food applications. This launch positions the company to appeal to mainstream consumers seeking elevated everyday meals
- In October 2024, Kellanova introduced its first smoked cracker series under the Cheez-It brand, titled Cheez-It Smoked. The product line features two distinct flavors—Smoked Cheddar and Smoked Gouda—infused with hickory and oak smoke, aged cheese, and onion notes, inspired by homemade snack trends. This initiative taps into the crossover appeal of smoked cheese in snack innovation and consumer nostalgia
- In September 2023, Cathedral City launched new flavor variants including Red Leicester and Smoked Cheese, extending its offerings to cater to changing consumer palates. This move underlines the brand’s commitment to flavor diversification in the premium cheese category
- In March 2022, Arla Foods amba supported the expansion of Branderup Dairy in Denmark to meet rising demand for smoked cheese. The partnership aimed to increase capacity and improve supply chain efficiency amid growing consumer interest. This strategic investment highlights the scaling potential of smoked cheese within European dairy operations
