As much as classic sandwich spreads like peanut butter or mayonnaise are beloved in the eyes of consumers, a number of unique spreads are being launched to add interest to the food category—this includes everything from walnut butter spreads to non-dairy butter alternatives made with chickpea brine.
For the consumer who is interested in better-for-you alternatives, brands are launching refreshed versions of favorite products, such as ghee-based chocolate spreads, sweet potato butter and mayonnaise spreads with a focus on wholesome or entirely plant-based ingredients.
Some companies are experimenting with unexpected flavor reversals, such as Lantana Foods' sweet strawberry hummus flavor and Wild Friends Foods' savory Sesame Cranberry Peanut Butter. Overall, classic spreads of all kinds are being overhauled with an emphasis on health and rich natural flavors.
40 Unconventional Snack Spreads
These Unique Spreads Offer Novel Ways to Enhance Bread and Beyond:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 16, 2018 — Lifestyle
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Plant-Based Mayonnaise Spreads
The Not Company's 'Not Mayo' is Made with Chickpeas, Water & Salt
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Simplified Nut Spreads
Abby's Better Nut Butter Spreads Boast Just Five Ingredients or Less
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Adaptogenic Superfood Butters
These 'Pearl Butter' Spreads Blend Activated Pearls & Coconut Flesh
37
Crispy Candy Spreads
M&Ms Chocolate Spread with Crispy Pieces Combines is a Sweet New Toast Topper
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Blended Butter Oil Spreads
The Finlandia Spreadable Butter with Canola Oil Keeps Calories Low
35
Sweet Yam Spreads
The Harry & David Sweet Potato Butter Provides a Flavorful Alternative Topping
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Wasabi Mayonnaise Jars
The LA DELICIEUSE Mayonnaise with Wasabi Comes Packed in a Homestyle Jar
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Plant Oil Food Spreads
The Flora Freedom Spreads Now Includes Three New Flavors
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Chocolatey Cocoa Ghee Spreads
The Fourth & Heart Chocti Ghee Spreads are Lactose and Nut-Free
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Protein-Enriched Peanut Spreads
The PhD Nutrition Smart Bar Choc Peanut Butter is Palm Oil-Free
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Avocado-Based Spreads
Wholly Guacamole's 'Simply Avocado' Dips and Spreads are Vibrantly Flavored
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Fermented Probiotic Mayonnaise
LifeFoods' Healthy Mayonnaise is Packed with Fermented Greens
28
Gourmet Beer Jellies
'Malty And Hoppy Delicacy' Jams are Infused with Local Beer
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Alcohol-Infused Cheese Spreads
Di Bruno Bros.' Cheese Dips and Spreads are Made with Wine and Beer
26
Legume Brine Butter
Fora Foods' Plant-Based Butter, 'Faba Butter,' is Made with Aquafaba
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Savory Alternative Nut Spreads
The Betsy’s Best Nut and Seed Butters are Wholesomely Packaged
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Globally Inspired Nut Butters
These Nut Butter Spreads Boast Thai, Indian and African Flavors
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Globally Inspired Butter Spreads
Flavour Fiend's Finishing Butter Explores Global Flavors
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Coffee-Flavored Cookie Spreads
Penotti's Speculoos Spread Flavors Remind of Espresso & Cappuccino
21
Beetroot Soy Spreads
Il Nutrimento's Beet Soy Mayo is a Vegan Alternative to Egg-Based Products
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Flax-Based Mayonnaise Condiments
Linéo Gourmet Mayonnaise is Prepared with Omega-Rich Linseed Oil
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Strawberry Hummus Spreads
Lantana Foods is Launching a Special Savory-Sweet Hummus for Valentine's
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Sharp Low-Fat Cheese Spreads
The Cathedral City Spreadables Merge Taste with a Healthier Recipe
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Quinoa Superfood Spreads
Roland Foods' Quinoa Spreads Mix the Ancient Grain with Pesto and Pepper
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Caffeinated Hazelnut Spreads
Krispy Kreme's Caramel Macchiato Coffee Spread Includes Real Coffee
15
Honey-Infused Food Spreads
The Country Crock Honey Spread Adds a Sweet, Buttery Finish
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Clean-Label Mayonnaise Spreads
Tessemae's All-Natural Mayonnaise is Free From Sugars and Gums
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Dessert-Inspired Nut Spreads
Legendary Foods' Nut Butters are Flavored to Taste Like Sweet Treats
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Protein-Rich Vegan Mayonnaise
Rubies in the Rubble's Vegan Aquafaba Mayo is Made Without Egg
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Walnut Butter Spreads
Wellnut Farms Makes Indulgent Walnut Butter in Flavors Like Salted Caramel
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Plant-Based Oil Spreads
I Can't Believe It's Not Butter! is Available in an 'It's Vegan' Version
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Squeezable Superfood Mayonnaise
Probios' Organic Soy Mayo is Infused with Ginger and Turmeric
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Seed-Packed Paleo Spreads
The Nuttzo Paleo Chocolate Power Fuel Contains No Palm Oil
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Gourmet Pistachio Spreads
The PC Black Label Pistachio Spread Boasts 30% Iranian Nut Ingredients
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Spiced Tropical Spreads
This Mango Wasabi Mayo by Farraday's Tasty Fuses Sweet and Tangy Flavors
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Wholesome Aioli Spreads
'Holi Aioli' Makes Vibrantly Flavored Dips and Spreads
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Vegetable Grain Dips
Popp Feinkost Makes Chilled Vegetable Spreads Like Tomato-Freekeh
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Pumpkin Spiced Cookies Spreads
Trader Joe's Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookie Butter Combines Two Desserts
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Savory Peanut Spreads
Wild Friends Foods' Peanut Butter Includes Sesame Seeds and Cranberries
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Maple-Flavored Butter
'Moose Maple Butter' Offers a Mess-Free Way to Enjoy Maple Syrup Flavors
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Matcha-Mayo Condiments
Heinz x PerfectTed Matcha Mayo Unites Two Favorite Products
Familiar Free-From Snack Products
Simply Snacks is Debuting Four New Product Varieties
Clean Label Veggie-Based Snacks
These New Garden Veggie Snacks Products are Made with Avocado Oil
Crispy Peanut Butter Bars
Skippy Peanut Butter Wafer Bars Satisfy Snackers with a Sweet Crunch
Sweet-Savory Bagel Donuts
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Debuts the 'Bonut'
Vegetal Ice Cream Collections
The Farmer's Market Series by Salt & Straw Has Fresh-Picked Flavors
Protein-Packed Fruit Spreads
BamJam is Preparing to Launch an Innovative Twist on Fruit Spreads
Carbon-Made Butters
Savor Butter is Made with No Animal or Plant Ingredients
Flavorful Protein-Forward Foods
Catalina Snacks Debuts Peanut Butter & Parmesan Garlic Flavors
Dairy-Driven Snack Products
These SMUG Dairy Snacks Come in Three Varieties
Anchovy-Infused Butters
Fishwife and Churn Collaborated to Create Anchovy & Lemon Butter
Spoonable Adaptogenic Beauty Chocolates
Syren Spreads Makes Daily Wellness Rituals Feel Indulgent
Protein Fruit Spreads
TruBalance Protein Collagen Fruit Spreads Fuel Active Lifestyles
Nutty Crustless Berry Sandwiches
Uncrustables Peanut Butter & Mixed Berry is Here for the Summer
Wholesome Toaster Pastries
Smash Foods Toasties Tuck Superfood Jam into a Whole Wheat Crust
Squeezable Peanut Butters
Drizzy Peanut Butter is Packaged in a No-Mess Bottle
Hybrid Butter Mayonnaise Condiments
Tillamook Butternaise is Crafted to Elevate Grilled Cheeses
Novel Toddler-Focused Food Brands
Beyond the Bib Has Officially Launched Across the United States
Flavor Mashup Snacks
Mad Genius Snack Lab Makes Globally Inspired Bites for Gen Z & Millennials
Crunchy Peanut Butter Snacks
Justin's Expands Its Line-Up with Two New Decadent Offerings
Consumer-Focused Packaging Strategies
Hershey's Unveils Elevated Packaging at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Nut Butter-Filled Dates
Realsy's PB&J Dates are Plant-Powered and Free from Added Sugar
Flavorful Toasted Sandwich Menus
Mr. Pickle’s New Toasted Sandwich Lineup Has 3 Exciting Options
Snacking Dip Brand Initiatives
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Drops a 'Philly Whipped' Campaign
Ultra-Flavorful Snack Collaborations
Van Holten's and Pringles Unveiled an Unconventional Product
Decadent Nutty Spreads
Nutella Unveils Nutella Peanut Its First New Spread Flavor in Over 60 Years
Cheesy Macaroni-Flavored Spreads
PopUp Bagels Dropped a Kraft Mac & Cream Cheese Schmear
Functional Hummus Snacks
ChicP's Hummus is High-Fiber, Plant-Powered & Supportive of Gut Health
Cultured Probiotic-Rich Butters
The Lifeway Foods Probiotic Kefir Butter Comes in Three Varieties
Creamy Cocoa-Peanut Spreads
Nutella Peanut Combines Signature Creaminess with Rich, Roasted Flavor
Protein PB&J Sandwiches
Jams' Protein PB&J Contains 10 Grams of Protein Per Serving
Grain-Free Naan Pretzels
Niramaya Foods Makes Naan Pretzels with Cassava & Chickpea Flour
Breadless Avocado Sandwiches
The AvoWich Swaps Bread Slices for Avocado Halves
Nutty Sweet Jerky Snacks
This Jack Links Duos Flavor Integrates the Classic Taste of PB&J
Flavorful Mayo-Style Sauces
Heinz's Mayonnaise-Style Sauces Satisfy Adventurous Tastes
PB&J-Inspired Snack Bars
Mid-Day Squares' No Bread PB&J Takes After a Childhood Favorite
Flavorful Fruit-and-Nut Bars
South 40 Snacks' Craft Bars Let Ingredients Speak for Themselves
Butter-Flavored Toothpastes
Salt Oral Care Teased Its First-Ever Edible Butter Toothpaste
Peanut-Infused Chocolate Spreads
Nutella Peanut is the Brand’s First New Flavor in Over 60 Years
Spicy-Sweet Pickle Cream Cheeses
The Honey Harissa “Hot Pickle” Cream Cheese Arrives in May
Gut-Friendly Bread Bites
Kooshy Snacks' Sourdough Minis are Light, Crispy and Snackable
Gut-Healthy Snack Bars
Perfect Snacks Combines Prebiotic Protein Bars With Fresh Flavors
Butter-Focused Stores
Butter Bar is a First-of-Its-Kind Destination in Canada
Healthful Flavor-Driven Veggie Snacks
Harvest Snaps Snacks Debuted a New Recipe and Flavors
Chip-Flavored Condiments
NotMayo Doritos Captures the Taste of a Cheesy Tortilla Chip Snack
Hazelnut-Forward Cafe Menus
The Paris Baguette Made with Nutella® Range Spotlights the Spread
Indulgent Peanut Butter Treats
Drumstick Launched its Novel 'We Love Peanut Butter' Pack
Bacon-Flavored Cheese Dips
Terrapin Ridge Farms' Artisanal Savory Spreads are Rich & Crave-Worthy
Plant-Based Protein Crackers
The Humble Seed Whole Wheat Protein Crackers Come in Three Flavors
Enhanced Dairy-Free Spreads
Daiya Dairy-Free Cream Cheese Was Reformulated by the Brand
Nutty Protein-Packed Snacks
The Genius Gourmet SKIPPY Protein Snacks Now Come in Three Options
Better-For-You Snack Branding
Unique Snacks Undergoes Another Brand Update
Cheeky Food-Made Beauty Ranges
Warburtons Spoof Beauty Range Creates Picture-Perfect Lunches
Colorful Whipped Cream Sandwiches
This Chocolate Sprinkles Whipped Cream Sandwich is Going Viral
Fudge-Like Brittle Bites
Frittle Combines the Qualities of Brittle with Peanut Fudge
Limited-Time Honey-Inspired Summer Menus
PopUp Bagels Has Partnered with Mike's Hot Honey
Chip-Cracker Hybrids
Craize's Toasted Snack Crackers are Versatily & Sensorially Satisfying
Nut-Free Chocolate Spreads
Sweet Freedom CHOC POT Hazelnot Has a Nut-Free Recipe
Better-for-You Bread Products
These New York Bakery Breads Come in Three Varieties
Creamy Dairy-Free Dips
Cocojune's Savory, Organic Yogurt-Dips are Rich in Beneficial Cultures
Three-Ingredient Peanut Butters
The Jif Simply Creamy Unsweetened Has Eight-Grams of Protein
Nutty Sandwich Cookies
The Reese's x Oreo Collab Delivers the Flavor Mashup Fans Wanted
Squeezable Tahini Dressings
Sunny's Green Curry and Chipotle BBQ are Seed Oil-Free
Hot Honey Dips
Cedar's Mediterranean Foods Introduces Bold Sweet-Heat Flavor Blend
Skinless Gourmet Nut Snacks
Tuffnut Levels Up the Nut Snacking Experience for Bar-Goers
Oat-Powered Breakfast Products
These New Products from MOMA Foods Come in Five Options
Tahini-Inspired Cooking Classes
Mighty Sesame® and Homemade Joined Forces on a Series of Classes
Salty-Sweet Sandwich Snack Pretzels
REESE’S PB&J Filled Pretzels are a Limited Time Offering
Ready-to-Eat Crustless Sandwiches
Lunchables PB&J Comes in Two Flavors That Don't Require Thawing
Chickpea-Powered Chocolate Spreads
Mr. Beans' Protein Cream is Plant-Based & Allergy-Friendly
Honey-Fueled Condiment Ranges
These New Nate’s Honey Products Leverage the Brand's Expertise
Protein Peanut Butters
FitFeast's Peanut Butter is Dessert-Like and Sweetened with Honey or Dates
Sandwich-Inspired Popcorn Snacks
PB&J Pop Grape and Strawberry Mashes Up Smucker's and Jif Flavors
Historically Inspired Sandwiches
Hellmann’s Recreated "The First Sandwich"
Cheesy Bread Brand Snacks
Dave's Killer Bread Snack Bites Have Nuts, Seeds and Whole Grains
Artisanal Flavor Puff Snacks
HIPPEAS Chickpea Puffs Showcased Two New Flavor Options
Plant-Based Protein-Forward Bread Lines
Dempster's Debuts a New Protein Line Up of Bread Products
Whipped Spreadable Cheese Products
The Meiji Spreadable Matured Cheese Blend is Tasty and Simple
Couples Snacking Trays
Creminelli Fine Meats Launched an Entertaining Tray for Smaller Households
Whipped Cottage Cheese Toasts
Snooze Eatery has a new Whipped Cottage Cheese Toast offering
Sandwich-Inspired Snack Bites
Trader Joe's PB&J Oat Bites are Hearty and Convenient
Swicy Cream Cheese Spreads
Einstein Bros. Bagels' Hot Honey Shmear is a Limited-Time Drop
Convenience-Focused Bold-Flavored Products
Summer Fresh® Introduces Three New Flavorful Products
Three-Ingredient Nut Spreads
CRAVERS' Cacao Hazelnut Spread is Free From Refined Sugar & Palm Oil
Multisensorial Spiced Snacks
Doosra's Indian Snack Mixes are Crunchy, Creamy, Sweet & Savory
Avocado Oil-Based Product Campaigns
Chosen Foods Debuts the Chosen to Save Food Campaign
Consumer-Driven Bread Products
Flowers Foods Expanded on Two Well-Known Bread Ranges
Free-From Private Label Snacks
CVS Well Market Snacks are Introducing a Number of New Options
Hazelnut Spread Baked Goods
The Paris Baguette Nutella Menu Includes Five Options
Superfood Seed Butters
Brass Roots' Incan Seed Butter is a School-Safe Nut Butter Alternative
Honey-Packed Peanut Butters
Smucker's Goober Honey Has a Sweet, Nutty Flavor Profile
Pet-Friendly Peanut Butters
Buddy Budder Makes Natural, Human-Grade Peanut Butter for Dogs
Dessert-Inspired Yogurt Dips
The Greek Yogurt Dessert Dip Collection Supports Mindful Indulgence
Free-From Peanut Butter Ranges
The Whole Earth 100% Nuts Products Come in Two Varieties
Squeezable Truffle Spreads
The Trufflemania Makes a Gourmet Appetizer Easier to Enjoy
Chip-Flavored Nut Snacks
That's Nuts Snack Range Features Many Familiar Flavor Profiles
Vegan-Friendly Hazelnut Spreads
Sweet Freedom CHOC POT Hazelnot is Limited-Edition
Large-Format Almond Butter Products
Pip & Nut Almond Butter Now Comes in Two New Size Options
Snacking-Friendly Hummus Products
The Little Sesame Hummus Snacker Brings Hummus Anywhere
Expanded Bread Product Lines
Flowers Foods Launches New Products Under Nature's Own and DKB
PB&J-Inspired Sandwich Plates
Peanut Butter & Co Made Unique Dishware with Messy Jessy Ceramics
Beer Cheese Spreads
This Wisconsin Beer Cheese Spread is the Perfect Snack Pairing
Packaged Bread Line Expansions
Nature’s Own Launches Mini and Keto-Friendly Loaves
Date-Sweetened Pickles
Hot Girl Pickles' Bread & Butter Variety is Sweetened with Nature's Candy
Whey-Boosted Peanut Butters
Fitcream Protein Peanut Spread is Decadent and Nutritious
Squeezable Pet Peanut Butter
Bark Bistro Unveils a New Product Called Buddy Budder
Better-for-You Pretzel Breads
The La Brea Bakery Soft Pretzel Range Has Three Varieties
Versatile Creamy Vegan Sauces
NotMayo Chipotle Works as a Dressing, Dip and Spread
Plant-Powered Spreadable Crèmes
RIND's Umami Brie Crème is Made with Cultured Cashews and Tofu
Authentic Middle Eastern Products
Mezete Meets Global Demand for Bold, Plant-Based Flavors
Plant-Based Chipotle Dressings
NotMayo Chipotle Squeeze Spices Up Dishes with Plant-Based Mayo
Seed Oil-Free Bakery Products
These Toufayan Bakeries Wraps are Made with Avocado Oil
Non-Traditional Avocado Dips
WHOLLY® AVOCADO Introduces a New Dip Line with Unique Flavors
Almond Butter Oat Bars
Pip & Nut Expands the Product Line with Almond Butter Stuffed Oat Bar
Nourishing Seed Blends
PlantChi's Superseed Blends Add a Plant-Powered Boost to Meals
Squeezable Garlic Spreads
Brala’s Best Takes the Hassle Out of Preparing Garlic Bread at Home
Crunchy Sourdough Crispbreads
Wasa’s Sourdough Crispbread Offers a Nutritious, Satisfying Snack
Savory Parmesan Cheese Snacks
The Joyfull Bakery Parmesan Snacks Come in Five Options
Oil-Forward Hummus Dips
Ithaca Olive Oil Sea Salt Hummus Focuses on Simple Flavor and Texture
Simple Recipe Spreadable Butters
The Latest Kerrygold Spreadable Butter Has Two Ingredients
Protein-Topped Savory Dips
M&S Food Launched a Spiced Chicken Shawarma Dip with Mint & Lemon
Herb-Forward Spring Toasts
Tender Greens Launches its Exclusive 'Garden Toast'
Artisan-Inspired Bakery Products
These Deli Kitchen Bakery Products Shake Up Traditional Offerings
Brie-Flavored Spreads
Trader Joe's Cheese Flavored Spread Offers a Taste of Brie Without the Rind
Savory Summertime Bagel Spreads
These Jeff’s Bagel Run Spreads Come in Two Options
Cheeseball-Inspired Private Label Spreads
Trader Joe's Totally Cheeseball Cheese Spread is Tasty
Allergen-Free Butter Alternatives
Dairy-Free UnButter is Made with a Base of Shea Butter
Dairy-Free Jalapeño Cheese Spreads
Miyoko’s Creamery Debuts a Rich and Flavorful Product Offering
Asian-Inspired Condiments
Honest Bowl Debuted Flavorful Sauces & Mayo at the Winter FancyFaire
Experimental Soup Varieties
Crosse & Blackwell Surveyed Consumers for Product Feedback
Savory Spread-Inspired Cheeses
M&S' Cheddar Cheese and Marmite Has a Unique, Moreish Flavor
Mustard-Based Dipping Sauces
Scout's Creamy, Balanced Dip Doubles as a Spread
Umami Mayonnaise Condiments
Ayoh's Miso Mayo is Enhanced with Brown Sugar, Tamari & Sesame
Perfect Sandwich Guides
Kroger Has Released a Comprehensive Guide to Crafting the Perfect Sandwich
Single-Origin Hazelnut Spreads
Pip & Nut's Chocolate Hazelnut Spread Uses Ethically Sourced Cocoa
Spreadable Free-From Butter Products
All Things Butter Spreadable Has Four Ingredients
Allergen-Free Seed Butters
Sowleil's Allergy-Friendly Butters are Arriving on the Market
Buttery Maple Syrup Spreads
Pure Maple Maple Butter Spread is Made with One Ingredient